Local Services
Stringed instrument set-up/repair services
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Currently located in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
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Set-ups are usually ready within 5 business days. Repair wait times are dependent on the job, my schedule and parts in stock.
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Rush jobs are usually available at a premium rate, depending on the job and our scheduling.
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If something you need done is not listed below please don't hesitate to use the contact form at the bottom of the page.
Full Set-Up
Strings not included but may be available
Fixed Bridge Guitar (Electric or Acoustic 6 string): $80
Tremolo/Vibrato Bridge Guitar: $85-$95
Bass (Electric or Acoustic 4 string): $75
($10 per additional string)
Included in a full set-up:
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Fully inspect guitar for fret buzz, rattling, protruding fret ends, nut issues, loose parts.
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Test wiring, inspect and clean components if necessary
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Adjust pickups for optimal height and equal output (please let me know if you would like the pickup heights left as-is)
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Tighten and lubricate hardware as necessary
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Truss Rod Adjustment
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Fret polish (not included on lacquered or maple fretboards)
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Fretboard conditioning (lemon oil on dark fretboards)
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String change/stretch
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Bridge height adjustment + Saddle radius adjustment
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Minor Nut adjustment (to fit a larger gauge, you will only be charged for slot depth calibration if it’s necessary!)
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Intonation adjustment (Not included on Acoustic setups)
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Tremolo Adjustment (if applicable)
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Body/neck finish cleaning
Electronics
Troubleshooting/Minimal Repairs - $25 and up
Input Jack Replacement - $25 + parts
Potentiometer Replacement (push/pull available) - $35 + parts (add $20 for feed through f hole bodies, $30 per additional pot, $20 extra for most push/pull mods)
Switch Replacement - $40 and up + parts ($30+ per additional switch)
Pickup replacement - $50 per pickup, $70 for two, $80 for three. (in the same guitar, basic wiring)
Complete Rewire - Shop Rate ($85/hr - 1 hour minimum) + parts
Other Services
(Full set up not required with the following)
Strap Button/Lock install or hole Repair - $20 for basic $45 for dowel and redrill
Fretboard crack fill - $50+ (restring required, partial refret may be required for extreme cases)
Protruding fret end fix - $40+ (some small finish touchup may also be required) (restring required)
(Full set up required with the following)
Nut adjustment - $15-$35
New Pre-slotted Nut - $50 + parts
New Custom Hand Slotted Nut - Shop Rate ($85/hr - 1 hour min) + Parts
Bolt-on Neck Angle Shim - $30-50
Guitar Deep Clean - Shop Rate ($85/hr)
Tuner Replacement- Shop Rate ($85/hr) + Parts
Electric Guitar/Bass Bridge Replacement - Shop Rate ($85/hr) + Parts
Headstock break repair - Shop Rate ($75/hr - 2 hour minimum)
Complete Fret level including seating inspection, level, crown, end dressing and polish - $160-$200
Complete Refret - $360-$560
Partial Fretwork - Shop Rate ($85/hr)