John Evans Piano Tuning, Service, and Repair

Services

Services Provided

Tuning and Voicing

Tuning adjusts the tension of the strings so that:

  • The pitch of each string is stable
  • Each note is in tune with itself
  • All notes are in tune with each other
  • The piano is in tune at the international standard
  • The force of the string tension is consistent

Voicing adjusts the tone of the instrument so that:

  • Each note has an aesthetically pleasing tone
  • All notes have a consistent tone

Diagnostic and Regulation

Diagnostic assesses the cause of a problem or inconsistency and leads to recommendations of what action should follow next.

Regulation is the adjustment of the mechanical parts that enable a piano to play. They ensure that:

  • The keyboard rests on a solid foundation and shifts smoothy when the una corda pedal is used
  • The keys are level and square; have the correct height, dip, and amount of friction; repeat quickly; and feel consistent and controlled
  • The dampers end the sound of all notes together and are seated on the strings to minimize wear
  • The pedals function correctly and have no lost motion
piano keyboard with a part removed so you can see the inside workings of the piano action
inside the case of a piano, many strings run in parallel toward the keyboard, creating the illusion of a disappearing horizon

Repairs and Cleaning

Repairs mend or replace a broken part.

Cleaning makes your instrument beautiful and removes dust, dirt, and debris.

Both ensure that the piano plays well and that moving parts avoid unnecessary wear. Common repairs include:

  • Broken string
  • Squeaky pedal
  • Buzzing or rattling or clicking
  • Sticky key
  • Bobbling hammer

Pricing

Individual Services

Tuning
Cleaning
Diagnostic
Regulation
Repairs
Voicing

$185
$60
$120 per hour
$120 per hour
$120 per hour (plus parts)
$120 per hour

Package A $200

a one-time visit: for a piano that has been tuned 6 months ago or less (saves $15)

  • Basic Tuning
  • Diagnostic (15 min)

Package B $420

two visits: for a piano that has not been tuned in more than two years (saves $40)

  • Everything in Package A
  • Follow-Up Tuning (in 2 weeks)
  • Cleaning

Package C $445

two visits: for a piano on a semi-annual service schedule (saves $75)

  • Everything in Package A
  • Follow-Up Tuning (in 6 months)
  • Regulation, Repairs, or Voicing (up to 1 hour)

Service Areas

Serving:

  • Manhattan
  • The Bronx
  • Queens
  • Brooklyn
  • Staten Island
  • Westchester County, NY
  • Rockland County, NY
  • Nassau County, NY
  • Hudson, County, NJ
  • Bergen County, NJ
  • Essex, County, NJ