What We Do
Tuning
$165 + HST
The primary factors that cause pianos to fall out of tune are temperature, humidity, moving, and routine playing. We use a combination of aural tuning (by ear) and digital tools to fine-tune each piano string, ensuring a precise and stable tuning.
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It is recommended that a piano be tuned two to four times annually. If a piano has not been tuned for a significant length of time, a pitch raise is often necessary.
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Pitch Raise
$70 + HST (plus tuning fee)
Pianos are designed to sound their richest and most lively when they are tuned to concert pitch (A440). Over time, the tension of piano strings can relax, and the strings will stretch out, causing the entire instrument to fall flat in pitch.
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During a pitch raise, the piano technician will raise the tension of each string to return the piano’s strings and structure back into equilibrium and return the instrument to concert pitch. Once these major adjustments have been made to the string tension, the technician will then make a second pass to fine-tune each string and stabilize the tuning.
Maintaining a piano at concert pitch is recommended for pianists who accompany voices or other instruments, as well as for anyone studying piano and ear training, as proper pitch is essential to these studies.
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Cleaning
$120-$165 + HST
Give yourself peace of mind with one of our most popular services. Interior cleaning is done using special tools and attachments that allow us to remove dust and debris from under the strings and inside the piano cavity and action that can hinder your piano’s performance.
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$145 + HST for upright pianos
($120 when combined with a $165 tuning)
$160 + HST for grand pianos
($135 when combined with a $165 tuning)
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Repairs & Refurbishing
pricing varies
We provide a broad range of services to help your piano function at its best. We are experts in piano maintenance and care, from small repairs to full-action rebuilds. Whether you have a chipped keytop, or a broken piano hammer, we can help.
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Regulation
pricing varies
A piano action is an amazing mechanism of enormous complexity. Its crucial task is to transfer musical energy seamlessly from the pianist’s fingers to the piano strings, allowing the player to accurately and expressively communicate the subtle (and not-so-subtle) nuances of the music being played.
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Pricing varies depending on your piano’s unique needs.
For a good primer on piano action, visit https://kawaius.com/technology/piano-action/
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Voicing
pricing varies
Piano voicing involves fine adjustments to the piano hammers, which are made of natural fibers that can compress over time – causing harsh, metallic, or uneven tones.
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Using files and specialized needling tools, we reshape and modify the density of each hammer to bring out the best tone, clarity, projection, and sustain in your piano. Voicing is generally done in stages over the course of a few weeks, allowing the tone to settle between sessions for the perfect tone. Before voicing a piano, it is important that it is well-regulated and recently tuned.
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Humidity Control
Upright $850 + HST
Grand $950 + HST
Environmental stability is crucial to piano care. Ideally, the relative humidity in your home should be 40-45%. Variances in temperature and humidity can cause the wood in your piano to shrink or swell, resulting in tuning instability, cracks and damaged glue joints. High humidity can also cause piano strings and tuning pins to rust.
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Perhaps the most effective system for internal humidity control in pianos is the Piano Life Saver System. This system takes little more than an hour to install and can provide years of protection against the destructive effects of humidity fluctuations that are particularly prevalent in southwestern Ontario.
Pricing details:
$685 + HST for upright pianos
$720 + HST for grand pianos
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Assessments & Appraisals
Verbal $105 + HST
Written Appraisal $155 + HST
A piano assessment can be an invaluable decision-making tool. Our clients have found assessments very helpful in a number of situations:
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- Deciding on a used piano purchase
- Determining suitability of instruments for specific environments and performance needs
- Establishing expected repair or restoration costs
- Determining resale potential and market value
- Evaluating investment vs. value for piano restoration or refinishing work
We also provide appraisal services for insurance purposes, for resale transactions, or for special interest groups, such as collectors and antique and estate professionals.
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Jennifer Mcmaster2024-02-11Amazing job! Very professional! Would highly recommend!!!
The Dutch Explorer2024-02-11Mitch is a great piano technician. Very timely, professional and at a reasonable price!
Mark Spagnolo2024-02-10Mitch is phenomenal! Been going to him for 3 years now. Goes above and beyond. Professional, kind and talented. Absolutely would recommend.
Greg Gillan2023-09-14I recently had Mitch do a full regulation of my grand piano, which I recently purchased used. I was already in good condition, but I felt like something was off and it could be a lot better. I wasn't sure how much difference the regulation would make, but let me tell you - zero regrets. It plays and sounds like a brand new piano now. Really impressed with the service and Mitch was a pleasure to work with. Always responsive in communication and happy to answer any stupid questions I had.
Alycia Ryan2023-09-10Mitch is the BEST piano tuner in Waterloo Region! He is always on time, super dependable, and an all-around amazing person who has true passion for what he does. I highly recommend Oxford Piano Service!
Richard Maddock2023-09-06Before I moved to Cambridge in Jan 2022, I contacted Mitch to enquire if he could tune my baby grand piano once it had settled into it's new home. From the first conversation I found Mitch to be very kind natured and sensitive, listening to my own personal concerns regarding my piano which is vital to my life and how I earn my living. I feel very fortunate to have Mitch as my piano tuner and I find great comfort knowing that if something goes wrong, whether it's noises with the pedal, or installing a humidifier, or needing voicing, no matter the issues that may arise, Mitch knows what he is doing and I would highly recommend! My piano never sounds more beautiful than just after Mitch has been by for a tuning. Thank you Mitch! You are the best!!!!
Dan Wilson2023-08-30I rarely leave reviews but I have used a few piano tuners over the years and I can confidently say Oxford Piano Service is the best in Kitchener.
klarisa mcdonald2023-08-30We have an old upright piano that was handed down to us. I always thought it sounded fine but decided to call a pro. Mitch took so much care with our piano and we can’t get over how much better it sounds after being tuned! I could not be happier that I made that call. 100% recommend Oxford Piano Service, you won’t regret it.
Contact Us
Questions about your piano or our services? Please reach out using the form below or email us directly at info@oxfordpianoservice.com.