Instrument repairs
Alex Preston
Woodwind Instruments
Service Levels
Interim Service - Regular service to correct small faults that develop over time - Replacing or adjusting pads to close fully - Replacing worn corks as necessary - Adjusting linked mechanism - Oiling keywork as appropriate - Joint corks replaced if essential
Full Service - Removing all keywork and correcting small/medium faults during reassembly - All mechanisms cleaned and oiled - Joint corks replaced as appropriate - Stiff or loose keywork corrected as appropriate - Dents addressed as appropriate
Full Re-pad - Restore to new condition as far as possible - All pads and key corks replaced - All joint corks replaced - Springs carefully inspected and replaced as necessary Service levels are a guide and can be adapted on request. There are many jobs we can do for your instrument, so please bring your instrument in for a tailored quote, or contact us by email on alex.preston@prestomusic.com (woodwind repairs only) or shop@prestomusic.com (all other instruments).
Prices
All prices exclude pads, which are charged extra. An exact quote can be provided after instrument inspection.
| Instrument | Interim Service | Full Service | Full Re-pad |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarinet – Eb/Bb/A | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
| Clarinet – Alto/Bass | £100.00 | £225.00 | £450.00 |
| Flute | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
| Piccolo | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
| Flute – Alto/Bass | £90.00 | £200.00 | £400.00 |
| Saxophone – Soprano/Alto/Tenor | £100.00 | £250.00 | £450.00 |
| Saxophone – Baritone | £140.00 | £280.00 | £500.00 |
| Student Oboe | £70.00 | £150.00 | £250.00 |
| Professional Oboe or Cor Anglais | £140.00 | £300.00 | £450.00 |
| Bassoon | £120.00 | £270.00 | £500.00 |
Brass Instruments
Service Levels
Interim Service - A normal service advised every 12-18 months for generally well-maintained instruments.
Full Service - A comprehensive service advised every 5-10 years.
Prices
| Instrument | Interim Service | Full Service |
|---|---|---|
| Trumpet (Bb/Db/Eb) | £35.00 | £65.00 |
| Cornet (Bb/Eb) | £35.00 | £65.00 |
| Tenor Horn | £35.00 | £65.00 |
| Baritone Horn | £45.00 | £75.00 |
| Euphonium | £50.00 | £80.00 |
| Tuba (Eb/Bb) | £55.00 | £100.00 |
| Trombone | £35.00 | £75.00 |
| Flugel Horn | £35.00 | £65.00 |
String Instruments
| Instrument | Fit Strings | Bridge | Full set-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | £10.00 | £25.00 | £50.00 |
| Viola | £10.00 | £35.00 | £60.00 |
| Cello | £25.00 | £50.00 | £100.00 |
| Double Bass | £40.00 | £100.00 | £250.00 |
Guitar Repairs
For all guitar-related repairs, please call 01926 886883 and ask to speak to our specialist to see what we can offer.
