What Service does my Piano Need?
As a professional piano tuner covering the North West UK, I regularly help homeowners, schools, and musicians choose the right tuning service for their piano.
One of the most common questions I receive is: “My piano sounds off — do I just need a basic tuning, or something more involved?”
The best service for you depends on two main factors:
How long it’s been since your piano was last properly tuned
Whether your piano has been moved recently
To make things clear and transparent, I offer three tailored service levels:
Basic Tune – £80
Tune & Service – £100
Pitch Adjustment – £120
Here’s a simple guide to help you decide which one is right for your piano.
1. Basic Tune – £80
Ideal for: Pianos that have been tuned within the last 6–12 months.
If your piano is regularly maintained and was last tuned sometime in the past year, a Basic Tune is usually all that’s needed to bring it back to concert pitch and make it sound bright and even again.
What’s included:
Full fine tuning to A440 concert pitch
Minor regulation checks and adjustments
Assessment of your piano’s current condition
Expert advice on looking after your instrument
This service is perfect for well-cared-for pianos that just need a regular refresh.
2. Tune & Service – £100
Ideal for: Pianos that haven’t been tuned for a little longer than a year, or any piano that has been moved recently.
Moving a piano — even within the same house — can knock it significantly out of tune. When a piano goes over 12 months without tuning, it often needs extra work to restore stability.
The Tune & Service includes additional time to ensure the tuning holds better afterwards.
What’s included:
Comprehensive tuning to concert pitch
Extra service work including pin tightening, minor regulation, and cleaning of accessible areas
Special attention to help the piano settle after being moved
Full condition report and maintenance advice
This is my most popular service across the North West UK because it offers excellent value and longer-lasting results.
3. Pitch Adjustment – £120
Ideal for: Pianos that haven’t been tuned for many years and are now very out of tune.
When a piano has been neglected for a long time, the pitch can drop dramatically. In these cases, a standard tuning isn’t enough — the piano first needs a careful pitch raise before fine tuning.
What’s included:
Initial pitch raise to bring the piano safely back toward correct tension
Full fine tuning to concert pitch
Thorough service and stabilisation work
Detailed assessment and recommendations for future care
This service gives even long-neglected pianos a new lease of life.
How Often Should You Tune Your Piano?
For the best sound and longevity, I recommend tuning your piano at least once a year, with twice a year being ideal — especially in the North West where our changeable weather can affect tuning stability.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Don’t worry — many customers aren’t sure until I assess the piano. When I arrive, I’ll listen to your instrument and honestly recommend the most suitable (and cost-effective) option for you on the day.
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I’ve made booking simple with my new online booking system. You can now check my availability and book your own appointment instantly, 24/7, at a time that suits you.
No more phone tag or waiting for replies — just pick a slot and secure your tuning straight away.
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I proudly serve customers across the North West UK, including Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire, Lancashire, and surrounding areas.