Piano Questions and Answers, Piano Age, Repair Pianos, Piano Q&A

How old is my piano?

A piano's age can be determined by locating the serial number inside the
instrument. Email us your Piano Make and Serial Number for more info about
your piano.

Is my old piano worth rebuilding?

Mostly, yes. A new piano will usually outweigh the cost of investing in restoring
an old instrument. Like antique furniture, many grand pianos only appreciate in
value. This is especially true of the following brands - Baldwin, Mason & Hamlin,
Steinway & Sons, Yamaha, Kawai, and most major West German makes. A
consumer should always consider rebuilding as a first alternative to buying a
new piano. Ask yourself what your piano would be worth after rebuilding
compared to the amount you spent on the repair job. Call us for a written
estimate or quote.

My tuner told me about cracks in the soundboard. What does that mean?

The soundboard is the most important component of the piano. It provides the
amplification that allows your piano to sing and sound audible. Tone quality will
suffer when the soundboard is damaged. This problem will often arise due to
varying degrees in temperature or humidity. Most pianos, at some point,
experience some degree of cracking due to the extreme climate conditions here
in Canada - especially due to higher humidity levels in the summer and dryness
in the winter. Fortunately, this is relatively easy to repair. Please call us for a
qualified opinion.