Woodwind Services

Playing Condition

General playing condition is offered for all woodwind instruments and includes checking that all pads are sealing, replacing missing keys corks as needed, regulating keywork, and lubricating rods and screws. Pad and tenon cork replacement not included. All instruments in for repair are play tested before deemed complete. Price estimates are based on shop’s labor rate of $120.00/hour.

Common Repairs

Flute Head Cork Replacement $40

Tenon Cork/Mouthpiece Cork Replacement $40

Saxophone Neck Cork Replacement $40

Crack Repair

Dent Removal

Soldering

Stuck Swab Removal

Spring Tension Adjustment

Thumb Rest Relocation

Wood Oiling

Polishing

Ultrasonic Cleaning

Full Instruments

  • Flute

  • Saxophone

    Flute Headjoint $40

    Saxophone Neck $40

    Click here for more information on ultrasonic cleanings.

    Are you experiencing hand/wrist pain while playing?

    We’re happy to talk instrument ergonomics with you! While we can’t take the pain away, we do have some tricks up our sleeves to help reduce tension in your hands. We also have a list of resources available if you’d like to learn more about playing-related injury and prevention!

    Repads

    Repads are available for all woodwind instruments. Additional charge for polishing.

  • Remove all keys and corks

  • Clean body of instrument

  • Clean keys

  • Clean springs (remove rust as needed)

  • Oil body and bore of wood instruments

  • Dent work as necessary

  • Soldering as necessary

  • Replace all pads and key bumpers/felts

  • Replace all tenon corks, neck cork, or head joint cork

  • Refit keys as necessary

  • Oil all rod screws and pivot screws

  • Regulate mechanism

  • Play test

    -GENERAL SHOP POLICIES-

    Estimates are based on a shop rate of $95.00 an hour plus cost of parts & materials.  Regarding repairs, while we try to quote estimates as accurate as possible, variables such as unforeseen measures, hidden damage & availability of parts can affect the final amount due.  If you have an absolute maximum budget please make that clear at the time of evaluation.  

    All individual price quotes are only valid for 30 days from the time given, prior to the instrument being tendered for work to begin.  Special orders are to be paid in full at the time of order, including sub-contracted services.  Prices are subject to change without notice.  Any quoted estimate over $200.00 may require a deposit at the time instrument is tendered for service.  Deposits paid on ordered parts or sub-contracted services are NOT refundable.