Services
Tuning & Maintenance
A tuning and maintenance visit involves rectifying common
faults (e.g. ciphers), as well as tuning through the organ- for
larger organs this would usually involve tuning one division
and the
reeds. Prices vary depending on the size, location and condition of
the organ, but standard tuning visit costs are as follows.
- Half day visit: £110 (+VAT)
- ¾ day visit: £150 (+VAT)
- Full day visit: £175 (+VAT)
Visits of two or more days can be arranged upon request. Before any tuning contract is entered into, we will visit the organ to assess it's condition, and if requested give our advice on work that needs to be carried out.
Clean & Overhaul
A clean & overhaul is generally required every 15 years in
most cases. This involves removing, cleaning and repairing pipes,
overhauling soundboards, cleaning reservoirs and chests and repair
or replacement of leatherwork. Most clients opt for changes to the
instrument during this time, such as changes to the action or small
tonal changes.
Rebuild
A rebuild would involve major tonal and/or mechanical
changes to the organ, as well as much of the same work as carried
out during a clean and overhaul.
Electrification of Action
Leatherwork
A lot of common problems with organs are caused by decayed
or damaged leatherwork, or the use of leather substitutes that have
deteriorated. In this instance we can replace some or all
leatherwork, dependant on the problem, or condition. Quotes
available upon request.
Faults Visits
Should an organ be unplayable due to faults, we can spend
time just making it playable. Although we rectify faults on tuning &
maintenance visits, it is sometimes necessary to spend a day or more
just rectifying faults. If the organ has not been in use for some
time due to faults it is advisable that you arrange with us a tuning
following on from a faults visit.
An emergency faults visit can be arranged for ciphers, notes not
playing or any other problem. We are available to work evenings and
weekends for emergency call outs.
Tonal Additions
Stand By
During an important event, such as a recital, it is wise to
have an organ builder on stand-by, in case of any problems during
the recital. A stand-by visit would also include checking through
the organ and tuning if necessary. We will repeat this during the
interval if requested.