Pianos require standard tuning servicing every 6 months. I will call or email you when the time arrives so you don't have to remember. If a key fails during playing, don't panic. Pianos occasionally need adjustments (regulation-see 'Action Repair & Regulating Page) to fix action alignments. Keep your humidity stable and you should run into problems far less!

1. Tuning

2. Climate

Keep humidity as close to 42% annually as possible. To do this, in the humid seasons (spring & summer) running an air conditioner or de-humidifier will lower the high humidity. In the dry seasons (late fall & winter), running a room humidifier will increase humidity. A 'hygrometer' (as seen on my 'Climate Control Systems' page) can be purchased to determine if your room is too dry or humid. The ABSOLUTE best system you can purchase is a Piano Life Saver System (also seen on my 'Climate Control Systems' page) to both humidify & de-humidify the air inside the piano.

3. Location

When possible keep the piano on an inside wall, away from direct sunlight, and away from a direct heat source. Make sure the floor below the piano is stable or level. If you notice a wheel off the ground or the piano wobbles, reposition the piano until it feels solid. This will prevent possible injury, damage to the piano, buzzing from vibrations between the caster (wheel) and the floor, and will help maintain strong tuning stability.

4. Cleaning

If your vacuum cleaner has a reverse or exhaust, feel free to blow between the keys and all visible parts of the piano while being mindful not to touch action parts physically with any part of the vacuum. A soft bristle paintbrush will help loosen some crevice dirt on exterior wooden parts. For cleaning up the wood finish, always start will a lightly dampened microfiber cloth (dust can act as an abrasive and over time, scratch the top surface of finish). A cleaning cloth is usually supplied on new pianos from either the dealership or manufacturer and should be used if accessible. If you want to give a good cleaning, try using Murphy's Oil (be sure to read the directions) and buff to a nice clean shine. On polyester & lacquer finishes, a lightly dampened microfiber works well (dry is also recommended). For polishes, ask me and I will order you piano approved polishes for that once a year cleaning. Stay away from cleaners with abrasives and amonia. On keytops, a mild dishsoap and a lightly dampened cloth should be fine. Be sure to dry any wet spots on the keys while being careful not to drip water between the keys. If you are uncertain on what or where you should be cleaning, ask me for tips or for ordering a polishing kit for you.

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Piano Tuning Services

Randy Cassotto

Phone: (860) 307-2096