What I can do for you
Checkdown
Restore instrument to satisfactory playing condition
Check condition of pads and springs. Remove sufficient keywork to re-seat/fit new pads*. Replace missing/damaged cork and felt. Check fit of tenons and that instrument is airtight.
- Bassoon: From £POA
- Clarinet: £20-45
- Flute: £20-45
- Oboe: £20-45
- Saxophone: £25-65
Full Service
Restore instrument to optimum playing condition
As with checkdown, but all keywork removed and cleaned. Instrument body cleaned/polished. All rods, springs and pivot screws lubricated prior to re-assembly.
- Bassoon: From £POA
- Clarinet: From £55
- Flute: From £55
- Oboe: From £55
- Saxophone: From £100
Full Overhaul
As with full service, but all pads replaced
- Clarinet: From £90
- Flute: From £110
- Oboe: From £90
- Saxophone: From £300
Other items
- Head Cork - Flute: £5
- Springs - Misc: £5+
- Tenon Cork - Clarinet: £5
- Tenon Cork - Oboe: £5
- Tenon Cork - Saxophone: £10
- Woodwind Pads - Bassoon: ££5+
- Woodwind Pads - Clarinet: ££3+
- Woodwind Pads - Flute: ££5
- Woodwind Pads - Saxophone: ££5+
Please note the replacement of any pads will incur a cost per pad ranging from £2 for clarinet skin pads to £5 for larger leather saxophone pads.
I make sure all instruments undergo thorough testing by playing once repairs have been completed.
I only finish working on an instrument when I am completely happy with it.