Flute repairs
Having a well designed and maintained instrument is absolutely crucial to proper musical development. Each note needs to play clearly and in tune with minimum effort. It is disheartening, especially when learning, to play on an instrument that leaks.
The tables below give an idea of the work carried out and the cost. It is sometimes difficult to quote precisely without seeing the instrument or it may just need a "tweak" which can often be done while you wait. If you bring your instrument into the workshop I can advise on any work it needs and tailor it to your budget.
- Basic service: £45
- Full service: from £65
- Repad: from £140
- Overhaul: POA
| Process | Basic Service | Full Service | Repad | Overhaul |
| Dismantle the instrument | ||||
| Polish body and keys | ||||
| Remove dents, straighten body | ||||
| Check springs and tension springs | ||||
| Replace springs as required (up to 2 on full service) | ||||
| Replace Pads | ||||
| Replace 2 pads (extra pads charged individually) | ||||
| Fit tenon joints to ensure smooth airtight fit | ||||
| Check and grease head cork | ||||
| Replace headcork | ||||
| Replace all key corks | ||||
| Replace key corks as required | ||||
| Clean hinge tubes & oil | ||||
| Check rods and hinge tubes for bends, correct | ||||
| Re-align bent keywork | ||||
| Seat pads using paper shims | ||||
| Swedge key-work and countersink point screws to remove wear | ||||
| Regulate keywork and adjust height of action | ||||
| Final test | ||||
| Clean case |