Grandfather clocks need to be professionally prepared before transporting to prevent costly damage to the internal workings. Our preparation includes securing the specific components of the mechanism and proper packaging of the weights, pendulum, and additional accessories (i.e., glass shelves). The optional service of boxing or crating the entire cabinet is recommended for long distance or international moves and if the clock is to be placed into storage.
Grandfather Clock Service and Repair
SETUP AFTER MOVE
After your grandfather clock has been moved, various steps and adjustments are required to ensure proper performance. At the time of setup, we recommend routine maintenance be performed if your clock has not been serviced in the past 2–4 years.
IN-HOME/OFFICE REPAIR & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
We offer in–home or in–office repair services which includes routine maintenance using approved/performance proven industry lubricants. Lubrication & Adjustment procedures include a full 90 day warranty where credit is applied toward labor should Cleaning & Overhaul procedures be required.
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Repair and Warranties
I sincerely approach each service/repair in a cost effective and conservative manner. Please refer to the various phases or levels of service and repairs. FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS!
LUBRICATION & ADJUSTMENTS:
This routine in–home service is recommended every 2–4 years on most modern day clock movements. The environment (heating, air–conditioning, humidity & etc) within your home will have an effect on how often this may be necessary. Please note that this procedure will NOT correct or restore previously worn materials such as bushings, pivots or levers. In the event your clock should fail within 90 days of completion, I will credit the previously paid labor fees toward one of the following procedures: 1) Cleaning & Overhaul (Rebuild⁄Restoration) or 2) New Movement Installation.
*CLEANING & OVERHAUL (REBUILD⁄RESTORATION)
This detailed procedure is recommended every 8–12 years or when the movement does not respond to Lubrication & Adjustments. This labor intense service CANNOT be performed in your home. The movement must be brought into my repair shop due to the chemicals/solutions used, the machining procedures performed, and the lengthy time required. The warranty covers service performed and parts installed by me for 2 years. If additional parts or labor become necessary within the warranty period, then the customer will be charged only for the parts.
*NEW MOVEMENT INSTALLATION
This procedure is recommended when replacement movements are available and the cost of a Cleaning & Overhaul procedure exceeds the cost of a new movement installation. The warranty covers service performed and parts installed by me for 3 years. If additional parts or labor become necessary within the warranty period, then the customer will be charged only for the parts.
ESTIMATES
Written Estimates require research & preparation. Therefore, Estimates are subject to an Estimate Fee should customer decide against having the work done. Estimates will not include unforeseen parts or labor when noted.
