Jamie Watts is a Registered Piano Technician (RPT) in the Piano Technician Guild (PTG), and a graduate of the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology with highest honors. He studied music at Belmont University in Nashville, TN with continuing studies of sound synthesis at Collin College in Texas, and engineering at DCCC.
Description of Work: She tuned our Steinway baby grand piano and provided an estimate of its value.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
Roger W.
09/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Another company that had been responsible for reconditioning the case of this piano had taken over the tuning as well. However, there was an irritating and significant squeaking problem with the sustaining pedal. The other company's tuner insisted, over the period of several months, that the only solution was to dismantle the entire pedal apparatus and take it into the factory for fixing. I finally called Judith Palmer, with whom I had previously been extremely happy for her tuning services, and asked her for a second opinion. She came with tool box in hand, not only did a far better job with tuning, but also disassembled, fixed and reassembled the pedals to my total joy and satisfaction. I have no hesitation in recommending her work. I am very sad to learn that she will be retiring eventually, but am sure that anyone she has chosen to take over her business will also be excellent.
Description of Work: A regular tuning of my grand piano as well as repair of the sustaining pedal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
Ivan D.
09/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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The piano now works perfectly and sounds great!! Judith was able to quickly assess the problem, provide efficient on-site repair, and provide suggestions for longer-term repair if pins continue to work their way out of position. It's clear that she loves pianos and takes every repair as seriously as if it were her very first repair or very own piano. Scheduling the appointment was easy online, with response from her team within an hour. We have used Quality Piano Service since my children began piano lessons many years ago, and we will continue to use them in the future. Piano tuning is part-art, part-science, and I am very impressed with the dedication and level of service that QPS provides. They are real maestros! The price is extremely reasonable, especially considering the skill and experience that they bring.
Description of Work: Judith Palmer removed the action of our upright piano to repair center pin shifting problem, and removed hammers and dampers as needed to reposition center pins. (Several keys had stopped playing well, as a result of the shifting problem.) After this "surgery", she replaced the action and performed tuning. The tuning was not so routine as such extensive manipulation of the action necessitated hammer voicing and pitch raise.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Bobbi C.
08/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Excellent. Jamie has been here twice now and he is courteous and professional. Always on time and doesn't dawdle.
Description of Work: Tuned the piano and check for any malfunctions and damages.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Carolyn M.
08/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Piano was well tuned, and the sticky keys were no longer sticky.
Description of Work: Tuning, adjusted the capstan screws, and provided a bottle of pad treatment for the piano's humidifier.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Anne H.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Great. There's not much more I can add to what I said before. I call or ask for an appointment on her web page. An assistant usually emails me with a proposed appointment time, and we work it out. Judith and Jaime have both been prompt, friendly - what more can I say?
Description of Work: Judith Palmer has services my piano for a couple of years, and serviced it for many years before that, when it belonged to my mother. Judith is an expert. She not only tunes my piano twice a year, but at those times makes any adjustments that the piano might require, such as minor pitch correction - says here on my invoice: "adjust capstans" - and takes care of the climate control system, replacing pads if necessary. She has recently taken on an assistant, Jaime, who came last time. I was as satisfied with his work as I had been with Judith's. I don't think you can go wrong by hiring them to take care of your piano.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Julie D.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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I am always pleased with the quality of service and the professional but relaxed attitude of Judith. Our piano is very old and has some major needs and Judith cares about the piano and treats it with the respect it deserves. She even took part of the piano home once because she needed to do some serious repair and wanted to make sure it was done properly. We love our old Chicago upright and Quality Piano Service is the best piano doctor.
Description of Work: Tuned Piano, replaced felt , changed strings and replaced other mechanisms that I don't recall
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Maura J.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Jaime arrived on time and was very prepared and professional. He looked at the piano and gave a very accurate time estimate, based on the condition of the piano. He was very knowledgeable and easily answered all of my questions. The price was very reasonable and I will gladly recommend him to all my associates!!
Description of Work: Tune the piano
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Douglas H.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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All the work she has ever done on my various pianos has been terrific. I have recommended her to friends with "sick" pianos. The pianos all sound great when she is done, and the work has always been reasonably priced.
Description of Work: I have used this piano tuner and servicer for about 20 years for various pianos. In addition to regular tunings, she has done major work on baby grand that had sat in someone's basement for 30 years before being given to me. And she has worked on an old piano that sits in an unheated Quaker Meeting House.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Clair R.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Fine. For over fifteen years Judith Palmer has taken care of my grand piano at home, and two grand pianos at the church where I work. She is knowledgeable and conscientious, and I would recommend her to anyone for piano tuning and maintenance.
Description of Work: Tuned my Steinway grand, replaced the pads on the humidification system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
DAVID B.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Judith has worked on my pianos since the 1980's. As far as I am concerned, she is the best. She is quick to make appointments, is prompt, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Her rates are reasonable. She helped me with some research i was doing when I was doing my dissertation. I completely trust her judgement, and have recommended her to friends.
Description of Work: Judith Palmer tuned the piano. She also advised me on where to place the piano in my apartment to avoid exposure to moisture and heat from the radiators.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
John D.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Judith was accurate in her assessment, punctual in here appointments and fair on the price.
Description of Work: Complete action overhaul and tuning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300
Douglas H.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Swimmingly!
Description of Work: Tuned the piano. Troubleshot the action and rectified. Advised on the purchase of this piano. Advised on the refinisher of this piano. Tuned and maintained our last piano for 30+ years.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Mike A.
06/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Judith was absolutely phenomenal. Her scheduling assistant (Lumaria) reached out to find good dates and worked with me to set a time. I received confirmation calls prior to the visit and she was extremely punctual. I received a detailed list of all the work that was done, recommendations for maintenance and she even repaired one of the legs of my piano because a mover had broken a piece off. Will definitely be using Judith again and for all future piano needs.
Description of Work: Leg repair Damper flange replaced Damper felt reconditioned Hammer felt softened Piano tuning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jayne B.
05/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Both Judith and Jamie have tuned the pianos for the music department of our private school. They are always timely, thorough, and leave the pianos in excellent condition. I highly recommend Quality Piano Service!
Description of Work: Tuning and humidifier check and pad replacement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
John G.
02/2016
5.0
piano tuning
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Came out in the snow- was on time, took piano apart and explained proposals before starting work. Tuner was informative. Piano sounded great and would call on Quality Piano Services again.
Description of Work: Tuned piano, repaired action, made piano play better with adjustments.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
L C.
07/2006
5.0
piano tuning
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I bought a piano at a yard sale, and it was horribly out of tune and in disrepair. Judith brought it back to life, and it sounds fantastic now! She was knowledgeable and skilled.
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Service Categories
Piano Tuning,
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FAQ
Quality Piano Service is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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No, Quality Piano Service does not offer free project estimates.
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No, Quality Piano Service does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Quality Piano Service offers emergency services.
No, Quality Piano Service does not offer warranties.
Quality Piano Service offers the following services: Tuning, repairs, action regulation, voicing, reconditioning, action rebuilding, soundboard cleaning, climate control installation, string replacement