Paid $400 and neither one chimes. I suppose the clocks are clean. Even with daily winding the really old one frequently stops at 1:10 pm. He did say it was really 'touchy' and was probably too old to really fix it. It's windup for the chimes has now quit (like it is overwound) also - the same as it did when I took it in. The grandfather clock runs well but I have been unable to adjust the chimes properly. This is frustrating as I have had it in two times. I cannot afford to pay him to come out and adjust the chimes (I haven't even asked him), so I have given up on either one working. So much for the $400.
Description of Work: Two clocks needed cleaning; neither one ran and chimes didn't work
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$400
Elizabeth K.
10/2016
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
Did a really good job. We are now just working at home to get the timing exactly right. His services were what we needed. It's hard to find an old fashioned clock repair shop that can even provide this type of service. They seem to be a dying breed. My only comment would be price, but it just might be what type of service costs.
Description of Work: Old vintage Sessions mantle clock needed repair - several issues.
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
$250
sergio C.
07/2016
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I took one antique clock in for repair. It was not working properly and I wanted it working and keeping time again. he did a complete tune-up and the clock is working great with no problems. He did a fantastic job and I would recommend him.
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
$200
Tim A.
07/2016
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
Our 25 year old German wall clock stopped working so we researched Angie's List to find a clock repairman. Unfortunately there are very few establishments that repair mechanical clocks nowadays. The first vendor we researched was no longer in business and the second was no longer taking repair orders for new customers. Just when we thought our beloved clock was going to just become a nonfunctioning wall decoration, we took our clock to the one remaining on the list - Murphy's Clock and Watch Shop. Mr. Murphy quickly assessed the problem and gave us a quote for repair. Our clock was cleaned and a broken part was replaced. The service charge was just as quoted, the repair was completed sooner than expected and our mechanical wall clock is back up to 8 days between windings. I highly recommend Murphy's Clock and Watch Shop if you have a mechanical clock in need of repair. Mr. Murphy is a rare clock craftsman in these days of electronic quartz movements.
Description of Work: Repaired German mechanical wall clock
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
$270
Gary T.
03/2016
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
William B.
03/2016
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Daniel M.
02/2016
3.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fixed my mantle clock. The chime spring broke and it was replaced in a timely manner. The clock has to sit on an uneven area or it will stop. The clock is two minutes off on the chime.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
$273
Martha B.
11/2015
5.0
clock repair, watch repair
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: repair two watches
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
Carl C.
08/2015
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned and adjusted our Gernan wall clock that had not been done for 30 years. Clock is running fine
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$248
Conrad B.
06/2015
5.0
clock repair, watch repair
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: replace watch battery
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
$9
sally T.
03/2015
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
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
John D.
02/2015
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: repaired grandfather clock
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
$250
LOIS M.
01/2015
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have a cuckoo clock that was a wedding gift in 1981 from my husband's relatives in Germany and the hands were not working. It is especially sentimental as my husband passed away in 1999. Murphy's repaired the clock and cleaned and oiled it. I also used them to clean and oil it some years ago and was quite happy with their work. Obviously, I used Murphy's again and wouldn't hesitate to use them in the future.
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
$200
Jack E.
12/2014
4.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Murphy's cleaned and adjusted a German wall clock. The work was satisfactory although the price was a little higher than expected. I still would use Murphy's again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$220
Eileen W.
09/2014
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned, serviced, and reset the correct time for our grandfather clock after it made a cross country move.
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
Mark P.
05/2014
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
unknown
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
$20
Stephanie M.
03/2014
5.0
watch repair
 + -1 more
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Description of Work: .
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
$295
Tim M.
01/2014
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
cleaned an old clock we had.
Description of Work: I used MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP
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
David W.
01/2014
4.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
After returning home with the clock, I realized the chimes were not in sync with the clock. I called the shop and was told to return it, which is very inconvenient for me,and I asked him to come to my house since the clock had been released without being properly adjusted. He first refused but later relented and called to say he would come by. After stopping by and quickly adjusting the clock, it has worked perfectly, He obviously is very skilled and I would use him again.
Description of Work: Clean and service 100 year old kitchen clock I don't know if the price was fair. I just paid what he asked for.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$189.95
Lori J.
07/2013
5.0
clock repair, watch repair
 + 0 more
Very prompt, very professional, very reasonably priced.
Description of Work: He put in new watch batteries for several watches
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
$60
Toni S.
09/2012
5.0
watch repair
 + -1 more
I contacted the business number by phone to ensure they provided the services I needed and to find out the cost. The gentleman was very helpful and even offered shortcut directions to his shop other than the route I had planned to use. I brought him three watches in need of battery changes. I was able to wait while he attended to my jewelry. He was able to change batteries on two of the watches and informed me the third watch needed more than a battery repair due to rust leaking from the old battery. I opted not to have that one repaired at the present time. He told me what the potential cost would be of the third watch. All this took less than 15 minutes and I was on my way. The cost was very reasonable and I plan to use his services again!
Description of Work: watch batteries changed in two watches
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
$16
Heather M.
08/2012
5.0
clock repair
 + -1 more
Perfect! When stationed in German, we invested a lot of money into a German cuckoo clock. When we first arrived in San Antonio in 2000, the clock mechanisms needed to be adjusted after the move. He did an expert job then...and only in 2012 did I have to take it back to him for cleaning. The clock runs perfectly. He explained everything, such as how the parts wear over time, etc. I must admit, I am shocked to see that others have not posted a review for this business. He has been there for several years--and based on his shop--he has a very steady stream of business.
Description of Work: Repair German Cuckoo/Hummel Clock.
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Service Categories
Clock Repair,
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FAQ
MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
No, MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP does not offer free project estimates.
No, MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP does not offer a senior discount.
No, MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP does not offer emergency services.
No, MURPHY'S CLOCK & WATCH SHOP does not offer warranties.