Why Piano Strings Break and What It Costs
Understanding string failure, splicing and full restringing.
Strings break at stress points: the tuning pin coil, the bearing at the agraffe or capo bar, and the hitch pin loop.
Age and corrosion do most of the damage. Pianos in basements and garages fail sooner because condensation attacks the wire.
A single broken string is usually replaced individually; matching wound bass strings must be ordered to measurement.
When several strings break in one season, the wire has reached the end of its life and a full restringing is the sensible path.
How we can help
If any of this describes your instrument, a service visit is the fastest way to know where you stand. We inspect, explain what we find, and quote before doing anything. Call (303) 425-5672 or request a quote.
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