By Keith Gramlich – Piano Tuning & Repair, Long Island & the NY Metro Area
📞 Not sure if your piano’s overdue for a tune-up?
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A lot of folks wait until their piano sounds like a carnival ride before calling a tuner—but you don’t have to let things get that far. Just like a car or a heating system, regular maintenance keeps your piano running smoothly and sounding its best. Here are five surefire signs it’s time to give your piano a little love:
1. It Sounds… Off (Even If You Can’t Say Why)
You sit down to play your favorite piece and something just doesn’t sound right. Maybe the notes clash slightly, or the chords feel muddy. Trust your ears. If it sounds “off,” it probably is. Even if you’re not a trained musician, your ear knows more than you think.
2. It’s Been More Than a Year
If you haven’t had your piano tuned in the past 12 months, it’s time. Even if you don’t play often, the strings are under immense tension—up to 40,000 pounds total! That tension responds to humidity, temperature, and time, gradually pulling the pitch out of place.
3. Your Environment Has Changed
Moved recently? Installed new windows or HVAC? Experienced a rough winter or humid summer? Any shift in climate can knock your piano out of tune. That’s why regular tuning is especially important in the ever-changing weather of Long Island and the NY Metro Area.
4. Keys Are Uneven or Sticking
Sticky or uneven keys aren’t just annoying—they’re a sign that your piano needs a tune-up and possibly some light repair. It might be humidity swelling the wood, worn bushings, or something deeper in the action, but a professional can fix it before it gets worse.
5. You’re Practicing or Performing Regularly
Whether you’re a student preparing for a recital, a teacher running lessons, or just someone who plays for joy—your piano should be in tune. Playing on an out-of-tune instrument can throw off your ear training and make even a great performance sound lackluster.
🎶 Bonus Tip: Don’t Wait Until It’s Unbearable!
A slightly out-of-tune piano can still “work,” but over time, the problem compounds. And the longer you wait, the harder (and more expensive) it can be to bring it back to pitch.
📞 If any of these sound familiar, it’s time to call Keith.
Reach out today at (917) 757-4207 or email Wurli1@live.com to book your tuning.
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