With experience and training in music and piano technology, I approach each instrument with the utmost care, precision, and respect for its history. My work is rooted in traditional craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for the piano. Whether tuning, repairing, or restoring, I treat every piano as if it were my own—ensuring reliable, honest service and results you can hear and feel.
Regular tuning is essential to preserving the tonal integrity, responsiveness, and longevity of your piano. As a finely crafted instrument of tension and resonance, a piano naturally drifts out of tune due to changes in humidity, temperature, and string tension over time. When left untuned, not only does the musical quality diminish, but the instrument can suffer structurally, making future tuning more difficult and costly.
How Often Should a Piano Be Tuned?
For optimal performance, most manufacturers and technicians recommend tuning at least twice a year, ideally with the changing of the seasons. Pianos in more demanding environments—such as concert halls, studios, or homes with frequent use—may require quarterly tuning. Regular tuning keeps the piano stable, sounding its best, and preserves the craftsmanship that makes it such a rewarding instrument to play and hear.
*Excl. Travel Costs (R5.00/km) | Terms and conditions apply
A comprehensive evaluation of a piano’s structural, mechanical, and musical condition to determine its current state, historical integrity, playability, and suitability for continued use, repair, or restoration.
*Excl. Travel Costs (R5.00/km) | Terms and conditions apply
A piano is a complex, finely balanced instrument—part sculpture, part machine. Professional servicing ensures that every component, from the action to the soundboard, is treated with the precision, care, and expertise it deserves. DIY fixes or neglect can lead to costly damage, compromised tone, and an unresponsive touch.
By entrusting your piano to a reputable technician, you're not just preserving its condition—you're investing in its voice, playability, and value. Whether it’s a minor regulation, voicing adjustment, or a more involved repair, professional care safeguards the instrument’s integrity and ensures it continues to perform at its best for years to come.
Based on an physical assessment | Price is subject to quotation (SQ)
Restoring a piano is not merely about making it playable—it’s about honouring its history, craftsmanship, and soul. A professional restoration brings life back to instruments that have aged, been neglected, or lost their voice, blending traditional techniques with meticulous attention to detail.
From soundboard repairs and restringing to action rebuilding and cabinet refinishing, expert restoration preserves the character of the piano while enhancing its performance, stability, and longevity. For cherished family heirlooms or historically significant instruments, professional restoration is the only way to ensure authenticity, beauty, and musical excellence are faithfully revived.
Based on an physical assessment | Price is subject to quotation (SQ)
Dependable Instruments for Study and Practice
A practice piano should encourage progress, not compromise it.
We offer acoustic piano rentals for home and study use, prepared and maintained by an experienced piano technician. This service is intended for students, families, and musicians who require a reliable instrument for regular practice without the immediate commitment of purchase.
Each piano is selected for structural integrity, mechanical reliability, and musical usefulness — and prepared to our professional standard before delivery.
What We Offer
Upright and selected grand pianos suitable for daily practice
Long-term rental options for homes, students, and teaching studios
Professional preparation including inspection and basic regulation checks prior to delivery
Ongoing technical oversight for the duration of the rental
These instruments are not cosmetic placeholders. They are proper practice pianos, supplied with care and reliability.
Rental Terms
Rentals are intended exclusively for practice and study use
Rental fees are calculated according to instrument type, value, and preparation required
Transport is quoted separately and handled by specialist piano movers
Rental fees are payable monthly in advance
A debit order is required for all rental agreements
Minimum rental periods apply and will be confirmed at quotation stage.
Who This Service Is For
Students beginning or continuing piano study
Families needing a suitable instrument at home
Teachers requiring a dependable studio piano
Clients considering purchase and wishing to rent first
Temporary placements during relocation or renovation
A Note on Standards
A rented piano should still be a musical instrument — not merely an object with keys.
Every rental instrument is assessed, prepared, and supported by a professional technician who understands what sustained practice demands.
If you are looking for a piano that will support real musical work, we would be pleased to assist.
Enquiries welcome.
Availability, Rates, and Minimum Terms available on request
*Excl. Transport Costs | Terms and conditions apply
Secure. Responsible. Informed.
Entrusting a piano to storage is not merely a question of space. It is a matter of stewardship.
We offer professional piano storage designed specifically for acoustic instruments, overseen by an experienced piano technician with a deep understanding of their mechanical, structural, and musical needs.
Whether your piano is awaiting relocation, restoration, sale, or a new home, it will be housed with care, discretion, and respect for its value.
What We Offer
Dedicated piano-only storage facility
Professional supervision by a qualified piano technician
Appropriate positioning and spacing to prevent structural stress
Regular visual inspections
Clear contractual terms with defined minimum periods
Separate transport coordination with specialist piano movers
Our facility is secure and purpose-managed. While not climate controlled, instruments are stored thoughtfully and handled only by professionals.
Transparent, Fair Pricing
Storage is priced per instrument, according to size and space requirements:
Upright pianos
Petite & baby grands
Parlor, professional, and semi-concert grands
Concert grands by quotation
This ensures that smaller instruments are never subsidising larger ones — a fair and sustainable approach for all clients.
Payment Terms
Storage fees are payable monthly in advance
A debit order is required for all storage agreements, ensuring continuity of care and administration
Who This Service Is For
Homeowners between moves or renovations
Musicians and institutions requiring temporary storage
Estates and executors
Clients planning restoration or resale
Owners of high-value instruments requiring informed custodianship
A Note on Responsibility
Your piano is not treated as furniture. It is treated as an instrument.
If you value careful handling, clear communication, and professional service, we would be pleased to assist.
Availability, Rates, and Minimum Terms available on request
Carefully Restored. Musically Honest.
A second-hand piano should never feel second-rate.
We offer a small, carefully curated selection of refurbished and rebuilt acoustic pianos, restored under the supervision of an experienced piano technician. Each instrument is assessed individually and brought back to reliable musical and mechanical condition using sound traditional methods and appropriate materials.
These are not cosmetic makeovers. Where work is undertaken, it is done to serve longevity, stability, and musical integrity.
Our Approach
Thorough technical assessment before any work begins
Refurbishment and rebuilding carried out only where structurally sensible
Attention to sound and touch, not appearance alone
Honest representation of each instrument’s condition and history
Work is undertaken selectively. Some instruments require modest refurbishment; others warrant deeper intervention. We do not apply a one-size-fits-all approach.
What You Can Expect
Upright and grand pianos suitable for study, teaching, and performance
Instruments chosen for structural soundness and musical potential
Clear guidance on suitability for your space and needs
Transparent pricing aligned with the work carried out
Where appropriate, we are happy to advise on future maintenance, upgrades, or staged restoration.
Who This Service Is For
Musicians seeking quality without new-instrument pricing
Families and students purchasing a first serious piano
Teachers and studios requiring dependable instruments
Clients who value craftsmanship, longevity, and musical character
A Measured Alternative
A properly refurbished or rebuilt piano can offer decades of service and musical satisfaction when approached with care.
If you are considering a second-hand instrument and would like informed guidance rather than sales pressure, we would be pleased to assist.
Availability changes regularly; Viewings by appointment only
Get up to 10% off* of you first assessment, when you book an appointment before March 2026 with the code:
Gerdus-88Keys-special
This is a limited time only special for first time clients.
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