Professional Repairs and Guitar Lessons in Loughton, Essex

Repair Services

Fully insured for all customer instruments • Public Liability Insurance

Guitar Setups • Restringing • Fretwork • Electronics Repair • Acoustic Guitar Repairs • Electric Guitar Repairs • Restorations • Custom Luthier Work.

We also repair Bass Guitars • Mandolins • Ukuleles • Bouzoukis • Violins

Repair Areas We Cover

Loughton • Debden • Buckhurst Hill • Epping • Waltham Abbey • Theydon Bois • Chigwell • Hainault • Barkingside • Clayhall • Ilford • Redbridge • Romford • South Woodford • Woodford Green • Wanstead • Snaresbrook • Harlow • Chingford and surrounding Essex and East London areas.

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Price List

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🛡️ Fully Insured
All customer instruments left with us are fully insured whilst on our premises. We also hold Public Liability Insurance for your peace of mind.
Job Price Comments Turnover
All Minor Jobs £10.00
£15.00
Small basic jobs like 1 string repair and minor adjustments 15-30 mins
ELECTRIC GUITAR STRING REPLACEMENTS
*6 String
Electric
£20.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £10.00 Approx 1 hour
*12 String
Electric
£35.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £10.00 Approx 1-2 hours
*6 String
Floyd Rose
£30.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £10.00 Approx 1-2 hours
ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRING REPLACEMENTS
*Steel Stringed Acoustic £20.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £10.00 Approx 1 hour
Nylon Stringed Acoustic £40.00 The long time frame is because the guitar needs to be constantly tuned up to 10-12 times and to allow the strings time to settle (Strings included up to £10.00) Approx 1 day
*12 String Acoustic
Steel Stringed
£30.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £20.00 Approx 1-2 hours
OTHER INSTRUMENT STRING REPLACEMENTS
*4 String Bass £30.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £20.00 Approx 1-2 hours
*5 String Bass £35.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total: £20.00 Approx 1-2 hours
*Mandolin Violin Ukulele Bouzouki Restrings £25.00 If we provide the strings add the following prices to the total
Mandolin £15.00
Violin £20.00
Ukulele £15.00
Bouzouki £15.00
Approx 1-2 hours
CLEANING & POLISHING
Fret Board and Body Clean, Polish & Restring £50.00 Fret polish, fret board & full body cleaning and polishing with bees wax, lemon oil & restringing (Strings not included) Approx 1-2 hours
ADJUSTMENTS
Action Setup All Guitars & Basses
Except Floyd Rose
£70.00 Adjustments made to the guitar's action (the height of the strings above the fretboard) nut and bridge adjustments Approx 2-3 hours
Action Setup
Floyd Rose
£90.00 Adjustments made to the guitar's action (the height of the strings above the fretboard) nut and bridge adjustments Approx 2-3 hours
Intonation Setup £35.00 Bridge & saddle adjustment for correct octave tuning across the fret board Approx 1-2 hours
Intonation Setup
Floyd Rose
£55.00 Bridge & saddle adjustment for correct octave tuning across the fret board Approx 2-3 hours
**Fret Buzz £50.00 Fret buzz correction using the latest digital equipment and fret filing technology see ** comments below the price list Approx 2-3 hours
Neck Relief Adjustment £40.00 We use the latest technology to measure and adjust the neck relief and also string height at 1st fret for optimal playability Approx 1-2 hours
Nut Replacement £80.00 Replacement of the nut filed and shaped, new slots, attachehment string height measured with latest nut slotting gauge technology Approx 6-7 hours
Saddle Adjustment
Except Floyd Rose
£30.00 Saddle adjustment to improve playability and also to stop the note choking when bending strings Approx 1 hour
Saddle Adjustment
Floyd Rose
£50.00 Saddle adjustment to improve playability and also to stop the note choking when bending strings Approx 1 hour
Bridge Replacement & Setup
Except Floyd Rose
£100.00 Bridge replacement and setup to improve playability (Parts not included) Approx 3-4 hours
Bridge Replacement & Setup
Floyd Rose
£130.00 Bridge replacement and setup to improve playability (Parts not included) Approx 3-4 hours
SETUP PACKAGES
*Basic Set Up
Electric & Bass Guitars
£60.00 Includes everything in intonation setup plus electrical check-up. Solder joints, pots and switches cleaned with contact cleaner Approx 2-3 hours
*Full Set Up
Electric & Bass Guitars
£100.00 Includes everything in action and intonation setup plus body cleaning, fret polishing, fret board clean with lemon oil and bees wax. Electronics checked, wires & joints cleaned with contact cleaner, restringing
(strings included)
Approx 3-4 hours
*Basic Set Up
Floyd Rose
£90.00 Includes everything in intonation setup plus electrical check-up. Solder joints, pots and switches cleaned with contact cleaner Approx 2-3 hours
*Full Set Up
Floyd Rose
£130.00 Includes everything in action and intonation setup plus body cleaning, fret polishing, fret board clean with lemon oil and bees wax, electronics checks, wires & joints cleaned with contact cleaner, restringing
(strings included)
Approx 3-4 hours
*Basic Set Up
Acoustic Semi-Acoustic Guitars
£50.00 Saddle and truss rod adjustment, nut check and intonation for perfect action - For semi-acoustic guitars we also check the jack and preamp Approx 2-3 hours
*Full Set Up
Acoustic Semi-Acoustic Guitars
£90.00 Everything in basic setup, fret board, fret and body cleaning with lemon oil and bees wax, restringing, saddle adjustment, truss rod adjustment and intonation for perfect action - For semi-acoustic guitars we also check the jack and preamp
(strings included)
Approx 2-3 hours
New Guitar Full Set Up £95.00 Get your new guitar set up to play like a pro! Action adjustment, truss rod adjustment and saddle adjustment for the perfect action Approx 2-3 hours
ELECTRICAL WORK
*Complete
Re-Wiring
Electric Guitars
& Basses
£90.00
£150.00
Complete rewire of the loom, not including any components (Price depends on complexity) Approx 1-2 days
*Electrical Faults
All electrical issues listed below are charged at this rate
£30.00 Per Hour Jobs completed within 1st hour will be charged £30.00 A thorough diagnosis of your electric guitar or bass to identify any electrical issues. All basic repairs included in the price. (Parts not included) No approximate time
Broken Wire Repairs " Any loose or broken wires repaired and resoldered Approx ½-1 hour
Pickup Installation " Full installation, soldering, calibrated and tested (Parts not included) No approximate time
Tone / Volume / Toggle Flick Switch Replacement " All buttons pods and switches replaced, soldered and tested (Parts not included) Approx 1-2 hours
*Jack Socket Replacement " New jack socket installed, wired and tested (Parts not included) Approx ½-1 hours
Guitar Bass Cavity Shielding Contact us
for a quote
Faraday cage installation to reduce electromagnetic interference and hum. Shielding paint or copper foil can be used depending on the guitar cavity Approx 1-2 days
BODY WORK
Broken Tremolo £40.00 Tremolo repair, new springs and hardware (Parts not included) Approx 1-2 hours
Tuner Repair Replacement £60.00 Repair or replacement of tuner components (Parts not included), will also require a restring (not included) Approx 2-3 hours
Broken Head Stock Repair £120.00 Re-glue the head stock to the neck, setup & restring (Strings included) Approx 2-3 days
*Binding / Purfling Repairs £60.00
£200.00
Binding / Purfling repairs.
Loose binding gluing £60.00
Partial binding replacement £100.00
Full body replacement £200.00
Approx 2-3 days
Lifting Bridge Repair Acoustic / Semi Acoustic £100.00 Heat removal of lifting bridge - Glue removal and reattachment - Restring may be required and action setup may also be required at extra cost (Strings not included) Approx 2-3 days
*Fret Filing £150.00 Fret filing, levelling, crowning, polishing, neck cleaning - bees waxing - buffering, action & intonation setup and restringing (Strings included) Approx 5-6 hours
*Fret Replacement Contact us
for a quote
Includes, replace frets, neck/fret board polishing, new strings complete set up Approx 3 Days
*Full Restoration Contact us
for a quote
Complete restoration of your instrument, including refinishing and all necessary repairs Approx 2-7 days
OTHER JOBS
Custom Patch Cables (Minimum Order 4 Pieces) £5.00 each 5mm cable, pancake jack plugs, square or round (Max length per cable 40cm) Approx 1-2 hours
Pedal Board Build
Pedals not included
Contact us
for a quote
Aluminium or metal board, pedals attached, patch cables made to size, all wiring Approx 2-3 days
All major cards, cash and bank transfers accepted.

If a combination of jobs is required, we will provide a combined discounted quote.
(Example: electrical fault diagnosis and repair, plus a full setup and restring)

* Denotes services where we provide the strings / parts timeframe may vary
depending on stock availability or having to order parts in.

** Fret Buzz is a common issue where the frets are not properly seated
causing a buzzing sound when playing.
The fee we charge is for the diagnosis and minor repair issues.
If the guitar requires more extensive work, additional fees may apply.
The work may include fret leveling, truss rod adjustment, and saddle adjustment.
The final cost may vary depending on the extent of the work required.
If the guitar is faulty in a way that can't be repaired, fees will still apply.

For any other jobs not listed please call or email us for a quote.

We can collect and drop off your instrument for a small fee, within a 5 mile radius of Loughton, Essex.
Please contact us for more details.

We provide regular picture and video updates of your repair progress
This is so you can see the work being done on your instrument and to give you peace of mind, via whatsapp

Frequently Asked Questions

Are customer instruments insured while in your workshop?

Yes. All customer instruments are fully insured whilst on our premises. We also carry Public Liability Insurance, giving you added peace of mind when leaving your instrument with us..

Do I need to book an appointment?

Appointments are recommended, but you're welcome to contact us first to discuss your repair.

How long does a guitar setup take?

Most setups are completed within 24-48 hours depending on workload.

Do you work on acoustic and electric guitars?

Yes, we repair, setup and restore both acoustic and electric guitars as well as bass, mandolins, violins, ukuleles and bouzoukis.

Do you repair electrical issues?

Yes, we repair all electrical faults and also do complete rewiring as well as cavity sheilding.

Do you repair broken headstocks?

Yes, we repair broken headstocks. We also repair lifting bridges, broken tremolos, broken tuners and broken saddles.

Can I wait for my repair?

If the repair is something minor that will take a few minutes, then yes, otherwise we will need to keep your instrument in the workshop for the duration of the repair and we will inform you when it is ready.

Do I have to pay full price for a combination of jobs?

No, we will provide a discounted quote for a combination of jobs. For example, if you have an electrical fault and also want a full setup and restring, we will provide a combined discounted quote for all the jobs requested.

Do you send progress updates on the work carried out?

Yes we send regular pictures and videos of the work being done on your instrument via whatsapp, so you can see the progress of your repair. We also send you a video of the final setup and sound test once the repair is complete.

How many years experience do you have?

We have over 25 years of experience in guitar repair and restoration.

Do I receive a receipt for the paid work?

Yes, we always issue a receipt for all paid work and we also issue paperwork when you handover your instrument with serial numbers, make and model listed.

Do you offer pick up and drop off services?

Yes, we can collect and drop off your instrument for a small fee, within a 5 mile radius of Loughton, Essex.

FAQ Guitar Lessons

How do I book a guitar lesson?

Simply contact us via phone, whatsapp, email or through our websites form.

Do I need to own my own guitar to start lessons?

Ideally yes, but if you don't have a guitar we can advise you where to rent them or buy them from.

Do I need an amplifier during my lessons?

No you can take our lessons without an amplifier. We can teach you with an electric or acoustic guitar.

How do I set up on whatsapp or zoom for a guitar lesson?

Add our number to your contacts and send us a message. If you have a tripod to hold your phone during the lesson that would be ideal, but if not we can work around that and you can just place your your phone somewhere flat and straight. Set your camera up normally in landscape mode and do not flip the camera mode otherwise everything is mirrored and it can be confusing when we are teaching you how to play chords and scales.

Do I need to take notes?

Thats up to you, whatever you feel comforatable with. We will send you links to tabs after each lesson you can practice the songs you have learned in the lesson.

How do I pay for my lessons?

When you call to book a lesson, we will offer you whats days and times are available and when you confirm your slot we will send you a payment link or QR code to make the payment. We accept all major card payments. Slots are only reserved for 1 hour so failure to pay within that time will result in losing your slot and we will have to release it to other students.

Can I get a refund for a lessons if I need to cancel?

All bookings are non refundable but we are happy to reschedule your lesson if you need to change the time or date. Please contact us to discuss any scheduling changes.

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5.0 ★★★★★

""I had a problem with my Aria Pro ii Bass and I was very impressed by the speed and professionalism shown by John. I got the call that my Bass was ready to pickup before I even got home! All at a very reasonable price. Thanks John."

— Russell Bryant
5.0 ★★★★★

"Brilliant service. Efficient and terrific customer service! I’d recommend for anyone who needs their guitar taken care of — D Mcw

5.0 ★★★★★

"John is clearly passionate about his work! My guitar now looks and sounds great. Thanks John!

— Hayley
5.0 ★★★★★

"John provided a professional service at a fair price. He restrung my mandolin and kept me well informed throughout. Great service — highly recommended."

— Laura Blackburn
5.0 ★★★★★

"John was lovely, new guitar strings are perfect and he even dropped my guitar back for me"

— Abbie Weir
5.0 ★★★★★

"TThanks John! Great guy, went above and beyond to get my guitar sorted. She's playing as she should once again. The repair was quick and very good value. I highly recommend!"

— Ant Da Silva
5.0 ★★★★★

"John provided excellent service in repairing my bass guitar this morning. He addressed the faulty jack socket with precision and care, demonstrating true expertise and the bass is now perfect, back to its best sounding. I am very impressed with his dedication to quality work and his fair pricing."

— Marvellous Mpofu
5.0 ★★★★★

"I had just bought myself an electric guitar for Christmas and wasn’t able to restring it successfully on my own. I was very pleased to find that John was local, and from start to finish his communication and updates on the progress of the repair were excellent. My Fender felt so much better after it had been professionally set up by John, and it has really improved my confidence when playing it. I would highly recommend Guitar Repair Services to anyone. From the regular updates to the collection of the guitar, it was clear that John has extensive knowledge and a genuine passion for guitar playing and repair—something that only comes with true dedication and enthusiasm for guitars."

— Ben Meadows.
5.0 ★★★★★

"John was incredible and extremely friendly! He fixed my guitar string so quickly while I had the opportunity to sit and talk with his lovely wife. On top of that they even offered to drop me home. Honestly 10/10 service and I look forward to using him as and when I need any help. Couldn’t recommend more!"

— Soraya O
5.0 ★★★★★

"I recently took my daughter’s guitar to Loughton Guitar Repair after she accidentally broke the tremolo bar. I couldn't be happier with the experience. John was absolutely fantastic—he managed to get the repair finished in just one hour! He is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and so friendly to deal with. It’s rare to find such high-quality, efficient service these days, and he was so helpful throughout the whole process. If you need any guitar repairs in the Loughton area, I can’t recommend John highly enough. We’ll definitely be coming back if we ever need anything else. Thanks again, John!

— Dennis Morales
5.0 ★★★★★

"What a service! I would totally recommend John for all repairs, maintenance and advice. His knowledge, care and workmanship is highly recommended. He kept me up to date during the day with photos and video clips showing me the progress."

— Ian Wise
5.0 ★★★★★

"There was something unique about John's Guitar Repair Services when I came across it on my Google search and I am so happy that I followed my instincts. I did not mind that I had to go on the motorway to get there either. He brought two guitars back to life for my little girl. These guitars are of sentimental value as we have had them for eight years now - since our 'now teenage son' was 6... John did his magic to the guitars. Updated us with videos and photos while work was going on and I must say it was quick and fairly priced! But most of all, it was his friendly aura and description of work to be done on the guitars that impressed me most. I highly recommend him! Thank you very much John 😊 We appreciate hugely!"

— Chinwe Cross
5.0 ★★★★★

"I'm a newbie learning the guitar and my chord had snapped and cut me. I found loughton guitar on google and John contacted me within the day. I dropped off my guitar and he added new string and tuned it. Fantastic experience and custoner service. He even made videos and show me how to stretch the strings. It's likely I will be back for future repairs and guitar lessons. Thanks so much John!"

— Saima Jannath
5.0 ★★★★★

"Happy with the professional service for restringing my acoustic guitar. John was really prompt, responsive, and nice to chat with. He was able to provide the strings, and he sent over some pictures and video once the work was completed. He did a great job and the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend!"

— Mathieu

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Remote Guitar Lessons

Have fun learning guitar with our remote lessons, suitable for beginners and intermediate players.
We can also provide lessons for advanced players on request.

We will teach you remotely in the comfort of your own home via Zoom or WhatsApp video call
so you can learn from home.

We will provide you with a structured lesson plan and homework to help you progress quickly.
The lessons will teach you tabs and chord progressions as well as pentatonic scales.

No long theory lessons about music, we will teach you how to play the guitar in a fun and easy way.

Learn to master the fret board and play your favourite songs in no time.
We will also teach you how to read tabs and chord charts.

All payments are prepaid and we will send you a receipt for your records.
We accept all major cards and cash payments.

To book a lesson you will need to contact us and we will send you over either a QR code
or payment link to make the payment.
Payment has to be made within 1 hour of booking your lesson to secure your slot,
otherwise we will have to release the slot to other students.
We will send you a confirmation message once we have received your payment.

*Once a package has been purchased the lessons can be scheduled at a time that suits you,
we are flexible and will work around your schedule.

** No refunds on prepaid lesson packages, but we are happy to reschedule lessons
if you need to change the time or date. Please contact us to discuss any scheduling changes.
Lesson Length Price
Taster Package 30 Minute (See if its for you) £10
30 Minutes £20
60 Minutes £35
5 x 30 Minute Package £75
5 x 60 Minute Package £150

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