Service fees
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Single- and two-train (time and strike) clocks and two weight cuckoos. These clocks have one or two winding holes. $350. Add $32.50 for alarm mechanisms.
French clocks. French clocks are typically made to more precise tolerances and have finer components that require greater care in handling the than American made clocks of the same vintage. $450 Three-train wall and mantle clocks that play Westminster chimes on the quarter hours and three weight cuckoos. These clocks will have three winding holes or three weights. $450 Seth Thomas three-train mantel clocks. Model numbers 120 and 124 and New Haven Chiming clocks. These movements were first produced in 1921 and continued into the depression. They are among the most complicated clocks of their day. $525 Single-chime grandfather clocks. These clocks usually have three weights that hang on chains and play westminster chime on the quarter hours. $450 Triple-chime grandfather and mantel clocks. These clocks have three weights or three winding holes and allow for a selection of three different melodies to play on the quarter hours. $495 (auto-night shut-off add $100) Five-tube floor clocks. Tube clocks have two- or three weights and play westminster chime on the quarter hours on tubular bells instead of solid rods. $1495 Eight- or nine-tube floor clocks. Triple-chime, three-weight tubular bell clocks. $1995 Grandfather clock house call. A house call is when a floor clock needs evaluated, set-up, or adjusted, but not cleaned. This includes packing up the clock for service in the shop or returning the clock from service and set up in the case. This also includes estimate for movement replacement and packing the clock to take back to the shop to replace the movement. Ultrasonic cleaning and overhaul can only be accomplished in the shop. $125 NO WARRANTY. Grandfather clock in home routine maintenance service. For this service I take the movement out of the case and flood the bearing surfaces to flushout the dirt. I then clean the movement without taking it completely apart. The movement is then inspected, lubricated , and tested. This works well to extend the working life of the clock. $200 NO WARRANTY. Pick up or deliver a grandfather clock for service. You have the option to remove the movement from your clock and bring it to the shop along with the weights and pendulum for service. The total charge for pickup and delivery is $150. This is due when I pick up the clock. Pick up or deliver a wall or mantle clock. $25 Lubricate wall or mantle clock. Mechanical clocks need to be lubricated every two years. This may be done in the home, depending on the type of clock. $125 NO WARRANTY. Airguide and ship's bell clocks. Typically time and strike clocks. Some with the unique ship's bell striking sequence. Includes disassembly and cleaning of platform escapement. Parts and shipping extra. $550 Platform Escapement Service. Complete disassembly and cleaning platform escapement. Parts extra. $300 Lubricate grandfather clock. Floor clock mechanisms need lubricated every two years. This is done in the home. $200 Casework, or fabrication of parts.$100/hr Appraisals.$100/clock. Cleaning solution disposal charge. Clocks that have been saturated with oil, sprayed with WD-40, sprayed with silicone, or exposed to smoke foul the cleaning solution and require disposal of the solution. $25.00 Rust removal. Badly rusted parts that need to have the oxidation removed in order for the part to function correctly will incur an additional fee for rust removal and waste disposal. Rebuild cuckoo music movement. Many of these old cuckoo musical movements get little or no attention until they quit functioning altogether- even when the main movement is serviced. We completely disassemble the music movement and treat it as another clockworks movement. Which, in fact, it really is. $100 *note: parts, shipping and tax (if applicable) not included in above pricing. The prices above are for most clocks of the types listed. Some clocks that require more than average work including extra cleaning because of spray lubricants will cost more to repair. Clocks that have had poor repair work in the past, and must have previous repair work corrected, will be charged my hourly rate for the remedial work, plus the normal price. All prices are subject to change without notification.
*A word about lubrication.
Proper lubricaton ensures that a mechanical clock will continue to perform well. There is no such thing as a universal lubricant. In fact, there is a whole field of scientific study called tribology which is dedicated to the study of friction and lubrication. Professional scientists have developed lubricants specifically for use in clock mechanisms. Household lubricants such as 3-in-1 oil and WD40 are the bane of clockmakers, as they are difficult to remove and cause damage to delicate clock parts and finishes. In addition, too much or too little of even the right kind of lubrication can cause problems for your clock. At the Cottage Clock Shop, I make sure your clock receives the proper amount and kind of lubrication exactly where needed. |
Is your clock like one of these?The slideshow above represents some of the many types of clocks I repair.
What's included in clock serviceSome clock repairers try to do the minimum possible when servicing a clock. I take a different approach.
I treat every clock that comes into my shop with the utmost care. Each clock that I overhaul receives a complete service, sometimes referred to as a rebuild. The list below details what is included in a complete service.
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I accept the following forms of payment:
- Cash
- Check
- Major Credit/Debit Cards
Payment is expected upon completion of work. A deposit may be required before ordering some parts. Parts ordered for specific clocks cannot be returned.
I reserve the right to make photos of clocks in my shop for my own use. From time to time, I use these photos for illustration in a power point presentation or a web post. Of course, I never reveal the location of the clock or the name of the owner. If you would like to have credit for your clock, just let me know.
Steve
Steve