Expert Piano Technician
Piano Tuning · Regulation · Cleaning
San Diego and Santa Cruz County
I offer professional piano tuning, repairs, and maintenance to keep your instrument in top condition for any skill level. The service ensures a reliable, beautiful sound that inspires daily playing and makes your piano a pleasure to use.
A musician’s ear, thoughtful work, and straightforward communication.
Unlock Your Piano’s True Potential with Professional Maintenance!
Before & After
Hear the Difference
Two recordings from the same piano; one before tuning, one after.
Before
After
Before
⚠️ Note: the sustain pedal wasn’t working on this piano.
After
Before
After
Services
What I Offer
Every instrument is different. I begin by listening to your concerns and assessing what the piano actually needs.
01
Standard Piano Tuning
Careful adjustment of the strings to improve pitch, balance, clarity, and consistency across the keyboard.
- Overall pitch assessment
- Keyboard-wide adjustment
- Final playing and listening check
02
Light Regulation
Attention to accessible playing components when keys feel sticky, uneven, slow, or uncomfortable.
- Sticky or sluggish key assessment
- Uneven response
- Basic playability improvements
03
Piano Cleaning
Detail-oriented cleaning to reduce dust and debris and freshen the appearance of the instrument.
- Exterior dusting and polishing
- Cleaning around the keys
- Accessible interior dust removal
Pricing
Regular Tuning
$200
For pianos that are regularly maintained and tuned.
- ✓ Full piano tuning
★ Most Popular
Standard Appointment
$270
- Full piano tuning
- Interior & exterior cleaning
- Regulation adjustments as needed
- Pitch raise if needed
The Person Behind the Work
Piano has always been part of my life
I have performed as a pianist and keyboardist in bands, concerts, neighborhood events, restaurants, and community spaces. Those experiences taught me to notice the details that change how an instrument feels and speaks.
I have completed the APEX Piano Technician course and am a certified piano technician through it.
My studies in electronic music at UC Santa Cruz further developed my understanding of pitch, harmony, acoustics, and critical listening. I bring that musical background to every piano I work with.
Lifelong
Pianist
UCSC
Electronic Music
Endorsements
What Clients Are Saying
★★★★★
“Liam did a great job tuning our old piano. Thank you!”
— Bill Carrasco (Google Review)
★★★★★
“Liam spent almost 2 hours tuning and repairing my son’s piano. He did a great job!! I highly recommend.”
— Melissa Moeller
★★★★★
“He is remarkable! He tuned ours — which we were told by another company it could never be tuned — Liam came over and tuned it beautifully. I highly recommend!”
— Lisa Thomas
Common Questions
Before your appointment
How often should a piano be tuned?
Most pianos benefit from tuning twice a year. If your piano is new, recently moved, or hasn’t been tuned in several years, more frequent visits may be needed to bring it back to pitch.
What does regulation help with?
Regulation addresses the mechanical action of the piano — how the keys feel and respond when played. It can improve evenness, reduce sticking keys, and restore a more consistent touch across the keyboard.
What if I do not know my piano’s history?
That’s completely fine. I’ll assess the instrument during the appointment. Knowing the general age or brand is helpful but not required — I’ll let you know what I find.
Is my requested date automatically confirmed?
No — I’ll follow up to confirm availability after reviewing your request. Dates are not reserved until we’ve been in touch directly.
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