Full & partial refret

Replace worn frets when they can no longer be levelled and shaped.

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Repair prices.

Reviewed October 2026. Parts, materials and setup are extra unless noted.

Partial refret — 3 to 12 frets

$35–$40 per fret depending on binding; range covers 3–12 frets. Setup and materials are additional.

$105–$480 CAD

Standard full refret

$520–$575 CAD

Bound fingerboard refret

$575–$650 CAD

Maple fingerboard — clear / satin finish

$625–$725 CAD

Maple fingerboard — tinted / gloss finish

$725–$850 CAD

Rickenbacker finished fingerboard with wood fill

$800–$950 CAD

Setup, fretwire and other materials are additional. Stainless-steel fretwork adds $115 in labour. Finish work is included only where specified in the quote.

When this repair helps.

Frets too low or worn for another dress
Deep grooves across heavily played positions
A partial area of damaged or loose fretwire

What’s included.

Fingerboard, binding and finish assessment
Fretwire and material recommendation
Removal, preparation, installation and finishing