Partial refret — 3 to 12 frets
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
$35–$40 per fret depending on binding; range covers 3–12 frets. Setup and materials are additional.
Full & partial refret
Replace worn frets when they can no longer be levelled and shaped.
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Reviewed October 2026. Parts, materials and setup are extra unless noted.
Standard full refret
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Bound fingerboard refret
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Maple fingerboard — clear / satin finish
Maple fingerboard — tinted / gloss finish
Rickenbacker finished fingerboard with wood fill
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