Complete fret dress
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Fretwork.
Less buzz. Smoother frets. Cleaner notes.
Get an EstimateWhat we do.
Worn or uneven frets can cause buzzing and make playing harder. We level, smooth or replace them as needed.
Services & prices.
Guitar labour prices in CAD. Parts and strings may cost extra. We confirm the price after inspection.
Smooth and level worn or uneven frets to reduce buzzing and improve feel.
Setup is additional unless the written quote says otherwise.
Minimum fret dress / localized level
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Tag fret dress with re-crown
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Heat press
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Outcome cannot be guaranteed.
Glue and re-seat frets
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Small localized area; extensive work is quoted.
Dress fret ends
Acoustic guitar · Electric guitar · Classical guitar · Locking-tremolo guitar · 12-string guitar
Replace worn frets when they can no longer be levelled and shaped.
Setup, fretwire and other materials are additional. Stainless-steel fretwork adds $115 in labour. Finish work is included only where specified in the quote.
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.
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