JR's Custom ShopTorrance Guitar Repair
Public labor prices matched to JR Custom Guitar repair pricing. Use the dropdowns for a rough labor estimate, then book an inspection to confirm the final scope.
Prices are labor starting points and do not include strings, parts, unusual damage, seized hardware, finish work, or major retrofitting unless noted. Final pricing is confirmed after the instrument is inspected at the bench.
Every completed service includes a take-home record of the work performed, setup measurements, repair notes, parts or materials used when applicable, and care recommendations for the instrument.
Playability work: strings, relief, action, intonation, cleaning, and bridge balance.
New strings supplied by the customer, fretboard cleaning and conditioning, truss rod adjustment, tremolo adjustment to preference, lubrication at string contact points, precision intonation, action adjustment, electronics cleaning, and body/fretboard cleaning and polish.
Does not include strings or parts. NL means non-locking. Bass string-count choices are intended for 4, 5, and 6 string basses.
Includes everything in the Standard Setup plus fret leveling under string tension, fret re-crowning, fret end rounding, high-polish fret finish, and a complete detail cleaning and polish.
Does not include strings or parts.
Restring, fretboard wipe/condition as appropriate, light cleaning, stretch, tune, and quick playability check.
Strings are separate unless supplied by the customer.
Fret repairs require accurate setup geometry. Level and refret pricing assumes non-cosmetic work.
Smooth sharp fret ends and minor edge discomfort.
Level, re-crown, and polish the frets. Setup is required afterward.
Localized high-fret correction when a full level is not needed.
Requires setup after fret correction.
Replace all frets. Refrets include fingerboard leveling where appropriate; setup is required.
Full refrets include full setup service. New nut may be required depending on fret size.
Glue loose frets or replace individual damaged frets.
Setup may be required depending on the repair.
Nut and saddle work is fit to the instrument. Final playability depends on setup after the part is installed.
Install and fit a replacement nut. Setup is required for final slot height and performance.
Add setup. Lacquered-over nuts are removed as carefully as possible; finish touch-up is separate.
Fit a new acoustic saddle or correct saddle height/shape.
Material and setup are separate unless quoted together.
Noise, no output, weak signal, switching problems, pickup installs, and custom wiring.
Diagnose and repair jacks, pots, switches, pickups, grounds, and intermittent signal problems.
Parts are separate. Complex troubleshooting is billed by estimate.
Install electric or acoustic pickups and verify output, phase, and control function.
Some pickup installs require a restring or setup depending on the instrument.
Install or repair common guitar hardware including bridges, tuners, strap buttons, tremolo blocks, and pickguards.
Parts are separate.
Picture verification, vintage documentation, provenance notes, repair-process booklets, and certificate packets.
Photograph and document serial numbers, neck dates, body cavities, electronics, hardware, factory markings, condition notes, and repair history into a color documentation booklet with Certificate of Authenticity when appropriate.
Includes a color booklet documenting the verification and/or repair process. Scope depends on how much disassembly, photo documentation, historical lookup, and COA preparation is needed.
Acoustic structure, headstock breaks, bridge reglues, tuners, hardware, and custom repair work.
Remove and reglue a lifting acoustic bridge.
A new saddle or setup may be needed after bridge work.
Repair acoustic cracks, loose braces, and internal structure.
Finish touch-up is separate unless included in the estimate.
Headstock breaks, neck resets, tuner work, and neck pocket repairs.
Severe breaks, missing wood, finish work, and vintage instruments require inspection.
Mods, unusual repairs, templates, routing, restoration planning, and custom fabrication.
Mobile setup service for studios and high-end collections.
Setup service is billed at the same labor price as in-shop work. Travel is $0.65 per mile from Torrance, CA and will be confirmed before booking.
Describe the symptoms and the recommendation tool will point you toward a likely repair path.
This is a starting point, not a final diagnosis. Final pricing depends on an in-shop inspection.
Your recommendation will appear here with the likely service and starting price.
Send a few details about the guitar and the repair you have in mind. Landline / voice: 424-271-7501. Message / text: 310-926-1267.
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