Chime Tuning
Grandfather, Mantle & Wall Clocks
Expert chime tuning and repair services for grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, and wall clocks. We restore the beautiful melodies of Westminster, Whittington, and St. Michael chimes.
Professional Chime Tuning Workshop
Expert restoration of chime mechanisms and harmony
Chime Melodies We Service
Westminster Chimes
The classic four-note sequence that sounds every quarter hour with full melody on the hour
- Big Ben melody
- Quarter hour progression
- Full hour sequence
- Traditional harmony
Whittington Chimes
Elegant eight-note melody offering a sophisticated alternative to Westminster
- Eight-note sequence
- Refined melody
- Quarter hour chimes
- European tradition
St. Michael Chimes
Beautiful triple-chime option with distinctive melodic pattern
- Triple chime system
- Unique melody
- Complex harmony
- Rare configuration
Common Chime Problems We Fix
Silent Chimes
Chimes that have stopped working completely or sound weak
- Hammer adjustment
- Rod alignment
- Mechanism lubrication
- Spring tension repair
Wrong Time Chiming
Chimes that sound at incorrect times or wrong number of strikes
- Count wheel adjustment
- Rack and snail repair
- Timing mechanism calibration
- Gear train alignment
Off-Key Chimes
Chimes that sound flat, sharp, or discordant
- Rod tuning
- Hammer positioning
- Resonance adjustment
- Harmonic calibration
Irregular Chiming
Inconsistent chiming patterns or random chime sounds
- Escapement regulation
- Pendulum adjustment
- Weight cable inspection
- Movement cleaning
Our Professional Tuning Process
Audio Analysis
Listen and analyze current chime performance and timing
Mechanism Inspection
Examine hammers, rods, and chiming mechanism components
Precision Adjustment
Fine-tune hammer positions and rod alignment for perfect tone
Timing Calibration
Synchronize chime timing with clock movement and time display
Final Testing
Complete testing cycle to ensure perfect chiming performance
Chime Maintenance Tips
Do:
- Keep chime rods clean and dust-free
- Allow chimes to complete their sequence
- Maintain consistent room temperature
- Schedule regular professional maintenance
Don't:
- Touch or adjust chime rods yourself
- Force the chime mechanism if it stops
- Use cleaning products on chime components
- Attempt to tune chimes without expertise
Restore Your Clock's Beautiful Chimes
Bring back the melodious chimes that make your timepiece special. Contact us for expert chime tuning and repair services.