GUITAR REPAIR IN ALTOONA
If your guitar isn’t playing, sounding, or behaving the way it should, the first step isn’t guessing it’s a careful inspection.
The Altoona Guitar Co. is a one-person luthier shop focused on inspection-first guitar repair.
I take on a limited number of instruments so I can evaluate them carefully, explain findings clearly, and do the work properly.
Careful diagnosis. Clear explanations. Quality repair work.
Send a message anytime. Include the guitar, what's going on, and any photos (if you have them).
How repair works here
Every guitar starts with a bench inspection.
Before recommending any repairs, I evaluate the instrument’s structure, playability, and electronics (when applicable). The goal is to identify root causes, not just symptoms. We don't want to perform any unnecessary work or have surprises later.
This information is documented so you can decide how to proceed before any work begins.
You’ll get a clear explanation of:
What I found
What repairs I recommend
Reasonable alternatives, if any
Risks and tradeoffs
Estimated costs (see an example)
COMMON REPAIR WORK
Setups & playability
Fresh strings. Neck relief. Comfortable action. A clean guitar.
Electronics repair
Flaky switches, buzzing, dead jacks, pickup changes.
Acoustic guitar repair
Lifting bridges, sinking sound holes, neck resets, loose braces, pickup installation.
Troubleshooting/Other problems
Doesn't sound/play right? Can't explain it? Just text me and describe what you're experiencing.
READY TO GET STARTED?
It's as easy as sending a text message.
Send a message to the number below, any time. Include your name, your guitar type, issue(s), and any photos you can include. I'll personally respond and talk you through any next steps.