Bagpipe Maintenance & Servicing
Whether your pipes need a full service or just a quick tune-up, you can trust our expert team to take care of them with the skill and attention they deserve.
Our In-House Service
We offer professional bagpipe maintenance from £30 per hour. Every service includes:
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A comprehensive inspection for cracks, wear, and damage
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Oiling of drones and stocks to help prevent drying or cracking
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Polishing of silver and other metal fittings
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Fitting and tying-in of new pipe bags (synthetic or skin), including full airtightness testing
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Installation of moisture control systems of any type
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Fitting of new bag covers and drone cords
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Setting up and balancing drone and chanter reeds, ensuring your pipes sound their absolute best
Most servicing appointments take between 1-3 hours. If we expect the work to take longer, we’ll contact you before proceeding to discuss the scope and cost of restoration.
Replacement Parts
Before we begin your service, we’ll confirm whether you would like us to replace any parts such as reeds, pipe bags, or cases. The cost of these parts will be added to your total.
If we discover any additional work or replacement parts are needed during the service, we’ll always contact you for approval before continuing.
Please note that if you choose not to proceed with additional work, or decide to halt the service, you will still be responsible for the cost of any parts already used and labour already carried out.
Care & Security
Once your pipes are received, they are stored safely in a secure, locked area for the duration of their time with us.
When collecting your pipes after servicing, please bring a valid form of photo identification for verification.
Uncollected Instruments
If an instrument remains uncollected and unpaid 90 days after completion, we reserve the right to sell the instrument to recover the outstanding balance.
Get in Touch
To discuss your requirements or book your service, please contact us:
📞 0141 353 0220
✉️ shop@thepipingcentre.co.uk