Schaeffer's Piano

Piano Tuning, Piano Movers, Musical Instrument Repair,

About us

Additional fax - (301) 424-4666. Additional e-mail - cschaeffer@earthlink.net. Family owned & operated. Financing available. Free estimate with piano tuning.

Business highlights

123 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

New and used pianos, restoration & repair.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.717 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
0%
3
6%
2
6%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.5
Showing 1-17 of 17 reviews

Rachelle S.
12/2018
5.0
piano tuning, musical instrument repair
  + 0 more
Fine job. Very pleased with results.
Description of Work: Action regulated

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ranjini I.
12/2018
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
The piano technician was very friendly and punctual (to the minute). He tuned a piano that we recently acquired from a family member. The piano had not been tuned in years so we knew this was going to take some work. The technician did a great job of giving the piano an initial tuning and recommended additional work on the keys at a later date, which seems reasonable considering the time passed since the last tuning. He even went the extra step of calling his office to date the piano since it is an antique. I appreciated that a lot.
Description of Work: Had an old piano tuned.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Barbara B.
10/2018
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
It went great! It took three visits because the piano needed lubricating before it could be tuned and there was no additional charge. We are thoroughly satisfied and would most definitely use them again!!
Description of Work: The piano needed tuning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lawrence O.
07/2018
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
The piano needed tuning badly. The technician arrived on time, tuned the piano, and recommended that the next tuning be done by a specialist within his organization to refine some of the piano movements in the upper register.
Description of Work: Tuned Baldwin grand piano

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Susan M.
09/2017
5.0
piano moving
  + -1 more
Working with Schaeffer's Piano was a pleasure from beginning to end. Scheduling was easy, the techs were really professional and on time. They worked hard, were knowledgeable and friendly. The move went without a problem.
Description of Work: Moving a grand piano to our new home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Susan M.
09/2017
5.0
piano moving
  + -1 more
The movers were extremely professional and friendly. They did a great job!
Description of Work: Moving a grand piano across town.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda S.
07/2017
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
Tuning work executed in a professional and efficient manner. Jeff did a great job and was a pleasure to chat with.
Description of Work: Piano needed tuning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

jason P.
05/2017
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
Friendly and professional
Description of Work: piano tuning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Nancie K.
05/2017
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
Very well, piano tuner was professional and competent
Description of Work: Piano tuning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Michael D.
03/2017
5.0
piano tuning, piano moving
  + 0 more
It went very well. Very clean, very quick. He has tuned it a few times in between as well, and they've always been excellent. Always on time as well!
Description of Work: He first moved a piano for me in 2002, and it went so well that I hired him again July of 2016 when I moved to New York. He moved it from my house to my daughter's house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael P.
03/2017
5.0
piano moving
  + -1 more
It was wonderful! They were extremely professional. They overcame adversarial circumstances, steps. They were on time, clean. They were perfect! They set the piano up, were congenial. They were 100% professional! I am a professional pianist and have been playing for 40 years and know what a good piano sounds like!
Description of Work: They moved my piano and tuned it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

John S.
03/2017
5.0
piano tuning, piano moving
  + 0 more
Very good he is a professional guy. He was on time took care of business.
Description of Work: He came to my home and moved my piano into my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Allan R.
12/2012
2.0
piano tuning, musical instrument repair
  + 0 more
After one month I called to check on status. Parts had not been received and main tech on vacation. No date given for when work would be completed. Steinway can ship these parts within days. Understanding that I was not satisfied with this breach of promise and waste of over a month of my time, the owner offered to refund my deposit and return the action. Still waiting for the refund of my deposit and may have to contact my Visa card company for action.
Description of Work: Contracted to replace hammers on a Steinway grand with Steinway parts. 50% deposit made. Promised completion in one month.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$2,000

Response from Schaeffer's Piano
Customer was told that parts may take up to 60 days to come in. At the same time, we were servicing the Embassy of Peru's Steinway, and Georgetown University's Chapel's Steinway. Parts were ordered at the same time for ALL Steinway pianos (appx. $18,000 worth) from Steinway, and customer was upset that it took too long to receive parts. We agreed to disagree, and returned [member name removed] piano action (which he received) and credited his $2,000 toward his credit card. Apparently, the credit card company took a long time to credit his card (which we feel prompted this review from him), but as of this writing we know he has long received his money. When we have to order parts from Steinway, we know it takes a long time to do so. Notwithstanding, we initially told customer that it may take up to 2 months. We would much rather have done the job and have a happy customer, but there's nothing we can do if the parts had not come in yet. Besides, when a customer calls in and demands that we do something about servicing his keyboard action regardless of the disposition of the ordering of the parts, and proceeds to bombast an innocent employee with disparaging remarks, made it very simple to politely return his action and refund his money; which is what we did. There is nothing we can do but to politely inform the customer that the parts have NOT come in, and we will oblige him to the best of our ability if he cannot wait for said parts to come in. We are happy to be able to offer our side of the story here too. Thank you.

Peter C.
12/2011
3.0
piano moving
  + -1 more
Bare bones operation. Basically two guys willing to lift pianos and a truck. They were 1/2 day late. No calls. Had no paperwork. No plan or equipment other than brute force. That said, the two movers were courteous, and got it done without any significant issues. A felt backing to underside of piano was torn from one leg when sliding it into place on a carpeted surface. Not a significant issue.
Description of Work: Guys drive to location A. Pick up piano from private home and load into truck. Drive across town. Drop off piano at location B.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

MONICA B.
06/2011
5.0
piano tuning
  + -1 more
They sell pianos and they also offer piano tuning. Sometimes you get a free piano tuning out of the deal. You can sign up for regular tuning with them after the purchase. I have had the tuner guy come out several times. He is very punctual. He comes to my house and tunes the piano really well. He gives me a lot of information. He talks quite a bit, but he does a good job. It’s fun to hear him play. He is very good at what he does. He is a conversationalist. I spent about $140 to $150 for the last service. It was the recommended standard service. There was definitely nothing extra. I don’t believe there is any discount version. I haven’t done any comparison shopping on the price.
Description of Work: I use the services of Schaffer's Piano Co for piano tuning and their last visit to my house was less than a month ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Ertan E.
05/2011
5.0
piano tuning, piano moving
  + 0 more
People with Schaeffer’s Piano Company are very knowledgeable. Their knowledge is very well rounded. My piano was made by my grandfather. Only two were made and the people from Schaeffer’s Piano Company seemed to be very familiar with it. They did the appraisal on it for me. They have also stored my piano when I was overseas. However, I think that they stopped storing pianos couple of years ago. The people that come out to my home are always very pleasant. I would use them again in the future if required.
Description of Work: I use Schaeffer’s Piano Company for piano tuning. I last used them to store and move my piano about a couple of years ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LAURA BIVANS B.
09/2005
5.0
piano moving
  + -1 more
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS. RICK SCHAFFER IS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE YOU EVER WILL MEET. HE IS EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HELPFUL. THE ENTIRE STAFF WAS GREAT.
Description of Work: THEY DO JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING FOR PIANOS. THEY REFINSIH, TUNE, REBUILD AND MOVE. THE PEOPLE ARE FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. THE WORK BEAUTIFULLY DONE. THIS COST WAS FOR REFURBISHING A STEINWAY 1925 PIANO.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

    Contact information

    105 n stonestreet ave, Rockville, MD 20850

    http://www.schaefferspiano.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Monday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Piano Tuning,
    Piano Movers,
    Musical Instrument Repair,
    Music Instruction,
    Rentals - Equipment

    FAQ

    Schaeffer's Piano is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Schaeffer's Piano accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Schaeffer's Piano does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Schaeffer's Piano does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Schaeffer's Piano does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Schaeffer's Piano does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Schaeffer's Piano offers warranties.
    Schaeffer's Piano offers the following services: New and used pianos, restoration & repair.

    Contact information

    105 n stonestreet ave, Rockville, MD 20850

    http://www.schaefferspiano.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Monday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM