Guide
How Often Should a Mechanical Clock Be Serviced?
The short answer is every five to seven years for a running clock, and immediately if it has stopped and sat unused.
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Clock Care Resources
Ten plain-English guides written from what actually arrives on our bench. No fluff, no product pitches.
Guide
Why Your Grandfather Clock Stopped Running
Before assuming the worst, work through the five causes that account for most stopped tall-case clocks.
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How to Move a Grandfather Clock Safely
More tall-case clocks are damaged in moves than by decades of running. The order of operations matters.
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Fixing a Clock Chime That Is Off or Silent
Chime problems are usually timing problems, not broken parts.
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Antique vs. Modern Clocks: What Actually Holds Value
Age alone means very little. Four factors decide what a clock is worth.
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Clock Oil: What to Use and Where It Goes
Household oil is the most common cause of avoidable clock damage we see.
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Texas Humidity, Heat and Your Clock Case
North Texas swings from 20% to 80% relative humidity in a season, and wooden cases move with it.
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How to Wind a Clock Correctly
Winding is where most owners accidentally cause damage, and it takes 30 seconds to learn properly.
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What Clock Repair Costs and Why
Prices vary with the movement, not the case. Here is how estimates are actually built.
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How to Choose a Clock Repair Shop
Ask these questions before you hand over a clock that cannot be replaced.
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