Fix cracked key bodies, chipped key tops, silent keys and non-returning keys · From S$60 per key · All brands · Islandwide
A broken, silent or non-returning piano key is a fixable fault. Piano Repair Singapore diagnoses and repairs all types of key damage for upright and grand pianos of all brands, islandwide. Before any work begins, we identify the exact cause — because a key that appears broken may have a problem in the action mechanism rather than the key itself.
Broken key repair costs from S$60–S$150 per key. Full key covering replacement (chipped or yellowed key tops) costs S$350–S$600 for a full set.
Problem
Key is cracked or snapped — broken key body, key feels unstable or wobbly when pressed
Fix
Minor cracks glued and reinforced; severely broken keys replaced with new key blank matched to existing keyboard layout
Problem
Key top chipped, cracked or missing — white key has a broken corner or black key top is cracked
Fix
Replace chipped key top covering with matched ivorite or plastic; or re-cover full octave section for seamless appearance
Problem
Key goes down but makes no sound — key moves but note is silent
Fix
Diagnose whether cause is broken string, detached hammer, failed wippen or stuck damper — then repair the specific component
Problem
Key goes down but does not return — stays in the depressed position
Fix
Check action spring, key balance rail bushing and key guide; replace worn or missing return spring; re-bush balance hole if swollen
| Repair Type | Cost (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Key crack repair / gluing (per key) | S$40–S$80 |
| Key body replacement (new blank, per key) | S$80–S$150 |
| Key top covering — single white key | S$30–S$60 |
| Key top covering — section (one octave) | S$150–S$300 |
| Full white key covering — upright piano | S$350–S$600 |
| Silent key diagnosis & repair | S$60–S$150 (component dependent) |
Final quote after inspection. A silent key may indicate an action or string fault — diagnosed before repair begins.
Send us a photo of the key via WhatsApp — we'll advise the repair approach and cost before any visit.
Key body crack repair costs S$40–S$80 per key. Replacing a broken key blank costs S$80–S$150 per key. Key top covering replacement for a single key costs S$30–S$60. A full set of white key coverings (52 keys) costs S$350–S$600 for an upright piano. A silent key repair depends on the underlying cause — string, action or hammer faults are quoted separately.
Yes. Minor cracks in the wooden key body can be glued with appropriate adhesive and reinforced. The key will function normally after repair. Severely broken keys (snapped in half or with large chunks missing) may require replacement with a new key blank. Chipped or broken key top coverings (the white or black surface layer) can be replaced independently of the key body.
A key that moves but produces no sound is usually caused by a fault in the action mechanism or strings — not necessarily the key itself. Common causes include: a broken string (the key mechanism works but there is nothing to vibrate), a disconnected hammer (the wippen has separated from the action), a failed action spring, or a stuck damper that stays on the string. We diagnose the exact cause before recommending any repair.
Yes. Chipped, cracked or missing key tops can be replaced with matched ivorite (modern ivory substitute), plastic or, on older instruments, genuine vintage ivory where available and legally sourced. For the most seamless result, we typically re-cover an entire section (one or two octaves) rather than a single key, so the colour and texture match closely. A full re-covering of all 52 white keys is also available.
WhatsApp us a photo of the key — we'll advise the repair approach and quote before any visit.