Services
Expert Guitar Care Delivered to You
From a quick restring to a complete overhaul — 25+ years of hands-on expertise, brought to your door anywhere in the GTA. Every guitar deserves to play its best.
On-Site Service Call: $200 flat — covers arrival and the first hour on-site, anywhere in Toronto, North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, and Richmond Hill. After the first hour, billed at $125/hr in 15-minute increments ($31.25 per 15 min). Locations further out are quoted individually. See Pricing for details.
What We Offer
Whether you play acoustic, electric, classical, or bass - a professional guitar setup makes all the difference. MrGuitar brings expert setup and repair directly to your home anywhere in Toronto and the GTA. No drop-offs, no waiting - just precision work on your schedule, performed by a guitarist who understands exactly how your instrument should feel and sound.
Full Guitar Setup
A comprehensive, hands-on optimization of your guitar from headstock to bridge. Every setup is personalized to your playing style because a guitar should feel like an extension of you, not something you're fighting against.
What's Included
- Restringing with fresh strings (your choice or my recommendation)
- String stretching and precision tuning
- Truss rod adjustment for optimal neck relief
- Action height adjustment at nut and saddle
- Intonation calibration
- Pickup height and balance adjustment
- Fret inspection, crowning, and polishing
- Hardware tightening and electronics cleaning
- Full body and neck cleaning
- Battery replacement (if applicable)
- Complete inspection and play test
Guitar Repair & Maintenance
From minor fixes to involved repairs - I diagnose the issue and get your guitar back to playing condition. Your guitar has a voice; sometimes it just needs a little help finding it again.
Light fret polishing can sometimes be done on-site. Fret leveling/crowning, heavy polishing, gluing/replacing frets, and other time-intensive fretwork is performed at the Rabbit Hole for best results.
What's Included
- Fret leveling and re-crowning
- Nut replacement or adjustment
- Saddle replacement or adjustment
- Wiring repairs and solder work
- Potentiometer and switch replacement
- Tuning machine replacement
- Bridge and tailpiece adjustment
- Humidifier installation
- Structural assessment and diagnosis
Consultation & Guidance
Expert guidance on your guitar, playing technique, instrument care, or purchase decisions. Think of it as a conversation with someone who lives and breathes this - available in-person anywhere in the GTA or virtually from anywhere.
What's Included
- In-person consultation at your location
- Virtual consultation via phone or video
- Playing technique guidance
- Instrument care and maintenance education
- Purchase advice and guitar evaluation
- Setup preference discussion
Guitar Sourcing & Brokerage
Looking for your next guitar? I help you find, evaluate, and secure the right instrument - one that fits your hands, your style, and your budget. Whether it's your first guitar or a vintage treasure hunt.
What's Included
- Needs assessment and budget discussion
- Market research and sourcing
- Physical inspection and evaluation
- Negotiation assistance
- Pre-purchase setup assessment
- Post-purchase setup included
What Clients Say
“Tyler is my absolute first choice when it comes to setup and guitar repair. I highly recommend you give him due consideration — you won't regret it!”
Alex
Parts Telecaster
Common Questions About Services
How long does a setup take?
A standard setup typically takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on the guitar's condition.
Do you work on all types of guitars?
Yes — acoustic, electric, classical, bass, 12-string, and everything in between.
What if my guitar needs more than a setup?
I'll diagnose the issue on-site and recommend the right repair. If it needs shop work, I'll bring it to the Rabbit Hole.
Do I need to provide anything?
Just a table for me to work on. I bring all the tools and supplies needed.
Not Sure What Your Guitar Needs?
Tell me about your guitar and I'll recommend the right service — honest guidance from someone who cares about your instrument as much as you do.