[pianotech] Pressure ridges

[Mike Spalding]

Communication is the key.  Make your new observations known to them, in 
writing.  It's been several years since you quoted, so it's 
understandable that the condition of the piano has changed.  Make it 
clear what the potential is for future degradation of the soundboard, 
give them options to repair the ridge or replace the board (or do 
nothing, as the eventual crack will not be the end of the world).  The 
observations and recommendations can be yours, but the decision of what 
to do must be theirs.

good luck

Mike

Marcel Carey wrote:
> Hi,
> I quoted to repin and restring a C-7 a few years back at a college 
> nearby. Now they want me to do it next summer. I serviced the piano 
> yesterday and noticed an impressive pressure ridge that runs in front 
> of the treble bridge from the tail to the treble end.
> Now what annoys me is that I'm afraid that after restringing what if 
> the ridge cracks open? The piano is about 20 some years old in a 
> college situation with a Dampp Chaser installed, but not always 
> plugged in... Would there be anything that I could do once the strings 
> are off to get rid of this ridge, should I stay away from this job? 
> I'm not sure I could sell a new board (no money-no candy). Maybe some 
> of you could give me your thoughts on this.
> Thanks,
> Marcel Carey, Sherbrooke, QC
>
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