(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 05, 2013 ) Birmingham MI Fred Bartholomew, owner of All Clocks Repaired warns the hobbyist against DIY grandfather clock repair. He encourages owners of these valuable antiques to hire a professional to perform the intricate work involved in repairing grandfather clocks. Fred is happy to share some basic information but he does not endorse DIY clock repair, especially with irreplaceable antiques!
Proper care and maintenance of the grandfather clock movements is vital to accurate timekeeping. With different types of grandfather clocks, and different rules that apply, fixing one can be confusing, especially with those that are over 50 years old. Antique grandfather clock repair is delicate and intricate work that should only be performed by an experienced and knowledgeable clock repair specialist.
The movements of a grandfather clock are regulated by weights that supply the power for the time and chime functions. Proper balance and alignment of these weights is vital for accurate timekeeping.
The pendulum must swing freely or the hands can freeze. Unfreezing the hands is very delicate work and great care must be taken to prevent damage. The position of the pendulum can affect the accuracy of the time. Move the pendulum up or down to adjust the clock if it is running too fast or too slow. The moon dial is another component that will cause inconsistency if it needs to be adjusted.
According to grandfather clock repair technicians one very important issue that some people are unaware of is that the clock must stand on a solid, level surface. If the platform is not level, the grandfather clock will not function properly.
Most important, do not attempt to move the grandfather clock without help from a professional! Whether sliding it across the floor a few feet, moving it to a different room, or to a different location altogether, a lot of preparation is required to prevent damage.
Unlike many large clock repair companies, Fred provides free pick-up and delivery for grandfather clocks. Fred would rather fix the clock in the customers home when possible to provide peace of mind that their treasured antiques and precious family heirlooms will not be damaged during transportation. Visit http://www.birminghamclockrepair.com/ to learn more.
About All Clocks Repaired: Fred Bartholomew began his formal clock repair training in 1971 at the Seth Thomas repair center in Dallas, Texas. He became a craftsman for the company that began in 1917. Fred has also worked as an associate of Raymond Weil who is considered to be one of the foremost clock and watch repair men in the world. From pocket watches and antique time pieces to grandfather clocks, all clock repair service is handled professionally with close attention to detail to keep time moving forward, accurately and precisely.
Contact:
All Clocks Repaired
155 Henrietta
Birmingham, MI 48009
Email: flbartholomew@gmail.com
Phone: 248-988-6509
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Fred Bartholomew
248-988-6509
flbartholomew@gmail.com
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Proper care and maintenance of the grandfather clock movements is vital to accurate timekeeping. With different types of grandfather clocks, and different rules that apply, fixing one can be confusing, especially with those that are over 50 years old. Antique grandfather clock repair is delicate and intricate work that should only be performed by an experienced and knowledgeable clock repair specialist.
The movements of a grandfather clock are regulated by weights that supply the power for the time and chime functions. Proper balance and alignment of these weights is vital for accurate timekeeping.
The pendulum must swing freely or the hands can freeze. Unfreezing the hands is very delicate work and great care must be taken to prevent damage. The position of the pendulum can affect the accuracy of the time. Move the pendulum up or down to adjust the clock if it is running too fast or too slow. The moon dial is another component that will cause inconsistency if it needs to be adjusted.
According to grandfather clock repair technicians one very important issue that some people are unaware of is that the clock must stand on a solid, level surface. If the platform is not level, the grandfather clock will not function properly.
Most important, do not attempt to move the grandfather clock without help from a professional! Whether sliding it across the floor a few feet, moving it to a different room, or to a different location altogether, a lot of preparation is required to prevent damage.
Unlike many large clock repair companies, Fred provides free pick-up and delivery for grandfather clocks. Fred would rather fix the clock in the customers home when possible to provide peace of mind that their treasured antiques and precious family heirlooms will not be damaged during transportation. Visit http://www.birminghamclockrepair.com/ to learn more.
About All Clocks Repaired: Fred Bartholomew began his formal clock repair training in 1971 at the Seth Thomas repair center in Dallas, Texas. He became a craftsman for the company that began in 1917. Fred has also worked as an associate of Raymond Weil who is considered to be one of the foremost clock and watch repair men in the world. From pocket watches and antique time pieces to grandfather clocks, all clock repair service is handled professionally with close attention to detail to keep time moving forward, accurately and precisely.
Contact:
All Clocks Repaired
155 Henrietta
Birmingham, MI 48009
Email: flbartholomew@gmail.com
Phone: 248-988-6509
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC
Fred Bartholomew
248-988-6509
flbartholomew@gmail.com
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