NoVA Guitar Setups
Guitar Repair, Maintenance & Modifications
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Member of The Guild Of American Luthiers
ABOUT US
We fix guitars so that you can play your best.
Hi I am Eric, I believe that business is ones ability to make an impact on the community in which he lives. I look forward to doing my best work for you.
I designed NoVA Guitar Setups to be home-based. I wanted to offer better service and faster turnaround times than what was normal in the industry. Now, you can get professional quality work and personalized service faster and easier than ever before.
Kind regards,
Eric Petrus
Owner /Operator NoVA Guitar Setups
REVIEWS
GUITAR REPAIR SERVICES
13 Point Electric Setup (Non Floyd Rose)
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument. Properly sets the neck relief, guitar action and intonation. General maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning and fretboard oil are standard.
13 Point Floyd Rose Setup
Levels the bridge and sets the tuning. Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument. Sets the neck relief, guitar action and intonation. General maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning and fretboard oil are standard.
13 Point Bass Setup
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument. Sets the neck relief, guitar action and intonation. General maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing, electronic cleaning and fretboard oil are standard.
Acoustic Setup
Ensures the optimum playability of the instrument. Sets the neck relief and guitar action. Maintenance safeguards the value of the instrument and identifies any issues. Fret polishing and fretboard oil are standard.
Nut Replacement (Tusq)
Improves tone and tuning stability. Corrects string height. Graphtec "Tusq" nuts are made of synthetic ivory which self lubricates. Excellent upgrade for guitars having trouble staying in tune. #1 upgrade for Squier, Epiphone, PRS SE, etc.
Fret Dressing (Level, Crown and Polish) Includes Setup.
Levels the frets under neck tension. After leveling, the frets are crowned and polished. This is great for buzzy guitars with high/low frets. Excellent upgrade for inexpensive guitars. Includes a setup. Requires a change of strings.
Electronics
Replace, upgrade or fix existing electronics. Output jacks, pickups, potentiometers, switches.
Sharp Fret Ends
Files away the sharp edges of the frets. Makes for a more comfortable feel. Includes beveling if needed.
Tuner Swap with Drilling or Direct Replacement
Copper Foil Shielding
Reduces hum from outside sources in single coil guitars.
Guitar Builds and Restoration
Build completions or consultations. If there is part of the build you're not comfortable with, drop it off and I'll finish it up for you.
Paint Touch Ups & Body Work/ Acoustic Crack Repair
Fills in dings and dents, touches up paint work. Seals cracks and prevents future cracking and separation. Safeguards the life and value of the instrument.
Stringjoy Handmade Electric Guitar Strings
SJ Broadway pure nickel: $14.90 (Customer favorite)
SJ Signature nickel wrapped: $12.80
SJ Foxwood Coated acoustic strings: $19.00 (Similar to Elixir but much better)
Martin Acoustic 12's: $8
Some Bass strings available.
Complete Guitar Builds
Custom Nut Filing from scratch (example Custom Shop Fender) $100
Fixes high E or Low E slip off.
GALLERY
CONTACT
To schedule a service, call, text, email or fill out this form.
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OUR ADDRESS
7919 Treeside Ct
Springfield, VA, 22152
OPENING HOURS
Let me know (via text or email) about when you would like to stop by. Here is a general guideline for times.
Mon - Fri: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-10am or 1pm-5pm
Sunday: 9am-3pm
