Business Details
Trusted Piano Rebuilding & Sales in Yorktown Heights
Ford Piano is a fourth-generation piano rebuilding factory founded in 1897 by Hungarian immigrant John C. Fekete. Specializing in comprehensive piano restoration, we replace critical components such as tuning pinblocks, sounding boards, and actions while preserving the instrument's structural integrity. Our services extend to piano sales, moving, refinishing, voicing, and appraisals, serving clients across the New York Tri-State area. With over a century of combined experience, our skilled technicians deliver meticulous craftsmanship for grand and upright pianos. We maintain a fleet of trained movers and specialized equipment to ensure safe transportation nationwide.Our showroom in Yorktown Heights features reconditioned and new pianos, including prestigious brands like Steinway, Baldwin, and Yamaha. Committed to preserving musical heritage, we combine traditional techniques with modern technology, such as electronic player installations. Our facility accommodates factory tours, and we provide detailed rebuilding consultations to help clients assess their piano's value. Operating seven days a week with flexible appointment options, Ford Piano remains a trusted name in piano care and restoration.
Services
Piano Rebuilding
Piano Moving
Piano Rentals
Piano Appraisals
Piano Voicing
Piano Refinishing
Electronic Players
Tuning Services
Factory Tours
Concert Rentals
Highlights and features
- We offer fourth-generation expertise in piano restoration since 1897
- Our factory-trained technicians handle complete piano rebuilds with precision
- Nationwide piano moving service with specialized equipment
- We provide transparent rebuilding consultations and value assessments
- Our inventory includes premium reconditioned Steinway and Baldwin pianos
What people say
Expert craftsmanship
Nationwide moving
Fourth-generation expertise
Premium restorations
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Piano Rebuilding
Our comprehensive piano rebuilding process restores instruments to like-new condition through replacement of critical components like tuning pinblocks and sounding boards. We reset string downbearing for optimal tonal quality while preserving original craftsmanship. This meticulous restoration extends the life of premium American grand pianos like Steinway and Baldwin.
Piano Moving
We provide secure piano transportation using specialized equipment and trained professionals. Our service covers local moves within Westchester and nationwide deliveries. Uprights and grand pianos receive customized protection during transit to prevent damage to delicate components and finishes.
Piano Appraisals
Certified technicians evaluate pianos across the Tri-State area, providing detailed written reports on condition and market value. Our appraisals include documentation of historical significance, structural integrity, and restoration potential for insurance, sale, or preservation purposes.
Piano Voicing
We optimize piano sound quality through precise hammer adjustments and string regulation. This process balances tonal brightness and mellowness while ensuring consistent touch response across the keyboard. Voicing enhances musical expression for both concert and home instruments.
Piano Refinishing
Our refinishing service restores piano cabinets to original luster through multi-stage lacquering. We offer custom staining options including mahogany and walnut finishes. The process includes veneer repair, pore filling, and hand-rubbed polishing for a flawless, durable surface.
Questions
What piano brands do you sell?
We offer new and reconditioned Steinway, Baldwin, Yamaha, and Weber pianos with warranties included.
Do you provide piano moving services outside New York?
Yes, we offer nationwide piano transportation with specialized equipment and trained professionals.
How can I determine if my piano is worth rebuilding?
Contact us for a consultation where we assess your piano's structural integrity and restoration potential.
What finishes are available for piano refinishing?
We offer custom staining options including dark mahogany, medium walnut, and flame mahogany finishes.
Do you rent pianos for special events?
Yes, we provide grand and upright piano rentals for weddings, concerts, and photo shoots.
Can you install electronic player systems?
We install QRS electronic player mechanisms with various music format options in any piano.
Reviews (6)
Sefra Fisher
May 28, 2022
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Great company to have any work done on your piano. It's almost the best place to buy a used piano. Wonderful technicians.
Mario Gutierrez
Sep 26, 2021
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Matthew was my piano tuner and I sat with him for most of the tuning which he was nice enough to entertain me and my tuning questions. I have never had someone this meticulous with my piano. I had to run out the door before he finished but when I came back, my parents and I were absolutely amazed at what he accomplished. My piano has NEVER EVER sounded as good as this. Tuned many times but he just had the magic hands on it. Big love to Ford Pianos for being an amazing hand in bringing this piano back to life.
Michael Brown
Aug 23, 2021
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Ford Piano has renovated two of our pianos. The hundred year old Steinway baby grand and the fifty year old Kawaii upright have been given second lives. The grand sounds better than ever and stays in tune. The Kawaii will give at least another generation the amazing sound i---for an upright--it had when I first got it. Both instruments look brand new. I recommend this company for the love and care they put into their work. We are completely satisfied.
Mike S.
Nov 15, 2019
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Absolutely love the piano (and Pianodisc Player system) I bought from Ford Piano in 2019. John Ford, his son, and the entire staff have been an absolute pleasure to deal with. His son has been to my home twice to make some minor adjustments, and to tune the piano. I have been very pleased and impressed with his expertise, which is only exceeded by his friendly and good natured manner. Highly recommended.
Deborah Goudreau
May 20, 2019
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In 2010 I paid them $15,000 to restore a vintage Model O Steinway baby grand piano. I was led to believe they would use Steinway parts. I learned, years later, from a local restorer that they did not and that the value of their restoration was much less than what they charged me for. When I asked them for their comment to this allegation, they never responded.
Valerie Pawlows
Sep 13, 2017
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They are well-versed in pianos, particularly when it comes to fixing them. They also have a wide variety of pianos available for sale. Their showroom is beautiful and stocked with different types of pianos, featuring various years and models. I found this to be very interesting. John is knowledgeable about his pianos, demonstrating a clear understanding of the instruments he works with and sells.
