We specialize in keeping older mechanical sewing machines running at peak performance. We have been working with vintage machines for over 30 years and take pride in keeping these old girls in service. With proper care, these machines can last for generations.
Most of our services can be completed at your location. We will clean and adjust your machine in your home or office. Most of these appointments run between 2 to 3 hours. If your machine requires additional parts or more extensive repairs, we will discuss your options with you during the appointment. Please be sure your machine is in a well-lit location with ample workspace. A dining room table is usually ideal. Please note that this option is generally not suitable for machines that are “dead-head” stuck (the handwheel and needle bar will not move at all). Please give us a call if this is your situation.
Prices listed are for services provided in the greater Portland area. If you are outside this area, we are happy to help with your machines but there will be an additional charge for travel time.
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Full Service/Maintenance - mechanical machines Includes cleaning, lubrication, tension and timing adjustments, and diagnosis of any significant timing or other mechanical issues. While most machines can be fixed within the scope of this service, we cannot guarantee that all problems can be resolved. $135.00
Full Service/Maintenance - Sergers $160.00
Full Service/Maintenance - Industrial Machines Service must be complete at your location. We will clean and lubricate the machine, and make any necessary tension and timing adjustments. Please be sure to provide the make and model of your machine and a detailed description of the problem when scheduling your visit. $160.00
Full Service/Maintenance - On Site We will preform machine maintenance in your home or office and get you sewing the same day. Most machines can be cleaned and adjusted in 3 hours, but some may require more time. More extensive repairs may need to be preformed in our shop. $135.00
$160.00 for sergers
Additional Bench Time Labor for more complicated repairs is charged hourly. We will always contact you to discuss options if additional bench time will be required to repair your machine. $45/hr
Dead-head stuck machines Additional labor is required for dead-head machines and other stuck or frozen mechanisms. This is in addition to the Full Service/Maintenance price. $45.00
Machine reassembly Applies in addition to the regular to the Full Service/Maintenance price where the machine arrives disassembled. $25.00
Parts We will contact you if parts are needed for your machine before installation. If you need specific accessories for your machine, please let us know when you schedule your service so we can order them for you. Var.