The Piano Life Saver System is strongly recommended for all pianos in the Edmonton area. At almost 1/2 mile above sea level, air is too dry to keep a piano at its optimum humidity level of 45% R.H. (relative humidity). It is difficult to achieve this level in winter without causing damaging condensation inside walls. As a result the wood components shrink and degrade, leading to loose/rattling keys and reduced tuning stability. Installed within the case, the Life Saver System silently humidifies to 45% without affecting the rest of the room. By regulating humidity to 45%, the system protects the bridges, pinblock, action, soundboard, cabinet, felts, glues and buckskin. In summer, without air conditioning the humidity rises which leads to swelling/degradation of the aforementioned components, stiff/sticky keys, mold and/or rust. When excess humidity is detected, the System silently dehumidifies by inducing a gentle draft through the internal cabinet. If you have air conditioning, the System will likely remain in humidification mode. No user intervention is required other than to fill the tank when the a small LED blinks. When we perform your annual tuning, we will replace the wicking pads and provide a new bottle of “pad treatment solution”. The effectiveness of the System can be increased with a fitted, cloth undercover (for grand pianos) or backcover (for vertical/spinet pianos). To purchase and schedule installation, please read below. •
$930 for uprights/verticals
$1070 to $1420 for grands
$225-$290 for undercover or backcover
The Piano Life Saver System® by Dampp-Chaser®
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Payment is due prior to installation. Please select the correct link(s) to securely check out. We will follow up within two weekdays to book installation. An undercover or backcover isn’t required although they reduce moisture loss. This reduces fill frequency and consumption of pad treatment solution, maintaining pad effectiveness. If you have any questions or would like to purchase by phone, please call (780) 652-3295 (9 AM to 9 PM, weekdays) or complete the form below and we will follow up within two weekdays.
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Formally educated through the University of Western Ontario’s Piano Technology Program, Michael Ruttle is a master-level piano technician experienced in every facet of piano tuning, maintenance and repair. His work can be heard in major venues across Alberta as well as in schools, churches, community centres, restaurants, lounges, on Disney+, and in thousands of private homes — on pianos ranging from the simplest of spinets for first-time students, to the most elaborate concert grands for seasoned performers.
My experience as a technician has taught me to appreciate the subtle complexities of this unique instrument, and to understand the needs of pianists and piano owners. I respect and value an honourable reputation by holding myself and my team to a quality work standard. We look forward to providing you with prompt and professional piano services.
—Mike Ruttle