APPRAISAL INFORMATION < < Back to Studio Policies

My written appraisals are suitable for insurance and estate purposes. I can only appraise instruments with the permission of the owner.

1. All fees are based on the value of the instruments or bow as determined by Paul Schuback.

2. An appraisal is confidential, and will only be submitted to the person requesting this service.

3. A verbal appraisal fee costs 1% of the appraised value, with the minimum cost being $50.00.

4. A written appraisal fee (for insurance purposes) costs $25 plus 1% of the appraised value, with the minimum cost being $75.00.

5. Written appraisal update fee (for appraisals formerly performed by Paul Schuback): 1% of the appraised value increase, with the minimum cost being $50.00

6. A written appraisal update is recommended every three to five years.

REPAIR ESTIMATES

7. A written repair estimate is $20.00

8. A written repair bid for insurance purposes is 10% of the estimated repair amount.

*Appraisals and repairs are appointment only! Pleas email us at violin@schuback.com or call us at the following numbers: (503)916-4430 or (800)99-CELLI