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Expert Guitar Repair, Used Electric Guitars and Amplifiers in Homer Glen, Illinois
List of Services
List of Services
My guitar tech work runs seasonally from July 1st to January 31st. During this time, I focus on what I do best: taking a guitar—new or old—and dialing it in to perform at its absolute peak. Currently, my main objective is helping new and up and coming musicians dial in their instruments. There's an exciting new generation of players that I haven't seen since forever....and they have an attitude. They're fed-up with corporate BS, money grabbing schemes and deceptive tactics. So, if you want to show off your $9000 Custom Shop or have your frets polished so you can admire your reflection in them, go spend your disposable income at another shop. If you're looking for no gimmicks, just tone, feel, and function — dialed in to perfection without spending more than it's worth, you found the right place. While I'm not currently accepting major repairs or working on acoustic guitars, I’m committed to offering precise setups, detailed adjustments, and expert care that brings out the full potential of each instrument. Whether it's a shiny new axe or an old workhorse player, my goal is simple: make it feel and sound better than ever.
My guitar tech work runs seasonally from July 1st to January 31st. During this time, I focus on what I do best: taking a guitar—new or old—and dialing it in to perform at its absolute peak. Currently, my main objective is helping new and up and coming musicians dial in their instruments. There's an exciting new generation of players that I haven't seen since forever....and they have an attitude. They're fed-up with corporate BS, money grabbing schemes and deceptive tactics. So, if you want to show off your $9000 Custom Shop or have your frets polished so you can admire your reflection in them, go spend your disposable income at another shop. If you're looking for no gimmicks, just tone, feel, and function — dialed in to perfection without spending more than it's worth, you found the right place. While I'm not currently accepting major repairs or working on acoustic guitars, I’m committed to offering precise setups, detailed adjustments, and expert care that brings out the full potential of each instrument. Whether it's a shiny new axe or an old workhorse player, my goal is simple: make it feel and sound better than ever.
Specialty repair tools and an electric guitar on the bench at Rock Dog’s Guitar Grotto, showing the expert repair and setup work done in the shop.
🎸 Rock Dog's Guitar Grotto Shop – Common Service Menu
🎸 Rock Dog's Guitar Grotto Shop – Common Service Menu
Seasonal Hours:
July 1 – January 31
No major repairs, fret replacements or acoustic guitars at this time.
A consultation is required for any repairs not on this list.
Quick Setup $25
Identify issues, tighten all hardware, adjust truss rod, action, intonation & pickup height.
Best for when the guitar is just not quite right.
Restring & Setup (Electric) $50
Includes the 'Quick Setup' plus a restring with Ernie Ball Slinky's 9 or 10 gauge (strings included), string stretch & tune, quick fret polish, fretboard conditioner & guitar wipe down cleaning.
Bring your own strings for $40.
Locking Tremolo (Floyd Rose): add $15.
Ideal for recent setups or lightly used guitars—fresh strings and tuning with precision.
Fret Level, Crown & Dress (Electric) $80
Precision fret leveling, crowning, and adequate polishing. Includes a full setup.
If nut adjustment is required: add $15.
Locking Tremolo (Floyd Rose): add $15.
The "full works" for guitars needing significant fret attention and pro playability.
Spot Fret Level / Dress $10
Targeted fret work, price per fret (up to 3 frets).
Any more will require a full fret level.
For guitars with isolated buzzing or wear—no need to overhaul the entire board.
Quick Restring (Electric) $25
New strings + stretch, tune.
Restring with Ernie Ball Slinky's 9 or 10 gauge (strings included).
Bring your own strings for $15.
Locking Tremolo (Floyd Rose): add $10.
I just need strings dude!
Fret End / Fret Sprout Dressing $25
Round, smooth fret ends.
Nut Adjustment (Electric) $25
Tweak existing nut slot depth and height to proper spec (not a full replacement).
Nut Replacement (Electric) $45
For Non-Locking Nuts.
Replace & tweak nut slot depth and height to spec (includes aftermarket Graph Tech nut or similar).
🔧 Notes
🔧 Notes
All work performed by Ronnie Rogo — 30+ years of experience.
Clear communication on all services: you’ll always know what your guitar needs — and why.
By appointment only.
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