Follow HomeGrown on twitter @homegrowncycles

Username:

Password:

Fargot Password? / Help

Bicycle Service

HGC offers a full range of tune ups for all budgets, whether its a quick fix or an over haul, we can get you back in the saddle. We inspect the frame/fork/wheels, hardware check for torque & safety, and frame wipe-down. We gratefully accept donations of used bicycles and parts.

Tune-Ups:

Whether you ride for leisure or as your primary mode of transportation, a tune-up will make your bike safer, run smoother, and last longer.

Basic adjustment $35

Recommended for bikes that don't need a full tune up

  1. break cables  and pads adjusted
  2. derailleur cables and limits set and adjusted
  3. chain lubed
  4. tires inflated to proper pressure
  5. frame and fork wiped down

 

Basic Tune-Up $55

(includes pick up and delivery)

 

Recommended for new bikes or minimally to moderately ridden bicycles.

  1. Component safety check
  2. Adjustment of cable actuated brakes and derailleurs
  3. Minor wheel truing (on bike wheel true)
  4. Lubrication of cables and chain
  5. Tire inspection and inflation

Drive-train Tune-Up $85

(includes pick up and delivery)
Recommended for older bikes, Includes Basic Tune-Up plus the following:

  1. Regreasing/tightening of all crank, headset, or hub bearings
  2. Brake or derailleur cable replacement.
  3. Derailleur's and chain removed and washed
  4. Derailleur hanger alignment.

Complete Overhaul $140

(includes pick up and delivery)
Complete rebuild of a bike from the ground up. Includes Drivetrain Overhaul plus the following:

  1. Removal, hot soap water cleaning and regreasing of all components
  2. Facing of bottom bracket shell and head tube (if necessary)
  3. Installation of new cables and housing
  4. Complete re-assembly of cleaned parts to original or new frame

BMX Tune-Up $40.00

For BMX bicycles.

  1. Complete safety check and minor cleaning of frame and fork.
  2. Inspection and adjustment of bottom bracket, brakes, crank set, hubs, pedals, and freewheel.
  3. Minor wheel truing.
  4. Lube cables and chain.

Child's Bike (16" Wheel or Smaller) Tune-Up $30.00

For single speed bikes.

  1. Complete safety check and wipe down.
  2. Inspect and adjust brakes and drive-train, re-lube as needed.
  3. Tighten all connections and fasteners.

Individual Service Fees:

These a la carte charges do not include the cost of parts themselves.

Bike Building

  1. Build a boxed bike $55.00
  2. Box a bike for shipping. (Shipping not included) $50.00

Wheels, Tires and Tubes

  1. Install tire and/or tube $5.00
  2. Install tire tube (bolt on wheel) $7.00
  3. Wheel truing prices vary depending on severity of bend $35.00

Chain and Cassette

  1. Install new chain $10.00
  2. Install new cassette or freewheel $10.00

Handlebar and Grips

  1. Install road handlebars $25.00
  2. Install Mt. bike handlebars $15.00
  3. Install new grips $10.00
  4. Re-wrap road bars $15.00

Brakes

  1. Adjust brake $10.00
  2. Install cable and adjust brake $15.00
  3. Install caliper or lever $20.00
  4. Install new brake pads and adjust $20.00
  5. Install new disk brake pads $15.00

Headset

  1. Adjust headset $10.00
  2. Install new headset $30.00
  3. Overhaul headset $25.00

Derailleur and Shifting

  1. Install cable and adjust $15.00
  2. Front or Rear derailleur adjustment $10.00
  3. Install shifters $30.00
  4. Install derailleur $25.00

Accessories

  1. Install standard computer $10-$20.00
  2. Install advanced computer (i.e. Shimano flight deck) $30-$40.00
  3. Install new battery and reprogram $10.00
  4. Install baby seat and rack $20.00
  5. Install and adjust training wheels $10.00

If a repair isn't listed, we base our prices on a $40/hr service rate. Call or email us for more info.

7 comments

  • Visit site
    April 9, 2011 4:53 pmPosted 2 years ago
    Kristy Deskovitz

    I’m interested in shipping my bike to Colorado where I live now. I would like to get it tuned up and shipped. Is this something you guys would handle for me?
    Thanks,
    Kristy Deskovitz

    Reply
    • April 9, 2011 5:03 pmPosted 2 years ago
      Al (Author)

      absolutely! you can pick a day for us to pick it up by going to our scheduler just pick up a tune up and put shipping in the comment box. If there isn’t a day that works you can call 248-677-1360 and we will work something out.

      Reply
  • Visit site
    September 25, 2011 11:36 pmPosted 1 year ago
    Butki

    Al! I got in over my head trying to repair my bike. I now need you to fix my repairs. Give me a call (or email) when you’re back from your honeymoon. Hope you guys had a great time! Your wedding was fantastic. Thank you!

    -Nik

    Reply
  • December 6, 2011 5:50 pmPosted 1 year ago
    Allison

    I used to work in a bike shop and teach basic bike repair classes, but I moved and no longer have access to their tools and advice. Any way I could pay for a private session where I get instruction how to tune up my bike and use the tools to perform the repairs under supervision?

    Reply
  • Visit site
    December 15, 2011 5:46 pmPosted 1 year ago
    kieran kane

    i want to fix my son inlaws trek 10 speed….he was riding and said he heard a piece a metal fall off and now front wheel wobbles
    can you help me get this done before christmas

    Reply
    • December 16, 2011 6:02 amPosted 1 year ago
      Al (Author)

      yes pleases contact us via al(at)homegrowncycle.com to schedule a pick up.

      Reply

Leave your comment

Your Name: (required)

E-Mail: (required)

Website: (not required)

Message: (required)