Jewelry repair does not have one flat price, because no two pieces are the same. A ring sizing starts at $40 for a simple gold band. A new clasp or a chain solder is a small job. Replacing a lost stone or rebuilding a worn setting costs more because of the metal, the stones, and the time it takes. At Gavco Jewelers we look at your piece first, tell you the exact price, and let you decide before we start. The estimate is always free, and there is never a charge for looking.
We have repaired jewelry at our family owned shop on Biscayne Blvd since 1993, a short drive south of Aventura Mall. More than nine out of ten repairs are done right here on our own bench, so there is no middleman markup. This page explains what sets the price so you know what to expect before you walk in. For the full list of what we fix, our jewelry repair in Aventura page covers ring sizing, chains, stones, and more.
What Sets the Price of a Jewelry Repair
The Type of Repair
A ring sizing or a chain solder is quick and low cost. Rebuilding a setting or replacing a stone takes more time and skill, so those cost more. We match the price to the actual job.
The Metal
Silver is the quickest to work on. Yellow and rose gold sit in the middle. White gold needs a fresh rhodium coat after, and platinum needs special tools and higher heat, so those cost more.
The Stones and Setting
A plain band is simple. A ring with many small stones or a detailed setting takes more care, because each stone has to be protected or reset. A matching stone may also need to be sourced.
The Parts It Needs
Sizing up adds metal, so it costs a little more than sizing down. A new clasp, a replacement stone, or added gold changes the price. We tell you what the piece needs before we begin.
Common Jewelry Repairs and What Affects the Cost
Here are the repairs people ask about most, and what moves the price on each one. Every one starts with a free estimate so you never guess.
- Ring sizing. Starts at $40 for a simple gold band. The price follows the metal, the width of the band, and how many sizes you need. Sizing up adds metal, so it costs a little more than sizing down.
- Chain and clasp repair. A broken link or a worn clasp is a small job. The price depends on the metal and whether a new clasp is needed. Most chain solders are done the same day or within 24 hours.
- Prong retipping. Worn prongs are the top reason stones fall out. Rebuilding or retipping them is priced by the metal and how many prongs need work. Checking them every 12 to 18 months is cheaper than losing a stone.
- Stone tightening and replacement. Tightening a loose stone is a quick job. Replacing a lost diamond or gemstone costs more because we source a matching stone and set it. If your stone can be saved, we reset it to keep the cost down.
- Rhodium plating and polishing. White gold loses its shine as the rhodium wears. We strip, polish, and replate it so it looks fresh. A polish and ultrasonic cleaning is one of the lowest cost ways to make an older piece look new.
Why the Estimate Is Free and Given First
A piece of jewelry is easy to quote wrong from a distance, so we do not try. Bring it in and we look at it under magnification, see what it needs, and give you one clear price before any work starts. You approve that price first. If you decide not to go ahead, you owe nothing and you take your piece home.
We think that is the honest way to do it, and it is how we have worked since 1993. Many customers come to us after a brand name store quoted a high price for a simple fix. If an old piece is worth more sold than repaired, you can sell gold and broken jewelry at the same counter. When a watch needs work, our watch repair cost guide explains that pricing the same way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jewelry Repair Cost
How much does jewelry repair cost in Aventura?
There is no single price, because no two repairs are the same. A ring sizing starts at $40 for a simple gold band. A clasp swap or a chain solder is a small job, while rebuilding a setting or replacing a stone costs more because of the metal, the stones, and the time it takes. We look at your piece first, tell you the exact price, and you approve it before we start. The estimate is always free.
How much does ring sizing cost in Aventura?
Ring sizing starts at $40 for a simple gold band. The final price depends on the metal, the width of the band, and how many sizes up or down you need. Sizing up usually costs a little more than sizing down because it adds metal. We give you the price before any work begins.
Why do gold and platinum cost more to repair than silver?
Harder metals take more time, more heat, and more skill at the bench. White gold needs a fresh rhodium coat after the work so the color stays even. Platinum and palladium need special tools and higher heat. Silver is the quickest and lowest cost to work on. The metal your piece is made of is one of the biggest things that sets the price.
Do you charge for a jewelry repair estimate?
No. The estimate is always free. Bring your piece to our shop at 16169 Biscayne Blvd in Aventura and we inspect it under magnification, explain what it needs, and give you one clear price before any work starts. If you decide not to go ahead, you owe nothing and you take your piece home.
Bring In Your Piece for a Free Estimate
We give you the exact price before any work starts. No appointment needed.
16169 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33160