Gary corrected the failed efforts of two previous clock repairs by what turned out to be inadequate talent for this type of work. My grandfather clock now runs better than ever and it finally is back to being able to wind it only every 7 (or even 8) days. Great communication along the way. And Gary really seems to like what he's doing. read more

The Clock Doctor - My clock. - Clock Repair Near Me - Sacramento, California

Gary was incredibly knowledgeable about antique grandfather clocks and gave me an estimate on the spot at my house. This was an antique grandfather clock my Dad bought my Mom on their anniversary which coincided with my birthday over 50 years ago, so it had some meaning to me. I can't remember this clock working since the late 1970's and Gary completely overhauled the movement and it's amazing to hear it toll again, something I haven't heard since my childhood. For a 250+ year old clock, it keeps virtually perfect time. And I have The Clock Doctor to thank for that. read more

Gary was able to fix my great grandmothers mantel clock, that hadn't worked for years! I've had several other people try to fix it over the years, but had no luck and just lost a lot of time. Im so happy to finally have my great grandmothers clock working again!! I had started to loose hope until I found The Clock Doctor!! read more

My parents grandmother clock had not been running for years. The Clock Doctor came out to the house, picked up the parts, repaired and cleaned the clockworks, brought it all back and put it back together again. Was so nice to have a knowledgeable person tell me how to keep the clock running, to tell me how it all works and what I need to do. I'm forever thankful every time I hear the clock chime. read more

Very professional... Knows his clocks... Looking forward to a perfectly working grandfather clock after it comes back next week

Good service, good communication skills. Clock working perfectly now. Pricey, but what isn't these days. Also, he provides a unique service (house call for grandfather clocks). read more

Completely disappointed with the "customer service" we received from the Clock Doctor. We have a redwood burl that is completely missing the clock and hands that it once had. We took it to the Clock Doctor after having it refinished, and even provided a picture of how we would like it to look when completed. We asked for nothing out of the ordinary. The first red flag was when we received a picture (via text message) and the burl was upside down. We had provided clear instructions on which side was supposed to be up. Had it been finished, it would have looked completely ridiculous. The next red flag (and deal breaker) was when we received a very surly text message asking for further direction on how the finished product should look. The text message said: "....honestly I can't spend a lot of time deciding for you it's just not worth my time so look things up and decide...." This was after pictures were provided and clear instruction was given. We were very surprised to hear that our business was not worth his time. We asked that our wood be returned to us, and that we had changed our mind. Deposit lost - but it was worth learning who not to take our clock repair business to in the future. read more

Great Person and he did a great job. I didn't think he could fix it! It was in pretty bad shape. But it looks great and keeps prefect time. read more

The Clock Doctor - This is my Mother-n- laws 70 year old clock and I set it up and it keeps perfect time. He did a great job. - Clock Repair Near Me - Sacramento, California

I have done business with Gary, the Clock Doctor, on numerous occasions, including today. Gary is honest, courteous, and fairly priced. I hold the highest regard for his service and would recommend him to anyone needing their clock repaired. Gary, The Clock Doctor restored my most precious heirloom from my parents. Sincerely, Rick Bollinger read more

It is getting harder and harder to find someone to work on a nice clock. I had a problem with a mantel clock and found The Clock Doctor on the web after learning that my old clock maker had retired. If you need a clock worked on, this is the place to take it. By the way, he works out of Modesto most of the week. He travels to Sacramento one day per week and works on clocks in Sac, taking back the unfinished clocks and returning with them the next week. His work was reasonably priced and he fixed my problem. Thanks read more

Have you ever had a conversation with someone where they said, "You know, if you want to spend a lot of money - I could take your money - but it just isn't worth it!" This is what the owner, Gary, said to me when I was trying to figure out if my clock was worth repairs. Gary and his staff were so kind, honest and integrity laden that I felt guilty that I couldn't pay them to do something for me!! If you need an honest opinion on that old clock that was handed down to you - ask Gary. Not only will he tell you the honest-to-goodness value, but he can fix it too! Thank you Gary! I think I am going to break my wrist watch just so I can have the chance to pay you to fix it! read more

The biggest rip-off artist in the whole of Northern California! He will charge you a fortune, just to look at the clock and give you an estimate -- even if you decide not to hire him!! Charges you to take the clock off the wall, look at it, tell you the repair cost (in the high hundreds and even in the thousands!) and put it back up! Then, he threatens to take you to court if you don't pay his exorbitant bill within a week! If you can find anybody else to do the work, go elsewhere! read more

Called them to see if they would repair my clock. They do not sell parts and their minimum charge is $60. No thanks.

I would highly consider another place before you come here. I took in two clocks to get fixed. He was unable to fix either clock. One was very old (my grandfathers) and it is understandable that he could not fix it. The other was a wall clock I received from my mother. He wasn't able to fix it either. The worst part about it is that he "disposed" of one of my clocks because I was Past the 30'day deadline. He called to tell me he couldn't fix it and did not receive another call. As I was speaking to the lady who works the front desk, "the clock doctor" popped around the corner to raise his voice as to why he got rid of it. I even asked him why he doesn't make a phone call to the customer and he stated that he called To tell me he couldn't fix it and he isn't going to waste his time (his exact words) to call again. I could not believe a person that works for the public would speak to a customer like that!!!! Please know this is an honest review and I hope no one else Has to experience this kind of treatment. read more

One of the most terrible service experiences that I have ever had. I contacted the Clock Doctor with a service request and in hopes that I would find a professional on the other end of the line. Instead I was met with someone who was rude and did not seem to want to be bothered. When he asked a series of questions that I could not answer, I explained that I did not know the answer. He got very rude and irritated and eventually hung up the phone. I see in other Yelp reviews that customers have had problems with customer service. Very unprofessional. I will take my chances on someone else that actually values business. This is certainly not The Clock Doctor. read more

Gary is a professional businessman, who has the highest of integrity. Instead of charging us to come to my house to fix the problem or sell me something that wasn't needed with my grandfather clock, he instead asked me a series of questions over the phone and had me address the problem myself. He didn't even charge me for his time or knowledge on the phone. This is the second time Gary's helped us with our grandfather clock and we trust him and his judgement completely. Thank you again Gary! read more

This guy does not know how to repair clocks so his 3 year warranty is worthless!!! Have had to return my clock several times and was never repaired properly, even though I paid him several hundred dollars for a complete rebuild my clock has never worked properly and still does not work!!! This guy is a thief and a liar. Will have to find a clock shop that knows what they are doing to get my clock repaired. read more

Gary, the Clock Dr, has taken care of a couple of my grandfather clocks for something like 20 years or more. I purchased my first one from him. He always does an excellent job at a reasonable price. I highly recommend him. read more

Our grandfather clock is 38 years old, and had been badly neglected. It hadn't chimed for a decade. Simone and Patrick came to our house, splendid truck and white gloves, and had it running well within fifteen minutes, at quite a modest cost. And they offered us clear options for further work, if we wished: a tune-up and a complete overhaul. read more

Gary got my antique Grandfather clock working perfectly very quickly. After having it under repair more than at home for the past five years with other repair people, he completed the work in less than a week! More important, he knew about the clockmaker, characteristics and features, etc., and he understood the value of a family heirloom. read more

Horrible, this clown was using a hammer on our 1928 Herschede Grand Father clock. He also used WD40 on it which is a no no. Find somebody else to work on your valuable time pieces. read more

Negative stars if I could. Worst communication skills EVER After paying $ 48 to have my clock fixed and driving 50 miles round-trip I get my clock home for it not to work. I called the clock doctor and he said my clock was dirty. Why didn't you call and tell me that it needed cleaning?Do not give this man your clock or money. Honestly read more

If you need your antique European clock repaired, don't take it here. He quoted me $1300 for repair of my British Railway Clock and my 1910 German Mantle Clock. I took them back to an old family clock repair business in Petaluma where I used to live. I was told they didn't need expensive cleaning, that they could repair damaged casing on the mantle clock for around $100, and get the railway clock working also for around $100. Cleaning and repair for $1300? and $120 hour? And I was told there was no such thing as a British Railway Clock. read more

Gary may be a skilled clock/watch repair specialist (never got to find out) but he is abrupt, rude and indifferent to his customers. He is also higher priced than others providing the same service...but as he told me "I don't care what anyone else charges". Despite a rough first call I scheduled him to come out and clean/assemble a grandfather clock that had been relocated in a move. On arrival I asked if had a mask as a COVID-19 precaution (was not wearing one). He said he did not, didn't have to, and didn't care what I or anyone else thought about it. He further added that he had all the business he could handle so he wasn't about to change is attitude or his lack of masking, turned around and walked away. This was one of the most unpleasant interactions I have had from a service provider of any kind in many years. I don't know how he stays in business. Strongly recommend NOT using The Clock Doctor. read more

Awesome and reasonable service. I took a very old clock in, wondering if it could be repaired. The only value in the thing was sentimental. I had taken a clock somewhere else years ago and waited six months and paid a lot of money. The Clock Doctor fixed it in a week and cost way less than I had expected. The clock works great and comes with a two year guarantee. read more

Incredible! Received cuckoo clock for Christmas. One of the chains was stuck (grandchildren?). Called and explained my problem. Gary talked me through the jammed sprocket gear which I was able to adjust. Clock works great now!! Five minutes of his time has brought our clock back to life. Thank you!! Highly recommend. Personable and knowledgeable service. read more

I hate to give 5 stars because very few outfits are perfect but the Clock Doctor fits that category. I had taken my Ship's Bell clock to him for cleaning a couple times but then moved to Vacaville so I took it to a local shop. I got ripped off at the Vacaville clock place as they had it for 8 months and when I got it back it wasn't fix. Still ran fast and bells didn't ring. They took it back and after 3 weeks they said it was fixed and when I got it home I realized it still wasn't fixed, same problem. I called the Clock Doctor and he said he would take a look at it. When I told him that some one else had cleaned it and replaced some bearings he said NOTHING had been done to my clock. He repaired it, had to replace the main unit, and I got my working Ship's clock back in about 3 weeks. Next time I will know better and drive 45 miles to take my clocks to him as I know it will be done quickly and done right. He fixed my clock the first time and guaranteed his work. I highly recommend Gary for a regular clock and a more tricky bell or alarm type clock. read more