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Piano strings lose their tension over time, going out of tune as a result. Extremely old pianos often need their strings replaced rather than retightened since the tension can vary too widely between old and new strings.

Keep your piano out of drafts and direct sunlight to manage humidity. Too much humidity and sunshine can swell the wood, affecting the pitch and tuning.

Pianos that have been out of tune for more than a year will sometimes require pitch raising, which is a more extensive correction than regular tuning.

Weather and humidity affect how often a piano needs to be tuned. In areas with high humidity, tuning may be required at least twice a year.

Piano hammers may need to be replaced over time as they wear out and affect tuning. These hammers are individually carved and shaped, so make sure to get the right kind for your piano or it will not stay in tune.