Learn about Jewelry Repairs

The Best in Jewelry and Watch Repair Near You
Carroll/Ochs Jewelers in Monroe, MI has a skilled in-house jeweler to handle your most important repairs. 
When a beloved piece of jewelry breaks, there's no need to stress. Bring it to the experienced team at Carroll/Ochs for evaluation and repairs. We will treat your precious jewelry as if it were our own as we repair it and return it to you as soon as possible.

Local Jewelry Repair
Ring Prong Retipping
Tiny metal prongs on your ring hold the diamonds and gemstones in place. Even if you are very careful with your jewelry, these thin strips of metal will wear down over time. It’s important to get your prongs retipped occasionally in order to keep your stones secure.

Ring Guards
Ring guards are meant to be worn alongside your engagement ring. They typically contour to the shape of your diamond. Ring guards offer your diamond some extra protection.

They may help your engagement ring fit more securely. Beyond that, ring guards are designed to enhance the appearance of your bridal set and can be beautiful pieces of jewelry in their own right. 

Ring Resizing
Life happens, and many of us need our rings resized at some point. It can be hard to part with your beloved rings, but the good news is, ring resizing is typically a quick and easy process.

Our in-house jeweler can add or remove metal, or use ring sizing beads, to change the fit of your ring and have it back to you as soon as possible.

How Much Does It Cost To Resize A Ring
This depends on a few factors, including the type of metal involved and how much your ring size has changed. For a more precise quote, bring in your ring. We’ll inspect it and give you a free estimate upfront. 

How Long Does It Take To Resize A Ring
It depends on the complexity of the job and our jeweler’s schedule, but we always do our best to return your rings as soon as possible. Come chat with us in person and we will provide you with a time estimate for your resizing. 

Solder Rings Together
Many people like to solder their engagement ring and wedding ring together. There are a few advantages to ring soldering. For one, it keeps your rings from rubbing together, thus preserving the metal. It’s also easier to keep track of just one ring rather than two. Whatever your reason for doing so, we’re happy to safely, professionally solder your rings together. 

Ring Refinishing
Even if you treat your rings with the utmost care, they will eventually begin to show signs of wear. They may have small dings or scratches. They may not shine as brightly as they used to.

If your ring has seen better days, bring it into Carroll/Ochs Jewelers for a ring refinishing. Our jeweler can clean and restore it until it shines with its original luster. 

Rhodium Plating
Rhodium is a very bright white, durable, corrosion-resistant metal. It is a member of the platinum family, and is used to enhance both the brightness and the strength of gold jewelry. Rhodium plating can extend the life of your gold rings and enhance their shine. For rhodium plating near you, trust the experts at Carroll/Ochs. 

Does Rhodium Tarnish?
Rhodium does not tarnish or rust. Regardless, treat it with the same care as you would treat your other jewelry. 

How Long Does Rhodium Plating Last?
With proper care, rhodium plating can last 12 to 18 months before it needs to be touched up. A few factors can affect the plating’s longevity, including the color of the metal beneath the rhodium plating and the thickness of the rhodium plating.

Necklace Clasp and Chain Repair
If your necklace clasp or chain breaks, don’t panic–just bring it into Carroll/Ochs Jewelers! In most cases, we can easily and efficiently repair damaged necklaces. 

Local Watch Repair
Watch Battery Replacement Near You
Your watch helps you stay punctual and organized. When it stops working, it’s natural to want it fixed as soon as possible. In most cases, we can fix the problem by replacing your watch battery.

Watch battery replacement is quick and easy. We can replace your battery right here in the store while you wait. 

Watch Band Adjustment
Watch bands should fit comfortably. You don’t want your timepiece slipping off your wrist or squeezing it too tightly. If you need your band adjusted or replaced, bring it in and we can fix it in the store while you wait!

Other Watch Repairs

More extensive repairs and fine watches are transported to professional watch repairmen. All repair work sent out is traceable, insured, and completely secure.

Professional Jewelry Cleaning
Over time, debris, oil and dirt will build up on your jewelry and dull its sparkle. Fine jewelry should be professionally cleaned and inspected every six months to keep it in top condition. Carroll/Ochs is happy to provide this service free of charge.