Watch Gasket Replacement in the United States
5 listed shops
Gasket Replacement renews the rubber seals that keep moisture and dust out of a watch case. Gaskets sit under the case back, around the crystal and inside the crown, and they harden or crack with age.
The work is often done alongside something else, such as a battery change, a new crystal or a full service, since the case is already open. Gaskets are specific to the case, so for some models the shop may need to order the correct part.
After Gasket Replacement, a pressure test confirms that the watch is sealed again. It is a small job that protects the movement, and worth asking about whenever your watch is opened.
Los Angeles Watch Repair
Los Angeles
607 S Hill St Ste 241C, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Watch Repairs USA LLC
Chicago
Watch Repairs USA, 650 E Algonquin Rd #207, Schaumburg, IL 60173, USA
Thomas Watch Repair
San Francisco
4615 First St #120, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Watchmasters and Company
Washington DC
Ox Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, USA
Nesbit's Fine Watch Service
Seattle
1425 4th Ave #402, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Gasket Replacement by city
What to expect
What to expect from a gasket replacement
- Why gaskets matter
- Gaskets seal the case back, crystal and crown; when they harden or crack, moisture can get in.
- Often done with other work
- Gaskets are commonly replaced during a battery change, a crystal replacement or a service.
- Followed by a pressure test
- A new gasket should be checked with a pressure test, so you know the watch is sealed again.
- The right part
- Gaskets are specific to the case, so for some models the shop may need to order the correct one.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Gasket Replacement take?
Gasket Replacement is usually quick when the correct seals are in stock, and it is often done during a battery change or service. Model-specific gaskets may have to be ordered.
What affects the cost of Gasket Replacement?
How many seals are replaced, whether the crown or crystal gasket is included, and whether a pressure test follows all affect the price.
How do I know my watch needs Gasket Replacement?
Condensation under the crystal, a failed water-resistance test or a watch that has not been opened and resealed for years are all signs the gaskets need renewing.
Should a pressure test follow Gasket Replacement?
Yes. A pressure test confirms the new gaskets are seated correctly and that the case is sealed again.