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We are proud to have Sharp Edges as our technical sharpening and clipper maintenance partner.   

We are proud to have Sharp Edges as our technical sharpening and clipper maintenance partner.   

Sharpening and Clipper Service Center

Sharp Edges, a family owned and operated business since 1994, offers unsurpassable technical trade skill and knowledge. The lead sharpener, Dennis Brooks, is a certified Master Sharpener with the National Sharpeners Guild (NSG), International Beauty Sharpening Association (IBSA),  the former National Shear Sharpeners Guild (NSSG) and a certified Shark Fink sharpener. Dennis also teaches numerous classes and judges certification processes at Wolff/Edge Pro, NSG, IBSA, Bonika Jam and the Western Sharpeners Roundup. 

519 W. Grove Rd.
Decatur, IL 6521
217-422-0911
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We service:

Artero, Andis, Heiniger, Oster, Wahl

We sharpen:

We sharpen all Shears including Japanese steel.

Groomerverse will package and ship your items direct with pre-prepped blade boxes and shear bags.   Learn more

Groomerverse will package and ship your items direct with pre-prepped blade boxes and shear bags.   Learn more

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Learn more about basic repair with Dennis.

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Frequently asked questions for Basic Maintenance Issues

Whys is my clipper loud when a blade is not on it?

We look at several issues that could cause this situation including if:

  • there is bad drive, lever or loose screw.
  • there are issues with linkage of drive system or bearings.
  • Areas need grease or components are dry.

Why is my clipper loud when the blade is on it.

Check for the following blade issues:

  • loose blade screws
  • tension set too tight
  • blade needs oil
  • socket needs adjustment
  • socket is broken

If your blade has non of these issues then we would determine if:

  • there is bad drive, lever or loose screw.
  • there are issues with linkage of drive system or bearings.
  • Areas need grease or components are dry.

My blades are getting hot quickly. What does this mean?

Even though fast clippers will heat the blade up more quickly, check to see if:

  • the blade is oiled correctly.
  • the socket is out of adjustment.
  • the tension is too tight.

Otherwise, we determine if the blade drive is warn and replace it.

Why do my clippers have no power?

We determine if these components need replacment:

  • broken cord
  • switch
  • brushes or motor
  • battery

Why does my clipper have low power?

The causes for this condition include:

  • dry blade
  • brushes need replacing
  • armature in motor needs replacing/repair

Why won't my blades snap onto the hinge?

Sometime this issue can be resolved immediately by

  • making sure your clippers are running when installing the blade
  • using slightly more pressure with the palm of your hand when putting the blade on.
  • checking to see that the hinge screws are not loose.

If your clippers are still not working then we determine if:

  • the socket needs adjustment.
  • latch if broken and needs replacement.