One fret out of tune

1. How do you fix an out of tune fret?
2. Why is my guitar out of tune on some frets?
3. Can you replace just one fret?
4. How much does it cost to replace one fret?

How do you fix an out of tune fret?

Press a string down at the lowest fret and highest fret simultaneously. If there is space between the string and the frets somewhere in the middle, then the neck has relief: the more space, the more relief. If there is no space, then the neck is perfectly straight, or possibly has a backbow (the opposite of relief).

Why is my guitar out of tune on some frets?

If your frets are worn, notes played on those frets will be out of tune. Sometimes frets pop up a bit throwing notes out of pitch at those frets. If you're noticing notes out of tune throughout the neck it might be time to either have the frets dressed (leveled) or after excessive use, replaced.

Can you replace just one fret?

The only reason to replace frets, one or many, is if one of two things are true: 1 - If one fret has been damaged or worn to the extent that a fret level would need to file down other frets around it considerably more than you would deem acceptable.

How much does it cost to replace one fret?

About $20-30 per fret wire depending on the tech doing the work and number of frets needing replaced.