Racket Stringing Services in Waltham Abbey & Loughton, Essex

Looking to enhance your on-court performance? Sam’s Strings provides professional racket stringing services for tennis, badminton, and squash players across Essex — with expert restringing available at our Waltham Abbey location and a convenient drop-off point in Loughton. Our skilled stringers use premium materials and precision tensioning techniques to ensure every racket performs at its best. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a casual player, our local restringing service delivers the power, control, and consistency you need to elevate your game.

Tennis Racket Stringing Service

Elevate your game with Sam’s Strings, your local tennis restringing specialist in Waltham Abbey, Essex, with a drop-off point in Loughton. We use premium strings and expert tensioning to deliver the perfect mix of power, control, and comfort—keeping your racket competition-ready.

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Badminton Racket Stringing Service

Get professional badminton racket stringing in Waltham Abbey, Essex, with easy drop-off in Loughton. Using quality strings and precise tensioning, Sam’s Strings ensures every restring delivers consistent power, control, and feel for players of all levels.

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Squash Racket Stringing Service

Maintain peak performance with expert squash restringing in Waltham Abbey, Essex, and convenient drop-off in Loughton. Our skilled stringers tailor tension for the perfect balance of power, control, and durability—so your racket performs every time.

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HOW IT WORKS

  • 1. BROWSE OUR RESTRING OPTIONS

    View our selection of restring options and any extras you may require. You can pay via the website or on collection, it's up to you. You can drop us a WhatsApp if you require any further information on string and tension guidance.

  • 2. DROP YOUR RACKET TO US

    Give us a call or WhatsApp to arrange a suitable day and time for you to drop your racket off. We can discuss any specialist requirements before leaving your racket with us. Free parking is also available at our premises.

  • 3. COLLECT YOUR RACKET

    Your racket will be available to collect, typically 24-hours after you have dropped it off. Same day and while you wait services are available on request. Your racket will be professionally restrung with your desired string and tension.
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Racket Stringing Service FAQ's

Where are you located?

We're located in the heard of Waltham Abbey along Townmead Road. For customers waiting for a restring the town centre is two minutes away with ample facilities and coffee shops.

Is there free parking available?

Yes, free parking is available at the premise. Please park here to avoid any parking tickets which may occur on the street as residential permits are needed.

How long does a restring take?

We pride ourselves in our fast turnaround. Your racket will typically be ready to collect the following day. Same day and while you wait services are also available on request. We can also hold onto your racket for when you're ready to collect.

Can I provide my own strings?

Yes, you're more than welcome to provide your own strings. Please make sure there is enough string required for your entire racket(s). The cost is £20 per racket for tennis, badminton and squash frames.

Do you offer any racket customisations?

Yes, other services that we offer include replacement grips, over grips, racket stencils grip enlargement and lead-weight. Some of these you can add via the website. We can discuss anything further when you drop your racket to us.

What tennis strings can I choose from?

We have a comprehensive selection of tennis strings to choose from. We only stock strings from leading brands such as Babolat, Yonex and Solinco. We have a range of polyester, multifilament and synthetic gut options.

What badminton strings can I choose from?

We stock premium strings by Yonex, who lead the way in badminton string technology and performance. Some of our popular strings include BG65, BG80 and Exbolt 68.

What squash strings can I choose from?

We stock a range of high performing squash restring options from leading brands such as Tecnifibre and Ashaway. Popular options include Tecnifibre 305 Squash, Ashaway SuperNick XL and Ashaway SuperNick XL Titanium.

What equipment do you use to restring with?

Every racket is restrung professionally using the state-of-the-art Wilson Bairardo stringing machine. This is the same machine that has been used at professional standard tournaments, even for Grand Slam tennis events. Some of the main benefits of this machine include accurate pulling of tension and diamond crusted clamps that ensure your new strings don't slip and are also protected.

Can I send you my racket via the post or a courier?

Yes, absolutely. For further afield clients I'm happy for you to send me your racket via your preferred courier. Please ensure your racket is packaged appropriately when doing this. Additional postage fees can be calculated for you where required. Rest assured your racket will receive the same level of attention as any other racket that is restrung by Sam's Strings.

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