What the Service Includes
Grind setting and calibration at Grade is a comprehensive procedure aimed at achieving optimal particle size and uniformity. The service includes:
- full grinder diagnostics (burr condition, play, vibration, RPM)
- deep cleaning of grind chamber, burrs, and channels from oils and residue
- inspection and adjustment of burr gap (if design allows)
- visual and instrumental evaluation of burr wear (pitting, deformation)
- test grinding at 5–7 different settings (coarse to extra-fine)
- preparation of control espresso shots at standard 25–30 ml in 25–30 seconds
- measurement of TDS (total dissolved solids) and extraction yield (on request)
- tuning for specific bean roast level used by the client (light, medium, dark)
- checking grind uniformity (absence of boulders and fines)
- adjustment for drink type (espresso, lungo, americano)
- marking / photographing the optimal grind dial position for the client
- recommendations for future self-adjustment when changing beans
- external cleaning of hopper and grind area
Service is performed on all types of built-in grinders (conical or flat burrs) in De’Longhi, Saeco, Philips, Jura, Krups, Siemens, Bosch, Melitta, Nivona, Gaggia and other brands.
When Grind Setting Is Needed
Professional grind calibration is necessary in the following situations:
- coffee comes out watery, with little to no crema or with sourness
- espresso pours too fast (10–15 seconds) or too slow (over 50 seconds)
- coffee taste is inconsistent — same dose yields different results
- changed bean type or roast level and previous setting no longer works
- grinder has not been cleaned for a long time — grind became uneven
- machine shows errors “too fine grind”, “clogging”, “grinder blocked”
- coffee taste worsened sharply after grinder cleaning
- large amount of fines or boulders visible in the grind
- want to achieve maximum espresso quality for specific beans
- machine used for more than 6–12 months without professional calibration
Proper grind setting is the key to stable and delicious espresso, especially when switching beans or after prolonged use.
Work Stages
- Inspection and test grind at current setting
- Evaluation of grind quality (appearance, particle distribution, brew time, taste)
- Deep cleaning of grind chamber, burrs, and channels from oils and dust
- Checking burr condition and adjustment mechanism
- Test grinding at several steps with time and volume recording
- Preparation of reference espresso (25–30 ml in 25–30 seconds)
- Analysis of crema, body, acidity, bitterness, balance
- Step-by-step correction of grind dial position
- Repeated brews until stable result is achieved
- Fixing optimal position for client (photo or marker)
- Control brew on another bean type (if available)
- Cleaning of hopper and grind area
- Providing recommendations for self-adjustment when changing beans
Why Choose Grade in Khmelnytskyi
Grade in Khmelnytskyi has extensive experience in precise grind calibration on coffee machines of different brands. We use professional tools for grind assessment and extraction control, and understand the burr and dial specifics of each manufacturer. After calibration, the client receives consistent results and clear guidance for future use. Real customer reviews are available here: reviews. We also provide full coffee machine repair, robot vacuum repair, charging station repair and other appliance services. Contacts: +380 97 719 4430, Telegram. Schedule: Mon–Sun 11:00–20:00. Address: Khmelnytskyi, Panasa Myrnoho St., 31/3.
Easy from Anywhere in Ukraine
Can’t bring your coffee machine to Khmelnytskyi? Ship it via Nova Poshta. We accept equipment from any city in Ukraine, perform professional grind setting and return the machine with perfectly calibrated grinder. All shipping conditions and details are described here: shipping via Nova Poshta. Convenient for customers from Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, Dnipro, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia and other regions.
