Diagnose
What's going on with your guitar?
Pick the symptom that sounds most like yours. We'll list the likely causes, most common first, and say which ones are safe to fix at home.
Likely causes for
Strings feel too high and hard to press
Too much neck relief DIY
The neck bows forward too much, lifting the strings in the middle of the neck.
Saddles set high DIY
The string height at the bridge is higher than it needs to be.
Nut slots too shallow Luthier
Strings are hard to press near the first frets even when the rest feels fine. The slots need careful filing.
Not sure? Start with the first cause. Each guide checks it before you change anything.