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For centuries, church bells have played a prominent role in the history of countries, communities, and places of worship throughout the world. Historically, church bells have served as timekeepers, used to mark the hour for work, prayer and community gatherings. The church bells of today often ring to commemorate occasions and events. The impact of melodious cast bronze church bells is timeless. Enclosed in the most prominent landmark towers and steeples, church bells help to define city skylines and countryside character. They are known and recognized, both in sight and sound, as local fixtures, representing the enduring quality of community.
Since 1842, Verdin has been casting the finest church bells, enabling clients to create their own piece of history. Verdin church bells are cast bronze, each unique and hand crafted for a specific customer. These bronze church bells are crafted in the same tradition of workmanship as those from the 15th century using 21st century innovations and capabilities. Six generations of Verdins have been dedicated to the utmost quality in their craft.
Verdin church bells celebrate life and liberty, call parishioners to prayer, chime in celebration, toll in reverence and ring in remembrance. They call us to honor our past and set the tone for our future. Bringing order and inspiration to life, church bells have always been, and will continue to be, a cherished part of society.
Church Bell Restoration and Preservation
From a carillon of many bells to a solitary church bell, all suffer the effects of age.
While cast bronze bells themselves are, for the most part, indestructible, the many mechanical parts which enable the church bell to sound and the supporting bell frame are not. Constant exposure to weather, extremes of temperature, and even neglect, the mechanical elements may be deteriorating, rusting into dust. Even bell instruments only a few years old may be in need of attention.
The Verdin Company can help maintain, service or preserve your church bells. When was the last time your church bells were serviced for safety and maintenance issues?
The Verdin Company is restoring three cast bronze church bells that are in urgent need of repair at Holy Cross-Immaculata. The 149 year old bell tower was silenced in 2008 because the equipment that houses and rings the bells has become dangerously fragile and in need of replacement.
Verdin has been casting and restoring fine church bells since 1842. Verdin church bells are cast bronze, each unique and crafted in the same tradition of workmanship as those from the 15th century using 21st century innovations and capabilities. Five generations of Verdins have been dedicated to the utmost quality in their craft.
