I would imagine you should be able to get your turntable fixed for $80 - 150, if it is someone that knows what they are doing. It doesn't necessarily have to be a shop, even though that helps. But, I have heard enough stories about shops that don't know what they are doing, to be careful about getting solid recommendations. You mentioned "sending" it in. I hope you don't plan on shipping the turntable to someone for an estimate, unless you pack the table extremely well, and know you will have the work done, no matter the estimate. Otherwise, you might be wasting money.
The cool thing about turntables, is vinyl is hot and here to stay for awhile. So that means there are many options on the market, but new and used. If you decide to replace your turntable, you can get some good deals on Rega tables. For the money, I don't think you can do better on new. I have my Dad's first turntable, an AR XA that has been modified with a Rega RB250 tonearm. That tonearm is rated the best value for it's sonic performance and price point. I bought a second one for the turntable I'm working on now.
The cool thing about turntables, is vinyl is hot and here to stay for awhile. So that means there are many options on the market, but new and used. If you decide to replace your turntable, you can get some good deals on Rega tables. For the money, I don't think you can do better on new. I have my Dad's first turntable, an AR XA that has been modified with a Rega RB250 tonearm. That tonearm is rated the best value for it's sonic performance and price point. I bought a second one for the turntable I'm working on now.
