The best thing to have in these situations is a friend at a local music store or, as in Lisa's case, a handy luthier. Someone that specializes in guitar maintenance that can look at your guitars a few times a year to make according adjustments to your instruments. If you find someone you trust in this department, you really cannot go wrong and should treat this person like your plumber, lawyer, or mechanic; someone you can't live without. It is a small investment and very much worth it.

Best of luck and hopefully you've got it all figured out and your guitar is in good shape despite your setback. ;)