The In’s & Out’s of Using Piano Movers

Moving a piano can be a difficult task. Make sure you plan your move in advance by assembling packaging items, getting equipment, and taking measurements. Piano movers are professionals who specialize in moving pianos. They have the equipment and know the safest and quickest ways to move a piano without damaging it. However, they can be expensive.

While residential movers are cheaper, you may not want to go that route. Some of them will want to take off the keyboard. This is something you do not want to do. They are also more likely to cause damage to your piano, which will cost you a lot of money to repair. Residential movers may not carry enough insurance to cover extreme damage. Piano moving requires a heavy duty dolly and other tools to pack up and move the instrument. Again, residential movers may or may not have what is required to move your piano safely and securely so do your research before hiring someone.


Professional piano movers can be found in the phone book or on the internet. Most of them will give you a free quote. They are more expensive, but these companies have the equipment and tools to do the job. However, many of them will not move pianos long distances. You’ll have to move your piano to a dealer where the company will then pick it up and move it for you. Professional movers are less likely to damage the piano and they carry enough insurance to cover even extreme damage or loss.

If you don’t want to use piano movers, pay attention to certain common sense tips to move the piano yourself.

Here are 8 tips:

1. Make preparations in advance.
2. Measure the piano and the room you are moving it into. Make sure the space allows access from all angles.
3. Assemble blankets and plastic pads to prevent scratches, dents, and weather damage.
4. Pianos weigh hundreds of pounds. You’ll need at least four strong people to move it, two in the front and two in the back.
5. Lift with your legs and not your back.
6. Close and lock the piano lid.
7. Move the piano slowly endways, not sideways.
8. If you have back problems, do not try to move it yourself.