{"id":26536,"date":"2024-01-24T08:35:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T12:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=26536"},"modified":"2024-01-24T09:40:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T13:40:58","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-move-a-piano","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-move-a-piano\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Move a Piano?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/445\" width=\"690\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-music-1.jpg\" alt=\"Piano music is truly magical.\" class=\"wp-image-38740 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-music-1.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-music-1-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hl-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The average piano moving cost is about <strong>$200 &#8211; $400 <\/strong>for local moves and <strong>$1,000 &#8211; $2,000 <\/strong>for long-distance moves.<\/li><li>The cost to move a piano depends on several factors such as the type and size of the musical instrument, the move distance, and the specifics of the pickup and delivery locations.<\/li><li>There are various additional costs &#8211; extra services, special packing requirements, obstacles, rush jobs, insurance, retuning, etc. &#8211; that can add to the final piano moving cost.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-1e690c\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Average_Cost_to_Move_a_Piano\">How Much Does It Cost to Move a Piano? <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_Is_the_Piano_Moving_Cost_Calculated?\">How Is the Piano Moving Cost Calculated?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Additional_Costs_of_Moving_a_Piano\">Additional Costs of Moving a Piano<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Special_packing_requirements\">1. Special packing requirements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Hoisting_services\">2. Hoisting services<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Additional_items_\">3. Additional items <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Rush_jobs\">4. Rush jobs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Piano_moving_insurance\">5. Piano moving insurance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Rescheduling_\">6. Rescheduling <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Storage\">7. Storage<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Re-tuning\">8. Re-tuning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Piano_Moving_Cost_Factors\">Piano Moving Cost Factors<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Type_and_Size_of_the_Piano\">1. Type and Size of the Piano<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Move_Distance\">2. Move Distance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Peculiarities_of_the_Pickup_and_Delivery_Locations\">3. Peculiarities of the Pickup and Delivery Locations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_Find_Good,_Affordable_Piano_Movers\">How to Find the Best Piano Movers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The sound of piano music is one of the loveliest and most magical sounds in the world. It\u2019s gentle and overpowering, cheerful and solemn, soothing and moving all at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is only natural then that the instrument that produces such delightful, exquisite, and powerful music would be just as beautiful, delicate, and awe-inspiring as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A piano is a thing of beauty and grandeur. It\u2019s a graceful and elegant item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, a piano is also a monstrously big musical instrument. Moving it from one place to another requires a great deal of effort and care. Not only are pianos extremely large and heavy, but they\u2019re also very delicate and sensitive and, thus, quite vulnerable to damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of it, they\u2019re very expensive and highly valuable as well &#8211; more often than not, pianos are treasured family heirlooms passed down from one generation to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/piano-moving\/\">Moving a piano by yourself<\/a> is, therefore, not a good idea. The job is better left to the professionals \u2013 experienced piano movers who have the specialized equipment and expert skills to relocate your magnificent instrument safely and efficiently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how much do piano movers cost? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will you be able to afford the piano moving price?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to find out the average cost to move a piano, including the factors that determine the actual price in every particular relocation case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Average_Cost_to_Move_a_Piano\">How Much Does It Cost to Move a Piano? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the average cost of moving a piano? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The average piano moving cost is about <strong>$200 &#8211; $400 <\/strong>for local moves and <strong>$1,000 &#8211; $2,000 <\/strong>for long-distance moves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Type of Move<\/td><td>Average Piano Moving Cost<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Local move<\/td><td><strong>$200 &#8211; $400<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Long-distance move<\/td><td><strong>$1,000 &#8211; $2,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the average piano moving cost by type?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving an upright piano can cost as little as <strong>$150 &#8211; $500<\/strong>, while the cost to move a baby grand piano goes up to <strong>$250 &#8211; $2,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Type of Piano<\/td><td>Average Piano Moving Cost<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Upright piano<\/td><td><strong>$150 &#8211; $500<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Baby grand piano<\/td><td><strong><strong>$250 &#8211; $2,000<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can move a standard upright piano within the city for a little more than a hundred dollars, but moving a grand piano long distance will cost you just a tad less than two thousand dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/average-moving-cost\/\">What Is the Average Moving Cost?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_Is_the_Piano_Moving_Cost_Calculated?\">How Is the Piano Moving Cost Calculated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two basic ways to calculate piano moving costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>An hourly rate<\/strong> \u2013 Most local movers charge an hourly rate with a minimum of 3 hours (the amount of time it usually takes to safely carry a piano from its location inside a home into a moving truck, drive to the required destination within the same city, unload the instrument, and take it inside its new home);<\/li><li><strong>A flat rate<\/strong> \u2013 Cross-country piano movers usually quote a flat rate based on the type of piano being relocated, the distance of the move, and the difficulty of the job.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-26552\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-lifting.jpg\" alt=\"Special piano moving services incur extra charges\" class=\"wp-image-26552 lazyload\" width=\"360\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-lifting.jpg 470w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-lifting-282x300.jpg 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><figcaption>Up you go!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional piano movers typically have a base rate of <strong>$50<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When estimating moving costs, they add mileage at an average rate of about $1.50 per mile for local moves and $3 per mile for long-distance<strong> <\/strong>moves, and extra charges for steps, stairs, and other obstacles to that basic price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, they consider how many workers and what kind of equipment will be required for safely packing, lifting, carrying, and transporting the piano (depending on the weight of the musical instrument, its size, and shape, its location within the home, any special packing or handling requirements, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good to know:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1)<\/strong> In addition to specially-equipped moving trucks with ramps, piano moving requires a lot of specialty equipment to ensure the safety of the delicate musical instrument:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a piano moving dolly &#8211; <strong>$200<\/strong><\/li><li>a hump strap &#8211; <strong>$25<\/strong><\/li><li>a piano skid board &#8211; <strong>$125<\/strong><\/li><li>a locking piano belt &#8211; <strong>$25<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2)<\/strong> Depending on the instrument\u2019s weight and size, 3 to 5 movers may be needed to perform the job in a safe and efficient manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of labor and equipment is included in the movers\u2019 quote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you do the math, the cost to move an upright piano locally comes to about $150 and the cost to move a grand piano across the country \u2013 to about $1,050. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These prices, however, increase by <strong>$40-$100<\/strong> per flight of stairs and further <strong>$40\u2013$240 <\/strong>per every other obstacle, resulting in the average piano moving costs of <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>$200<\/strong> for local moves (for small pianos), and <\/li><li><strong>$2,000<\/strong> for long-distance relocations (for grand pianos).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Additional_Costs_of_Moving_a_Piano\">Additional Costs of Moving a Piano<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you have a good idea of how piano shipping costs are calculated, but as is usually the case, the cost equation isn\u2019t that simple \u2013 a variety of other factors come into play and affect the final price as well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Special_packing_requirements\">1. Special packing requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-26549\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-moving-cost.jpg\" alt=\"Piano movers take many factors into account when estimating the piano moving cost.\" class=\"wp-image-26549 lazyload\" width=\"465\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-moving-cost.jpg 500w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-moving-cost-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>So, how much to move my piano across town?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a very large, very sensitive, or very valuable piano that needs crating or taking apart for shipping, this will add to the moving cost:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Partial disassembly: $100<\/strong>. Grand pianos often need to be partially dismantled to be taken safely out of the house \u2013 the movers will usually remove the legs, pedal box, and music rack of the instrument and charge you about $100 for the service;<\/li><li><strong>Crating: $800-$1,200<\/strong>. A grand piano crating fee starts at $800 and goes up to $1,200 for heat-treated crating;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Hoisting_services\">2. Hoisting services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your piano doesn\u2019t fit through the doors or down the stairs, it will have to be moved in or out of the property through a window using a special crane. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This specialized service can cost you about <strong>$750 &#8211; $1,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Additional_items_\">3. Additional items <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any additional items you want to be moved with your piano (such as a piano bench for example) will cost about $1 per pound (a minimum of $20 for each item).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Rush_jobs\">4. Rush jobs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A last-minute relocation may cost double the regular price of piano moving services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be charged a rush fee of up to <strong>$300<\/strong> <strong>for a local move<\/strong> and <strong>$400 &#8211; $700 for a long-distance move<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Piano_moving_insurance\">5. Piano moving insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional piano movers offer free insurance up to $5,000. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to ensure your peace of mind and purchase additional insurance, it will cost you <strong>$10-$15<\/strong> per $1,000 of value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Rescheduling_\">6. Rescheduling <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not ready at the scheduled moving time or if no one is available at the pickup or delivery locations when the piano movers arrive, you\u2019ll be charged a rescheduling (or cancellation) fee of up to <strong>$400<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Storage\">7. Storage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to put your piano in storage for a while during your move (in case your new home isn\u2019t ready to move in yet, for example), you\u2019ll have to pay <strong>$50\u2013$75 a month <\/strong>to have the instrument stored in a climate-controlled unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/storage-options-for-moving\/\">Storage Options for Moving: Temporary Storage Solutions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Re-tuning\">8. Re-tuning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is highly recommended to have your piano tuned after it has been moved \u2013 despite your chosen piano movers\u2019 best efforts, the delicate internal parts of the instrument may get a little shaken or loose during transportation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, it may be necessary to retune the piano to account for climate and humidity. Wait for a couple of weeks after the move so the piano has enough time to adjust to the humidity in the new place and then have the instrument professionally tuned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This piano tuning service will cost you about <strong>$100 &#8211; $150<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/hidden-moving-costs\/\">Extra Charges and Fees When Hiring Movers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The final piano moving cost equation looks as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Base rate <\/strong>($50)<strong> + Cost per mile <\/strong>($1.5\/$3.00)<strong> + Cost per stair <\/strong>($5.00)<strong> + Cost per hardship <\/strong>($40-$240) <strong>+ Extra charges<\/strong> (special services, insurance, storage, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To sum it up:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;Type of Move<\/td><td>Upright piano<\/td><td>Grand piano<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Local move<\/td><td>$150-$300 (average cost of $200)<\/td><td>$250-$650 (average cost of $400)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Long distance move<\/td><td>$500-$800 (average cost of $600)<\/td><td>$1,000-$2,000 (average cost of $2,000)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Piano_Moving_Cost_Factors\">Piano Moving Cost Factors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost to move a piano depends on the type of musical instrument, the type of the move, and the specific circumstances in each relocation scenario:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Type_and_Size_of_the_Piano\">1. Type and Size of the Piano<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-26543\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/grand-piano.jpg\" alt=\"The piano moving cost depends on the type and size of the musical instrument.\" class=\"wp-image-26543 lazyload\" width=\"435\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/grand-piano.jpg 500w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/grand-piano-300x241.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>An exquisite piece of art.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Different pianos have different shapes, sizes, and weights and require different handling techniques and equipment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, the type of your musical instrument will have a major impact on its moving cost:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Heavier pianos require more workers and more specialized equipment, so they cost more to move;<\/li><li>Larger pianos may require partial disassembly and\/or crating (as well as greater amounts of cushioning and wrapping materials, of course), which adds to the moving cost;<\/li><li>Grand pianos have a unique shape that makes them very difficult to maneuver and carry around, so they\u2019re more expensive to move than upright pianos; etc.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to accurately calculate the moving cost and determine what kind of equipment, how many people, and how much time will be required for the job, piano movers need to know the type, size, make, and model of the musical instrument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, when looking for piano movers and asking for cost estimates, make sure you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1) Specify the type of your piano correctly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Spinet pianos are less than 40 inches tall and weigh about 300-400 lbs.;<\/li><li>Upright pianos are compact instruments that weigh between 500 and 800 lbs.;<\/li><li>Grand pianos have a distinctive shape with beautiful curves. They are longer than they are tall and can weigh anywhere from 600 to 1200 lbs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2) Measure the size of the piano precisely:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>If you have an upright piano, measure the height from the floor to the lid;<\/li><li>If you have a grand piano, measure the length from one end of the keyboard to its bow &#8211; baby grand pianos are usually less than six feet long, while concert versions can be up to seven feet long.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3) Find out the make and model of the piano<\/strong>, so the movers get an accurate idea of the specific shape and weight of your musical instrument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Move_Distance\">2. Move Distance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The distance the instrument must travel to its new home is the second most important factor that determines the cost of moving a piano. As a rule of thumb, the longer the distance, the higher the moving cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving a piano across the country costs more than moving a piano across town, as the moving company needs to account for the extra time and fuel required for a long-distance relocation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When calculating the moving cost, professional piano movers consider the distance to be covered and compute the mileage &#8211; they usually charge about $1.50-$2.50 per mile for a local move and $2.50-$10 per mile for a long-distance move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Peculiarities_of_the_Pickup_and_Delivery_Locations\">3. Peculiarities of the Pickup and Delivery Locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any obstacles that increase the difficulty of taking a piano in or out of a home greatly affect the final moving cost as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stairs pose the biggest challenge when moving a piano \u2013 taking the huge, heavy instrument up or down stairs is very difficult and risky and requires 2-3 strong people and specialized equipment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, moving companies charge an extra fee for moving a piano along a staircase &#8211; <strong>$5\u2013$10 per step <\/strong>or <strong>$40-$100 per staircase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-26546\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/difficult-piano-moving.jpg\" alt=\"Moving a grand piano requires a lot of skill and experience.\" class=\"wp-image-26546 lazyload\" width=\"460\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/difficult-piano-moving.jpg 500w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/difficult-piano-moving-300x209.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>Moving a piano is more of a challenge than you may have thought.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, when discussing costs and conditions with your piano moving company, make sure you tell them about any stairs at the pick-up or drop-off location ahead of time (not only inside either building but outside stairs leading up to the entrances as well).&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, the movers will be able to provide you with a more accurate cost estimate and will know what equipment to bring in order to take your piano up and down the steps safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there is an elevator at either location that the piano can fit into, that will bring down the moving cost considerably (especially if you\u2019re moving into or out of an upper-floor apartment).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other obstacles that may result in higher piano moving cost include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Spiral staircases;<\/li><li>Tight spaces and sharp turns;<\/li><li>Narrow doorways;<\/li><li>A gravel, brick, or grass walkway between the entrance to your home and the moving truck;<\/li><li>A hilly terrain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All these factors represent additional challenges to safely moving a piano and result in higher moving costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good to remember:<\/strong> Be sure to inform your piano movers of any possible obstacles and difficulties both at your old home and your new one, so that the pros can correctly assess the potential risks, bring the necessary equipment, send properly qualified and experienced workers, and ensure a safe and smooth relocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_to_Find_Good,_Affordable_Piano_Movers\">How to Find the Best Piano Movers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-26557 size-full\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-movers.jpg\" alt=\"Professional piano movers will ensure the safety of your musical instrument during the relocation.\" class=\"wp-image-26557 lazyload\" width=\"475\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-movers.jpg 500w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/piano-movers-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>You know quality when you see it.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, moving a piano is neither easy nor cheap &#8211; to ensure the safety of your musical instrument and avoid breaking the bank during your relocation endeavor, you need to get the best piano moving services at the best possible price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is, in fact, feasible to find cheap piano movers who are also highly competent and completely reliable specialists \u2013 you just need to know how to search properly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Step 1<\/strong>. <a href=\"\/moving-cost-estimator.php\">Fill out a moving quote<\/a> to get in contact with several reputable piano movers in your area;<\/li><li><strong>Step 2<\/strong>. <strong>Visit <\/strong>the companies\u2019 websites to find additional useful information \u2013 see what services the movers offer, check their tariffs, find out how long they\u2019ve been in business, look for credentials and evidence of professional qualification, verify their USDOT numbers, etc.; <\/li><li><strong>Step 3. Read<\/strong> moving reviews left by people who have recently worked with the piano movers you\u2019re interested in to see if they were happy with the moving services they received;<\/li><li><strong>Step 4. Request <\/strong>on-site estimates from the piano moving companies that seem to best suit your needs, requirements, and available budget;<\/li><li><strong>Step 5. Show<\/strong> the movers your piano and inform them about any possible difficulties in both your old home and your new one (stairs, tight spaces, gravel walkways, limited access, etc.). <\/li><li><strong>Step 6. Discuss<\/strong> any special handling requirements you may have, any necessary (or desirable) extra services, preferred pickup and delivery dates, and any other relevant details. Ask about your insurance options as well;<\/li><li><strong>Step 7. Compare<\/strong> the offers and choose the best piano movers for you. 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