Piano moving guide

Preparing Your Piano for Relocation: Step-by-Step Guide

Read preparing Your Piano for Relocation: Step-by-Step Guide. Review model, access, scope and planning questions before arranging a piano move.

A homeowner clearing loose belongings from a piano bench
Illustrative image.

Confirm the proposed mover’s actual capability, protection, timing and written scope for the instrument and route. Pianos are delicate instruments with intricate components, and their size and weight add to the complexity of the move. Confirm the proposed mover’s actual capability, protection, timing and written scope for the instrument and route.

Step 1: Gather Supplies

Before you begin, gather the necessary supplies:

  • Piano moving blankets or padding
  • Stretch wrap or plastic wrap
  • Piano board or skid board
  • Piano dollies
  • Furniture straps
  • Tape
  • Toolkit for disassembly (if required)

Step 2: Measure and Plan

Measure the dimensions of your piano to ensure it will fit through doorways, hallways, and any tight spaces during the move. Create a detailed plan for the relocation, including the path the piano will take through your home.

Step 3: Clear the Area

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.

Step 4: Protect the Piano

  • Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.
  • Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.

Professional disassembly and reassembly considerations

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.

Step 6: Position the Piano on a Board

Place the piano on a piano board or skid board, ensuring it’s centered and balanced. Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.

Step 7: Use Piano Dollies

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead. Ensure that the dollies are securely attached and locked in place.

Step 8: Load the Piano Carefully

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead.

Step 9: Secure the Piano in the Vehicle

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead. Ensure that it cannot shift or tip over during transit.

Professional disassembly and reassembly considerations

Upon arrival at your new location, carefully unload the piano and place it in its designated spot. If you disassembled any parts, reassemble them according to the manufacturer’s instructions or seek professional assistance.

Step 11: Post-Move Inspection

After your piano is in place, inspect it for any signs of damage or issues. If needed, schedule a tuning session to bring your piano back to its optimal pitch.

Conclusion

Leave instrument lifting, tipping, disassembly, loading and stair handling to qualified piano movers; provide route photos and dimensions instead. Related information: 801-396-7323 ; our website

Use model-specific guidance

Leave lifting and instrument disassembly to qualified professionals. Exact model information and the real route are more useful than generic weight, price or clearance figures.

A good move starts with a good plan

Your piano. Both locations.
The details that matter.

Tell us what you know. Leave the guessing and lifting out of it.