Specialized Equipment
We use professional piano moving equipment including piano boards, heavy-duty straps, skid plates, and padded blankets specifically designed for pianos. This specialized gear protects your instrument and makes moves safer.
Professional Piano Moving Experts
Trust your valuable piano to specialists who understand the delicate nature of your instrument. Our trained team uses specialized equipment to ensure safe transportation.
Service Details
Everything you need to know about this service
What's Included
All the services included in your move
- Specialized piano moving equipment (dollies, ramps, straps)
- Professional piano movers trained in proper techniques
- Basic positioning at destination
What's NOT Included
Services not covered by this package
- Piano tuning after the move
What You Need to Prepare
Please have these items ready before your move
- Piano type (upright, baby grand, or grand)
- Staircase or elevator access information
- Measurements of doorways and hallways
- Current and destination floor level
- Any obstacles or tight spaces to navigate
Professional Piano MoversYou Can Trust
Moving a piano requires expertise, not just muscle. Our specially trained crews use professional-grade equipment and proven techniques to safely transport your instrument. From proper weight distribution to secure loading, every detail is handled with care—and backed by full insurance coverage for complete peace of mind.
Trained Piano Movers
Our piano moving crews receive specialized training in proper lifting techniques, weight distribution, and securing methods for different piano types. They understand the unique challenges of moving these heavy, delicate instruments.
Full Insurance Coverage
We carry comprehensive insurance specifically for high-value items like pianos. Your instrument is protected throughout the move, giving you peace of mind that your investment is secure.
Our Piano Moving Process
1Pre-Move Assessment
We assess your piano type, weight, dimensions, and path from current location to truck. We identify stairs, turns, doorways, and any obstacles.
2Preparation & Protection
We wrap the piano in thick padding and secure it with straps. Legs and pedals are wrapped separately. Grand piano lids are secured and the entire instrument is protected.
3Careful Maneuvering
Using piano boards and specialized dollies, we carefully move the piano through your home, protecting floors, walls, and doorways along the way.
4Secure Transport
The piano is loaded into our truck and secured with multiple tie-downs to prevent any movement during transport, even over bumps or turns.
5Precise Placement
We deliver and place your piano in its exact location, unwrap it, reattach legs if removed, and ensure it's stable and ready for use or tuning.
All Piano Types & Sizes
We move all types of pianos including upright pianos (console, studio, and professional uprights weighing 300-800 lbs), baby grand pianos (5-6 feet, 500-800 lbs), grand pianos (6-7 feet, 700-1,000 lbs), and concert grand pianos (7-9 feet, 900-1,200 lbs). Each type requires specific techniques and equipment.
Stairs significantly impact piano moves. We're experienced with stairs of all types including straight stairs, spiral stairs, narrow basement stairs, and exterior stairs. For particularly challenging situations, we can use crane services to lift pianos through windows or over balconies, though this is rarely necessary.
After moving, we recommend waiting 2-4 weeks before tuning to allow the piano to adjust to its new environment's temperature and humidity. Many customers arrange tuning services through us, or we can provide recommendations for qualified piano tuners in Western Canada.
Piano Moving FAQs
Piano moving costs vary by piano type, distance, and difficulty. Local upright piano moves typically cost $250-$500, while baby grand pianos cost $400-$700. Grand and concert grands cost $600-$1,200+ due to additional time and crew required. Stairs add $50-$150 per flight depending on type and width. Long-distance piano moves are quoted based on distance plus local pickup/delivery fees at each end. We provide accurate quotes after understanding your specific situation.
Yes, we carry specialized insurance for piano moving that covers the full value of your instrument. Standard moving insurance often has limitations for high-value items, but our piano-specific coverage ensures your investment is fully protected. We also take extensive photos before and after the move. For extremely valuable pianos (concert grands, antiques), you may want to notify your homeowner's insurance company. We can provide certificates of insurance if required.
Yes, we're experienced with piano moves involving stairs. Straight, wide stairs are most common and manageable with proper technique and equipment. Narrow stairs, curved stairs, or spiral stairs present additional challenges but we handle them regularly. For very difficult situations with tight turns or narrow spaces, we assess whether a crane lift through a window or balcony is necessary. We evaluate stairs during the initial assessment to provide accurate quotes and ensure we bring the right equipment.
Yes, it's recommended to have your piano professionally tuned 2-4 weeks after moving. The physical movement and change in environment (temperature, humidity) affect the piano's tuning and internal components. Waiting 2-4 weeks allows the piano to settle and adjust to the new environment before tuning. We can coordinate tuning services or provide recommendations for qualified piano tuners throughout BC, Alberta, and Manitoba.
Yes, we offer climate-controlled storage specifically suitable for pianos. Temperature and humidity control is critical for piano storage to prevent damage to the soundboard and strings. Our storage facilities maintain consistent conditions year-round. Storage is charged monthly. We can store your piano short-term (weeks) or long-term (months) until your new home is ready. The piano remains wrapped and protected throughout storage.
Grand piano moves are more complex than uprights. We remove the legs, pedal lyre, and music desk, wrapping each separately. The piano body is wrapped in thick padding, placed on its side on a piano board, and secured with straps. This reduces the overall dimensions for maneuvering through doorways and into the truck. At delivery, we reverse the process, reattaching all components. Grand pianos require 3-4 movers due to weight and size. The entire process takes 2-4 hours depending on distance and access.