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Piano and specialty item moving
Piano and specialty moving covers items that a standard moving crew should not handle alone because of their weight or fragility. Upright and grand pianos, gun safes, sculptures and antiques are in this group.
Each item gets its own route plan. We measure stair turns, door widths and floor strength, and bring in a crane or exterior hoist when needed.
Process
Step by step
- 01
Item details
We ask for the make, model, weight and size. For pianos the type matters most; for safes, the weight.
- 02
Route check
We measure the entrance, stairs, elevator and door widths and look at floor strength.
- 03
Equipment
We choose a piano board, lifting straps, a ramp or a crane. The crew includes people experienced with that kind of item.
- 04
The move
The item is wrapped with edge and corner protection and secured so it cannot shift in transit.
- 05
Placement
The piano or safe is set in its new spot. For pianos, we can point you to a tuner.
Details
Method by item type
| Item | Method |
|---|---|
| Upright piano | Piano dolly, four-person crew, strapped carry on stairs |
| Grand piano | Legs and lid removed, turned on its side on a piano board |
| Gun safe | Powered stair climber or pallet jack, floor strength check, crane if needed |
| Sculpture, antique | Custom wooden crate, padding and a declared value |
| Large item on an upper floor | Exterior hoist or crane |
Included in the price
- Specialty equipment (piano board, straps, stair climber)
- A crew suited to the item
- Protective wrapping and crating
- Route check and plan
- Valuation coverage based on the declared value
What changes the price
- Weight and size of the item
- Stairs, floors and door widths
- Whether a crane or hoist is needed
- Distance
- Declared value
Common mistakes
- Moving a piano the wrong way and stressing the soundboard. This is why an experienced crew matters.
- Not telling us the weight of a safe. Floors and stairs may not be able to take it.
- Moving antiques without declaring their value. Claims are paid based on the declared value.
- Skipping a tuning after the move. Pianos drift out of tune after being moved.
A rough price for this job
Enter your home size, stairs and distance to see a range right away. The exact price comes in a written estimate.
FAQ
Questions about this service
Does a piano need tuning after a move?
Yes. Movement and a change in room conditions affect tuning. We suggest waiting a few weeks in the new room before having it tuned.
Can a gun safe go up or down stairs?
It depends on the weight and the staircase. Most safes are moved with a powered stair climber or a crane; we decide during the estimate.
Do antiques need separate coverage?
Coverage is based on the value you declare. For high-value items, give us the value in writing before the move.
Often booked with this service: residential moving, office moving and apartment and high-rise moving. For dates and prices, reach us through the contact page.