Find and Book piano movers near me

Looking for trusted piano movers nearby? We're here to connect you with approved professionals who pride themselves on moving pianos safely and securely.

Whether you're relocating to a new area, downsizing, or just need help moving a piano from one room to another, here's how to find reliable piano moving services near you.

Simple ways to find piano movers near you

Transporting a piano requires specialist skills and equipment - it's a different ballgame to standard house removals. Pianos are heavy, delicate instruments that need careful handling.

Here are three ways to find experienced trades who know what they're doing:

1. Download the Checkatrade app

Quality trades at your fingertips. Search, chat, and book with ease in the Checkatrade app.

Share some details of the job and photos of your piano (if necessary) with a piano removal firm of your choice, or let us recommend one for you.

2. Search online for piano removals near you

People search for tradespeople every day on Checkatrade. Enter your postcode below to see Checkatrade-approved piano movers who operate in your area.

• Find contact details on their Checkatrade profile and call or message directly

• Read customer reviews

• Book your job for a time that suits you

3. Use our request a quote form

Wondering how much it might cost to move a piano or keen to compare prices?

You can use our request a quote form and piano movers who have been checked by Checkatrade can get in touch directly and discuss pricing.

Why hire professional piano movers?

Pianos are often valuable and sentimental pieces - and they're much heavier than you might imagine.

• An upright piano can weigh over 200kg - about the same as a fully stocked vending machine or two adult pandas!

• Some grand pianos weigh more than 500kg - that's in the same realm as a small car or a fully-grown polar bear!

Their weight, combined with the delicate inner mechanisms, means that moving a piano is best left to trained professionals.

Experienced piano movers will:

• Use protective padding and secure wrapping to avoid damage

• Have proper equipment including ramps, straps, and piano dollies

• Drive specially kitted-out vans to protect your piano while in transit

• Know how to navigate awkward corners, narrow staircases, and tight doorways with precision and care

So while it may be tempting to hire a 'man with a van' or ask a few friends to help move your piano, it really is worth investing in the help of specially-trained piano movers.

Choosing the right tradesperson for the job means in this instance you get to safeguard your piano, your property, and your back!

We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.

What to look for in a piano moving service

Having decided to use piano moving services covering your area, keep these factors in mind when making your choice of hire:

• Experience: A specialist piano moving firm will be fully trained in moving all types of pianos including upright, grand, and electric

• Specialist equipment: Moving a piano often involves navigating tricky terrain - steps, gravel, or grass. Expert piano movers have all the necessary equipment to ensure your instrument is safe and secure during transit

• Customer reviews: Feedback from previous customers is a great way to gauge the quality of service provided

Additional factors to consider

• Insurance: Ensure your chosen piano movers have adequate public liability insurance

• Pricing: Where possible, get a selection of quotes from local piano movers to ensure you receive a fair and competitive price

Many piano movers also offer piano storage or disposal, so be sure to ask if this is something you need help with.

What to expect from Checkatrade-approved piano movers

We know how important it is to find and hire top-quality, reliable professionals you can trust.

That's why we only give our seal of approval to members who pass up to 12 checks and commit to upholding The Checkatrade Standard to:

• Deliver a high-quality of work

• Maintain high standards of personal conduct

• Work safely, ethically, and within their skill set

• Communicate clearly and honestly

• Agree costs and contract terms upfront

• Encourage and welcome customer reviews

Checkatrade Guarantee

We also guarantee work carried out by our members up to £1,000 (eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply). It is there to give you extra peace of mind that you could be covered if the quality of the job isn’t what it should be.

Every Checkatrade job is backed by our £1,000 guarantee

Up to £1000. Eligibility criteria and T&C’s apply.

Your questions about piano moving services answered

How much does it cost to move a piano?

The cost of moving a piano will vary based on:

• The type and size of the piano

• The distance it needs to be moved

• The location of the piano within your home and any tricky obstacles that need to be manoeuvred

• Any additional services that are required, such as packing or storage

• The pricing structure of your piano mover, i.e. a flat fee or an hourly rate

For an accurate quote, contact piano movers near you via a request a quote form.

Do piano movers offer piano storage, disposal, or recycling services?

For many people, especially when relocating, there may be a need for piano storage.

Safe and secure piano storage is often offered by piano removal companies, crucially ensuring your instrument is stored at the right temperature and humidity.

Piano disposal and recycling services

If your piano has reached the end of its life, your local piano moving service may be able to help with responsible disposal and recycling.

• Specialists will remove the piano from your home and then strip away any parts that can be re-used to restore other instruments

• The rest of the piano is then safely dismantled and parts are either recycled or disposed of

Can I hire trolley wheels to move my piano myself?

Yes. If you plan to manoeuvre your piano yourself, hiring a set of piano wheels from a local piano removal company can be a great help.

Find an experienced piano moving service near you

We've checked and approved several piano moving specialists that cover your area, making it quick and easy to find local trades that would be right for the job.

Simply search your postcode, below, to get started.