Piano Removals
Piano Removals Edgware – Specialist Piano Moving by Edgware Movers
Moving a piano safely needs much more than strength and a van. At Edgware Movers, we provide dedicated piano removals in Edgware and the surrounding areas, using specialist equipment, experienced crews and carefully planned methods to protect both your instrument and your property.
Specialist Piano Removals in Edgware
Pianos are heavy, delicate and awkward to move. The frame, strings, soundboard and finish can all be damaged by poor handling or the wrong lifting technique. Our team has years of hands-on experience moving:
- Upright and console pianos
- Baby grand and grand pianos
- Digital pianos and keyboard workstations
- School, church and performance venue pianos
We use piano skates, stair climbers, padded covers, ramps and secure tie-down systems to ensure a smooth, controlled move from start to finish.
Local Piano Moving Expertise in Edgware
As a local removals company, we know Edgware’s streets, parking restrictions and property layouts extremely well. That local knowledge makes a real difference when you are manoeuvring a heavy piano through tight hallways, basements or upper-floor flats.
We routinely work in:
- Family homes and flats across Edgware
- Schools, colleges and music academies
- Churches and community halls
- Rehearsal studios and performance venues
- Offices and hospitality venues with feature pianos
We can advise on access, parking suspensions and building protection before move day, helping everything run to time.
Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For
Our professional piano removals service is suitable for:
- Homeowners – Moving house or re-positioning a piano within your property.
- Renters – Moving a piano between rented flats or houses, including upper floors.
- Landlords – Relocating or removing pianos between tenancies or refurbishments.
- Businesses – Offices, hotels, restaurants and bars with feature pianos needing relocation.
- Students – Music students moving between home, halls and shared houses.
Whether you have a single upright in a flat or a grand piano in a performance space, we build the move around your specific piano, access and timings.
What Our Piano Removals Service Includes
Items and Services Included
Our piano removals typically cover:
- Upright, baby grand and grand pianos
- Digital pianos and heavy stage keyboards
- Detachable piano parts (legs, lyre, music stand) where safe to remove
- Padded wrapping and protection of the piano body
- Protection for floors, staircases and doorways
- Loading, transport and placement at the new address
- Standard positioning in the chosen room (subject to access)
What Is Not Included as Standard
To keep things clear and honest, the following are not usually included unless agreed in advance:
- Piano tuning or repairs after the move
- Internal dismantling of the piano mechanism
- Hoisting through windows where crane access is required
- Long-distance storage unless added as an extra service
- Moving unrelated household items, unless booked as a full removals service
If you need any of these, let us know when you enquire and we will advise what is possible and provide a clear price.
Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us with details of your piano, both addresses, access (stairs, lifts, parking) and preferred dates. We ask a few targeted questions and may request photos or short videos. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote outlining what is included.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For larger pianos, difficult access or high-value instruments, we recommend a professional survey. This can be virtual (video call) or onsite. We measure doorways, stair angles and check for any obstacles. This planning helps us select the correct equipment and crew size for a safe move.
3. Packing & Preparation
On move day, our trained team protects your property first – using floor runners, corner guards and door protectors where needed. We then carefully wrap the piano in padded covers, secure the lid and keyboard, and remove detachable parts on grand pianos as appropriate. Everything is labelled and kept together.
4. Loading & Transport
The piano is placed on a piano skate or specialist trolley and moved in a controlled manner to the vehicle. We use ramps, lift-gates and additional crew where required. Inside the vehicle, the piano is securely strapped and blocked to prevent movement. Our vehicles are maintained and equipped for heavy, delicate loads.
5. Unloading & Placement
At the destination, we repeat the protection process for floors and access routes. The piano is then moved into the chosen room, set in the agreed position and unwrapped. We re-fit any removed parts and carry out final checks. You can then arrange tuning once the piano has acclimatised to its new environment.
Transparent Pricing for Piano Removals
We price piano removals based on a few key factors:
- Type and size of piano (upright vs baby grand vs grand)
- Distance between addresses
- Number of stairs or floors involved
- Access difficulties (tight turns, narrow hallways, no lift)
- Any additional services, such as storage or same-day moves
Instead of one-size-fits-all rates, we provide a tailored quotation that explains exactly what you are paying for. There are no hidden extras added on the day, provided the information given at the quotation stage is accurate.
Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY
Trying to move a piano with friends or a casual man-and-van can be risky and often more expensive in the long run. Pianos can easily suffer damage to the case, pedals or internal frame, and properties can be marked, scuffed or structurally damaged on stairways.
By choosing professional piano movers you benefit from:
- Trained staff who understand piano weight distribution and safe lifting
- Specialist equipment designed for heavy instruments
- Fully insured transport for peace of mind
- Planned routes that reduce risk to both instrument and property
- Reliable timings and clear communication throughout
Insurance and Professional Standards
Your piano is valuable – financially and often emotionally – so we treat every move with the respect it deserves.
- Goods in transit insurance – Cover for your piano while it is in our care and on our vehicles, subject to terms and declared values.
- Public liability cover – Protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage to third-party property or injury caused by our operations.
- Trained moving teams – Our crews are professional, uniformed and experienced in handling heavy, delicate items.
We follow recognised best practice for lifting, securing loads and protecting both the instrument and the buildings involved.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We take pride in careful, considerate working practices:
- Use of padded covers, floor runners and door protectors to avoid scuffs and scratches
- Thoughtful route planning to minimise unnecessary handling
- Reusable blankets, wraps and protection materials wherever possible
- Modern, regularly serviced vehicles to reduce emissions
- Responsible disposal and recycling of any packaging we supply
Our aim is always to provide a safe, efficient piano move while treating your home or business with respect and reducing waste where we can.
Real-World Piano Removal Scenarios
Moving House with a Piano
Many customers book our piano service alongside a full house move. We plan the piano move into the wider schedule so it is handled by the right crew, at the right stage, without delaying the rest of your removal.
Office, School and Venue Relocations
For businesses, schools and venues, we can move pianos as part of a larger relocation or as a standalone job. Early planning around term dates, performance schedules and business hours helps keep disruption to a minimum.
Urgent or Short-Notice Piano Moves
Sometimes a piano needs to be moved quickly – for example, after a sale, ahead of building works or due to a tenancy change. Subject to availability, we can arrange same-day or next-day piano removals in Edgware and nearby areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a piano removal cost in Edgware?
The cost of a piano removal depends on the piano type, access and distance travelled. Upright pianos on the ground floor with straightforward access are usually at the lower end of our pricing, while baby grands or grands with stairs and tight turns cost more due to the extra time, crew and equipment required. Once we know your details, we provide a fixed, itemised quote so you can see exactly what is included. There are no surprise charges added on the day.
Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?
We can often accommodate same-day or short-notice piano moves in and around Edgware, especially for local journeys. Availability depends on our existing bookings, the size of your piano and the complexity of access. If you need an urgent move, call us as early as possible with full details so we can check vehicle and crew availability. Where we cannot offer same-day, we will usually be able to propose the earliest realistic slot and explain what is involved.
Is my piano insured while you move it?
Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our care, subject to policy terms and any declared value limits discussed at booking. We also hold public liability cover for additional protection. Insurance is there for peace of mind, but our primary focus is preventing incidents through careful planning, proper equipment and experienced handling. We are happy to explain our cover in more detail and confirm any specific requirements you may have before you book.
What is included in your piano removal service?
Our standard piano removal service includes the provision of a suitable vehicle, professional moving crew, protective covers, floor and property protection where needed, careful loading, secure transport and placement of the piano in its new position. We can also remove and re-fit detachable parts on grand pianos when appropriate. Tuning, repairs, crane lifts and storage are not included as standard but can often be arranged or recommended as additional services. Everything we do include will be clearly listed in your written quote.
How is a professional piano mover different from a man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van service may be fine for boxes and small furniture, but pianos require specific skills and equipment. As specialist movers, we provide trained crews, piano skates, ramps and heavy-duty securing systems, plus appropriate insurance. We also survey challenging jobs in advance and plan access routes carefully. This reduces the risk of damage to the piano, your property and the people involved. In many cases, choosing a professional from the outset is actually more economical than paying to fix avoidable damage later.
How far in advance should I book a piano removal?
For planned moves, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, particularly if you need a specific date or time slot, or if the piano is part of a larger house or office move. Weekends and month-end dates can fill up quickly. That said, we understand that not every move can be planned that far ahead. If you have a last-minute requirement, contact us and we will always do our best to find a suitable slot, even at short notice.
