Moving a piano, though it sounds similar, is not like moving furniture. Its attractive exterior hides a delicate instrument and internal mechanism that, in many cases, can be damaged quite easily if handled carelessly by inexperienced hands. Moving your piano yourself might be seen to be time- and money-saving, but that decision may not prove to be one that will be beneficial in the long term if it leads to more personal injury, scratches on the floor, damage to walls or even serious and very expensive repairs to the piano itself. 

Control, even on a small upright piano, may prove somewhat challenging; however, a grand piano, owing to its proportions, size and weight, would require even more skill from any handlers. It is for reasons such as these that many people here in Brisbane opt to let professional piano removalists take care of this moving burden, allowing their valuable instruments and other belongings to be handled with utmost care. If you require the services of professional removalists, especially those dedicated to fine instrument relocation such as piano removalists, we can help with professional moving solutions in Brisbane and the surrounding areas provided by Highend Movers.  Contact us for information on 0491 737 959 and  mail us on info.highendmovers@gmail.com.

What Can Go Wrong When You Move a Piano Yourself?

Pianos are extremely heavy and are not exactly designed for easy moving. The delicate internal mechanisms of the piano also need to be handled with care at all stages of the move, including during the loading, transport and unloading stages. Here are some of the reasons why piano moves DIY can go wrong:

1. Personal injuries: 

The weight of a piano means that movers who are unfamiliar with proper techniques are at a very high risk of severe injury. This includes back strains, crushing injuries to the fingers and toes, falls and being knocked down by the instrument. 

2. Damage to the piano: 

If a piano slips or isn’t properly secured, it is likely to get damaged. Scratches, dents, broken legs or broken internal mechanisms can make a piano worthless.

3. Damage to the floor: 

A piano is heavy and can quite easily do damage to the floor underneath it if being dragged or rolled across it. 

4. Damage to walls and other property: 

The awkward dimensions of a piano mean it’s difficult to move around corners and through doorways without causing some sort of damage to surrounding walls, furniture and property.

5. Control on stairs:

If you lose control of the piano while moving it down stairs, or if the people lifting it lose their grip, then you face a serious accident scenario which puts yourself, your possessions and anyone near you at severe risk.

What Equipment Do Professional Piano Removalists Use?

Piano removals experts employ specific equipment to manage the instrument’s weight, shield and lower the probability of personal injury as well as property damage. Here are the key tools of the piano movers:

1. Piano Dollies: 

Professional-grade piano dollies support and enable people to move and guide the piano over most level ground or suitable flooring. They provide more stability and easier management compared to manually dragging.

2. Heavy- Duty Moving Straps: 

Specialised lifting and securing straps distribute the piano’s weight evenly among the movers while aiding stability and steering the piano carefully through confined passages.

3. Piano Covers/ moving blankets: 

Many thick padding layers, including many sheets of moving blankets, are provided to preserve the piano’s surface against scrapes, nicks or knocks that may occur during transit.

4. Piano boards and also sleds: 

Depending upon the condition and scale of the piano coupled with the moving circumstances, expert movers may bring along piano boards to lend optimum stability and management.

5. Ramps and other elevating devices: 

Portable ramps can ensure a much smoother progression of the piano from steps, loading zones or variations in ground level. In cases of quite tough moving assignments, movers can use the appropriate elevating equipment to lessen the strain upon individual movers.

What Does Professional Piano Moving Cost in Brisbane?

A professional Brisbane piano mover’s cost may fluctuate depending on the piano and the difficulty of the lift, distance to travel and complexity of the handling required. Factors contributing to a Professional Piano Moving Brisbane cost: 

Piano Type: 

Upright pianos, baby grands, as well as grand pianos need very different handling. Piano removal and storage can all lead to an increase in price. 

Piano weight: 

Heavy pianos would possibly require more movers and special apparatus. 

Travelling distances: 

Local moves would be significantly cheaper than moves that span much larger distances. 

Flights of stairs: 

A more difficult factor is the involvement of staircases, where the movers would have to employ techniques and more manpower. 

Entry restrictions: 

Navigating tight, challenging entry points, hallways and doors would all influence the time spent on the task and therefore its overall costs.

Piano Moving Safety Checklist

Moving an upright piano around Brisbane or a grand piano elsewhere in the properties will involve certain preparation. A piano is heavy, intricate, and hard to move and a safety checklist will prevent both damage to the property and injury. Here is the safety checklist:

• Measure all doorways and hallways where the piano will need to travel.
• Plot the exact moving path including the route throughout each hallway, stairs, entrances and loading areas.
• Remove any obstacles from this pathway, including furniture, rugs, toys and other items.
• Secure and remove children and animals from the premises where the piano moving will take place.
• Check stairs and floors for any hazards
• Rent or utilize correct piano moving equipment rather than human force or an object for support.
• Use ample padding and moving blankets to ensure adequate piano protection.
• Ensure that you have enough movers with the expertise necessary to handle the weight of the instrument.

Conclusion – Leave Piano Moving to the Professionals

The downsides might outweigh the benefits of moving your piano yourself by a lot! You risk injuries to yourself as well as your home’s floor and have been known to scratch up and crack elements of your piano, leading to high repair expenses.

Professional piano moves involve properly planning out a path, getting the appropriate gear, and understanding how to maneuver a tricky piano in and out of any kind of home or room, not to mention how to save it into a vehicle for transport. So regardless of whether moving a big grand piano or small upright, it might be more prudent to let some piano removalists in Brisbane  assist in the moving with care. Contact us for information on 0491 737 959 and  mail us on info.highendmovers@gmail.com.

FAQs About Moving a Piano

1. Why shouldn’t I move my piano myself?

Pianos are very large and heavy as well as being complex and sensitive. You could easily injure yourself, damage the piano, your flooring, walls or even your transport vehicle if you attempt the move yourself. 

2. How much will it cost to move my piano in Brisbane?

The price of moving your piano in Brisbane will vary based on its size and weight, the distance it needs to travel, number of stairs, difficulty of access, required equipment and many other variable factors

3. Can removal companies move a piano up or down stairs?

Experienced movers with access to the right equipment can tackle many stair-access moves, although this will be dependent on the number of stairs, their layout and design, the type of piano and access at each property.

4. Could moving a piano cause damage?

The potential for damage to either the piano (e.g. Scratches, dents or internal mechanisms broken) or your property is certainly greater when the move is attempted by an unprofessional.

5. Will my piano need to be tuned after being moved?

It is quite common to need to tune a piano after it has been moved due to factors such as vibration during transit, changes in temperature and humidity and settling into a new environment. 

6. How do I choose a company to move my piano in Brisbane?

When selecting someone to transport your precious instrument, try to choose professionals with experience handling pianos, the right equipment and packing materials, well-trained movers and the suitable transportation.