Piano Removals by Farringdon Removals
Moving a piano is never just another job. At Farringdon Removals, our dedicated piano removals team combines specialist equipment, careful planning and years of hands-on experience to move your instrument safely, efficiently and with full insurance protection.
Specialist Piano Removals Explained
Pianos are heavy, delicate and awkward to move. The weight sits unevenly, the frame can twist if lifted incorrectly, and the finish is easily damaged. Our professional piano removals service is built around protecting both the instrument and your property.
We handle:
- Upright piano removals – standard, studio and tall uprights
- Grand and baby grand piano removals – including dismantling of legs and lyre
- Digital piano removals – consoles and stage pianos
- Internal moves – room-to-room or floor-to-floor within the same property
- Property-to-property moves – local and longer-distance relocations
Every move is planned in advance, from access and parking to stairways, lifts and tight turns, so there are no surprises on the day.
Local Piano Removal Expertise
As a locally based removals company, we understand the types of properties, street layouts and access challenges you find in {area} and the surrounding areas. That local knowledge helps us choose the right vehicle, crew size and equipment for each piano removal.
Whether it is a terraced house with narrow hallways, a flat with a small lift, or a large house with multiple flights of stairs, we have almost certainly dealt with similar situations before. We plan your route carefully to minimise risk and disruption.
Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For
Our specialist piano service is designed for:
- Homeowners moving house or rearranging rooms
- Renters changing flats or houses and needing careful handling in shared spaces
- Landlords relocating pianos between properties or into storage
- Businesses such as schools, music studios, theatres, churches and venues
- Students at music colleges or universities moving term-time accommodation
Whether it is a family heirloom upright or a concert grand, we treat every piano with the same level of care.
What Is Included in Our Piano Removals
Our standard piano removals service typically includes:
- Pre-move questions and guidance by phone or email
- Optional survey (virtual or onsite) for complex moves
- Protective wrapping of the piano with padded covers and straps
- Use of specialist piano trolley or skid where suitable
- Careful navigation of stairs, steps and tight access
- Loading and secure transport in a purpose-equipped vehicle
- Unloading and positioning of the piano in the new location
- Basic floor and doorway protection where required
What Is Not Included as Standard
To keep things transparent, the following are usually not included in a standard piano removal unless agreed in advance:
- Tuning of the piano after the move
- Internal repairs or adjustments to the action or strings
- Long-term storage (though we can arrange secure storage separately)
- Complex crane or hoist work from balconies or high windows
- Disposal of unwanted pianos
If you think any of these may apply, let us know at the enquiry stage and we will advise on feasibility and costs.
Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quotation
Contact us by phone, email or online form with basic details: piano type, current and new addresses, access information and preferred dates. We will ask a few focused questions and then provide a clear, written quotation with no hidden extras. For straightforward upright moves, we can often quote the same day.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
For larger pianos, difficult access or longer distances, we may recommend a brief survey. This can be done via video call with photos, or as an onsite visit. We check door widths, staircases, turns, lifts, parking and any obstacles. This allows us to choose the right crew size, equipment and timings, avoiding problems on the day.
3. Packing & Preparation
On moving day, our trained team arrives on time, introduces themselves and walks through the plan with you. We protect the piano with thick transit blankets, wrap vulnerable edges and, for grands, carefully remove and wrap the legs, pedals and lyre. Floors and walls are protected as needed, and the route is cleared before lifting begins.
4. Loading & Transport
The piano is lifted using correct techniques, dollies or piano skids where appropriate, and secured safely in our vehicle. We use heavy-duty straps and anchor points to prevent movement in transit. Your instrument is covered by our goods in transit insurance throughout the journey for added peace of mind.
5. Unloading & Placement
At the destination, we unload with the same care, placing the piano in your chosen position. If minor adjustments are needed to get it exactly where you want it, we are happy to help within reason. We remove our protective materials, check for any issues and only leave when you are satisfied with the placement.
Transparent Pricing for Piano Removals
Piano removal costs vary depending on several factors:
- Type and size of piano (upright vs grand)
- Number of stairs or steps at each property
- Distance between addresses
- Access constraints (tight turns, limited lift sizes, difficult parking)
- Any additional services, such as storage
We provide a clear, itemised price before you book so you know exactly what is included. There are no hidden charges for standard equipment or protective materials. For more complex jobs, we explain in plain terms why additional costs apply, so you can make an informed decision.
Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY
A piano may look robust, but it is easy to damage the case, legs or internal mechanism with a single wrong move. DIY attempts and casual man-and-van services often lack the specialist equipment, experience and insurance needed.
With Farringdon Removals you benefit from:
- Trained staff who move pianos regularly
- Purpose-equipped vehicles and piano skids/trolleys
- Fully insured cover for your instrument and property
- Proper lifting techniques to reduce risk of injury and damage
- Professional planning and communication from start to finish
In many cases, the cost of repairing a damaged piano or property far exceeds the saving from trying to move it yourself.
Insurance and Professional Standards
We take our responsibilities seriously. Farringdon Removals is:
- Fully insured with goods in transit cover for your piano
- Protected by public liability insurance for work in and around your property
- Staffed by trained, experienced moving teams, not casual labour
Our crews follow agreed risk assessments and safe working practices. We treat your home, building and neighbours with respect, keeping noise and disruption to a minimum.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
Protecting your piano and property is central to how we work. We use high-quality padded covers, straps and floor protection to reduce the risk of scratches, dents and scuffs.
Where possible, we use reusable protective materials and durable equipment to reduce waste. Our modern vehicles are maintained to high standards, and we plan routes efficiently to minimise unnecessary mileage. We also encourage customers to reuse or recycle any packing materials we provide.
Common Piano Removal Use Cases
Moving House with a Piano
We can move your piano as part of a full house move or as a standalone item. If we are handling your complete home removal, we usually load the piano in a way that keeps it secure and accessible at the right time during unloading.
Office and Commercial Relocations
Schools, music studios, rehearsal spaces, churches and venues rely on us to move their pianos between buildings, performance spaces or storage. We work around your timetable to minimise disruption to lessons, rehearsals and events.
Urgent or Short-Notice Piano Moves
Situations change quickly – property completions move forward, tenants change, or events are rescheduled. Where our schedule allows, we can often accommodate urgent or short-notice piano removal requests. Let us know your deadlines and we will advise honestly on what is possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a piano removal cost?
The cost of a piano removal depends mainly on the type of piano, the distance travelled and the access at each property. Uprights on the ground floor with easy access are usually at the lower end of the scale, while grands with multiple flights of stairs or complex access cost more. Once we know your details, we provide a clear, fixed quotation covering labour, equipment and transport. There are no hidden extras for standard materials, and we explain any additional charges in advance.
Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?
Same-day or urgent piano removals are sometimes possible, depending on existing bookings, crew availability and travel distance. Pianos require planning and the right equipment, so we will always be honest if a short-notice request is not practical or safe. If we can accommodate you, we will confirm timings and costs clearly before you commit. For the best chance of securing your preferred date and time, it is always advisable to contact us as early as you can.
Is my piano insured during the move?
Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our care, and our public liability cover protects against accidental damage to property. Our insurance is designed for professional removals work and is separate from any household policies you may have. We are happy to confirm levels of cover and policy details on request. While our focus is always on preventing incidents through proper handling, our insurance gives an additional layer of reassurance.
What exactly is included in your piano removal service?
Our piano removal service includes planning, protective wrapping, careful handling, loading, secure transport and placement of the piano in its new location. We supply all necessary standard equipment, such as padded covers, straps and piano trolleys. Basic floor and doorway protection is included where needed. What is not included as standard are services such as tuning, internal repairs, long-term storage or crane work, although we can often help arrange these separately. Everything covered will be clearly set out in your written quotation.
How is a professional piano removal different from a man-and-van?
Professional piano removals involve trained crews, specialist equipment and proper insurance tailored to moving heavy, delicate instruments. Many general man-and-van services focus on light domestic items and may lack the experience, equipment or coverage required for pianos. We assess access in advance, use piano skids or trolleys, protect your floors and walls, and secure the piano correctly in our vehicle. This reduces the risk of injury, damage to your property and costly harm to the instrument itself.
How far in advance should I book a piano removal?
Where possible, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially if you need a specific date or time slot, such as a completion day or concert schedule. This gives us time to carry out any necessary survey and plan the job properly. That said, we understand that short notice is sometimes unavoidable, and we will always do our best to help where our schedule allows. The earlier you contact us, the more options we can usually offer.
