Piano Moving Services
Central Van Lines piano movers move uprights, baby grands, and grand pianos safely across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. A piano is heavy, awkward, and valuable, so it should never be moved like ordinary furniture. Our trained crews use piano boards, proper padding, and the right technique to protect both the instrument and your home, whether it is going across the room or across the country as part of a full household move. Call (800) 515-6210 for a free estimate.
What Piano Moving Includes
Piano moving goes far beyond lifting and carrying. Our movers assess the instrument and the route, pad and wrap the piano, secure the lid and keyboard, and mount it on a piano board or skid for full support. We disassemble the legs, lyre, and pedals on grands where needed, protect your floors, doorways, and banisters, and transport the piano cushioned against road shock. At the destination we unwrap, place, and position it in the exact spot you choose, ready for tuning once it settles.
Why Pianos Need a Specialist
A piano can weigh anywhere from 300 to over 1,200 pounds, with that weight distributed in a way that makes it dangerous to tip or drop. The internal action and soundboard are sensitive to shock, and the finish scratches easily. Standard movers without piano training and equipment risk injury, damage to your home, and damage to an instrument that can be difficult or impossible to repair. Our crews are trained specifically for these challenges, part of the broader specialty moving work we do for high-value and awkward items, which is why families, churches, and schools across the region trust us with their pianos.
How Piano Moving Works
We assess the piano type and walk the route at both ends.
We pad and wrap the piano and secure the lid and keyboard.
We mount it on a piano board or skid for full support.
We navigate stairs, turns, and doorways with proper technique.
We load and transport it secured in a clean, cushioned truck.
We unwrap and place it in the room of your choice.
We advise on tuning once the piano settles into its new home.
Related Services
White Glove Delivery
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Specialty Moving
Our specialty moving service handles custom crating, fine arts, and other items that need extra care.
Storage
Our storage service provides climate-controlled space for instruments and other sensitive items between moves.
FAQ
Piano Moving FAQs
Do you move grand pianos and baby grands?
Yes. We move uprights, consoles, spinets, baby grands, and full grands, disassembling the legs, lyre, and pedals on grands where needed for safe transport.
Can you move a piano up or down stairs?
Yes. Our crews are trained and equipped to handle stairs, tight turns, and narrow doorways safely, protecting both the piano and your home.
How much does it cost to move a piano?
Cost depends on the piano type, the distance, and factors like stairs or tight access. We give you a clear quote after learning about your piano and both locations.
Will my piano need tuning after the move?
We recommend tuning about two weeks after the move, once the piano settles into the temperature and humidity of its new home. The move itself does not harm tuning, but a change in environment can.
Do you move pianos long-distance?
Yes. We handle local moves and long-distance piano transport, secured and cushioned for the road.
Do you move organs and other instruments?
Yes. We move church and home organs and other large, delicate instruments with the same specialized care.
Is my piano insured during the move?
Your move includes coverage, and we offer additional valuation options for high-value instruments. Ask us for details when you book.
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Call Central Van Lines at (800) 515-6210 or fill out the form on this page.