How to Move a Grand Piano
How to, Move a Baby Grand Piano Professionally
- Moving a Piano Seems Impossible
- Pianos Weren't Meant to Move
- Insurance and Extra Protection
- Equipment Used by Movers
- Really Want to DIY?
- Components to Help Your Move Be Successful
- The Realities of Moving a Piano
- After Moving Your Piano
1. Moving a Piano Seems Impossible
Is there an easy way to move a piano? If you want to learn how to move a grand piano, you have come to the right place. It is all a matter of hiring the right moving company, appropriately scheduling the move and planning to allow professional movers to do the job for you. A grand piano is a sentimental and costly investment. By having a desire to move it to another location means that you have to consider its fragility. It is not an easy task to do on your own. You shouldn’t hire just any moving company. However, you should consider hiring a moving company that specializes in moving fragile items like grand pianos, grandfather clocks, and special heirlooms.2. Pianos Weren't Meant to Move
A grand piano is a superb instrument, which has a romantic connotation to it, having been used in a wide range of musical encounters throughout the centuries. However, when you have to move it from one location to the next, it is a bigger deal. Because of its odd shape, it is not as easy as just lifting it up and putting it in a truck. It sometimes has to be disassembled, especially when it has to be maneuvered through narrow entryways or carried down a flight of stairs. A piano was not meant to be carried around, but in the case of relocating, you have no other choice. The finishing of the piano is also another challenge because it is vulnerable to scrapes and scratches, especially if not handled with care.3. Insurance and Extra Protection
This means that you have to know how to move a grand piano without incurring any damages, if possible. However, most moving companies will offer insurance coverage, in case there is an accident, although you hope that nothing really happens. The easiest kind of pianos to move is the Spinets. All you have to do is to cover it using a protective blanket or furniture pads, pick up the instrument on both of its sides. Lift it slowly and move it.Larger pianos require professional service and more muscles.
4. Equipment Used by Movers
Most moving companies will use a dolly to move your grand piano. The moving procedure for larger pianos using this special dolly is the same. The piano is loaded on the dolly by the professional movers, making it easier to move.
5. Really Want to DIY?
If you are going to do it yourself, which is not advised, you have to learn how to move a grand piano with care. Find out the weight of the piano prior to moving it. By doing this, you will have an idea of how many individuals you will need to ask for their help. One most important things that many people overlook is to secure the space first where the piano is going to be moved. You want to make sure that it will fit, especially with its odd shape. There is no point through the trouble of making plans, paying for movers and getting the piano to the new location; only to find out it doesn’t fit? Makes no sense, right?
This is where a professional mover comes in handy because they already know how to move a grand piano and they also understand all that is involved in making it happen the right way. Call a specialized mover today!
Comments
Lloyd R
Feb. 23, 2022, 12:38 a.m.
I have my piano moved with white glove movers and the extra money was worth it. After the first move, I thought I could handle it on my own and made the mistake of asking a few friends to help, after the damage was repaired it cost more than the movers would have charged me. Do not make my mistake and think you can do something on your own,
Ashley Richmond
Feb. 23, 2022, 12:38 a.m.
Hey Lloyd. Movers are definitely worth it for really heavy items, especially heavy items that have lots of value such as pianos. We're glad you were able to repair the damage. Thanks for the advice as well.
Keenan Lack
Feb. 23, 2022, 12:38 a.m.
Hello My package was damaged for the second time. I made a picture so that you can see what I have received. I hope you can help me solve this problem. Regards Keenan Lack "Sent from my iPhone"
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