Piano Removals

Piano Removals in Harrow by Experienced Specialists

Moving a piano is one of the most demanding tasks in the removals world. At Harrow Movers, we provide a dedicated piano removals service in Harrow and the surrounding areas, carried out by trained, professional and fully insured movers who understand how to protect your instrument and your property.

Professional Piano Removal Services in Harrow

We handle the planning, protection and safe transport of all common piano types. Our teams use the correct equipment, proven lifting techniques and well-maintained vehicles, so your piano is moved securely from room to room, or from one property to another, with minimal disruption.

Types of pianos we move

• Upright piano removals – standard, studio and tall uprights
• Baby grand piano removals – for homes and small venues
• Grand piano removals – including dismantling and reassembly where needed
• Digital piano removals – consoles, stage pianos and full digital uprights

Every piano move is risk-assessed in advance so we can allocate the right size crew, specify access requirements and plan the safest route through the property.

Local Piano Removals Expertise in Harrow

As a Harrow-based removals company, we know the local roads, parking restrictions and building layouts extremely well. This local knowledge allows us to plan around:

• Narrow streets and tight driveways
• Resident parking schemes and loading bays
• Flats with stair-only access or small lifts
• Schools, churches and community halls with limited access times

We regularly move pianos within Harrow and to or from surrounding areas such as Pinner, Stanmore, Ruislip, Wembley and beyond. Whether the move is a few doors down or across London, your piano receives the same level of care.

Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For

Our dedicated piano removals service is suitable for:

• Homeowners – moving house or relocating a piano between rooms or floors
• Renters – bringing a piano into a new rental property or returning one at the end of a tenancy
• Landlords – removing or repositioning pianos between furnished properties
• Businesses – music schools, rehearsal studios, theatres, hotels and event venues
• Students – music students needing safe term-time or end-of-year piano moves

We also assist with charity donations, auction purchases and sales, and short-term moves for events and recordings.

What’s Included in Our Piano Removals Service

Items and tasks included

• Careful assessment of access at both collection and delivery addresses
• Supply of specialist moving equipment (skates, dollies, straps, ramps and covers)
• Protective wrapping and padding of the piano casing
• Floor, stair and doorway protection where required
• Safe lifting, manoeuvring and loading by a trained crew
• Secure transport in a purpose-equipped removals vehicle
• Placement of the piano in your chosen position at the destination

What’s not included as standard

• Piano tuning (we recommend a professional tuner after any move)
• Internal mechanical repairs or restoration
• Long-term storage (short-term solutions may be arranged on request)
• Disposal of unwanted pianos (can sometimes be arranged separately)

Where dismantling is needed for baby grand or grand pianos, we will discuss this in advance and include it clearly in your quotation.

Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process

1. Enquiry & quote

You contact Harrow Movers with basic details: piano type, current and destination addresses, access notes and preferred date. We ask a few focused questions and provide an initial no-obligation estimate, usually on the same day.

2. Survey – virtual or onsite

For most piano moves we carry out a short video or photo-based survey. For complex access (tight staircases, basements, roof conversions), we may visit in person. This allows us to confirm feasibility, plan the safest route and give you a fixed, transparent quote.

3. Packing & preparation

On moving day, we first protect your floors and key pinch points such as door frames and banisters. The piano is then covered with thick blankets and, if needed, shrink-wrap for extra protection. For grand pianos, we carefully remove legs and pedals where appropriate and secure all components for transport.

4. Loading & transport

Our trained team uses piano skates, dollies and lifting straps to move the instrument safely to the vehicle. Every piano is loaded using a controlled technique, secured using professional-grade tie-downs, and transported in a clean, dry, well-sprung removals van under goods in transit insurance.

5. Unloading & placement

At the destination, we reverse the process just as carefully. We position the piano exactly where you want it, taking care with light, radiators and access where requested. Once everything is in place, we remove all protective materials and carry out a final visual check with you.

Transparent Piano Removals Pricing

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. Your quote will be based on:

• Type and size of piano (upright, baby grand, grand, digital)
• Number of stairs, tight turns or access challenges
• Distance between properties
• Parking or permit requirements
• Day and time (weekday, weekend, or out-of-hours)

All anticipated charges are itemised in writing so you know exactly what you are paying for. There are no hidden extras; if circumstances change (for example, access is different from what was described), we discuss any price adjustment openly before proceeding.

Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY

Attempting to move a piano yourself, or using a casual man-and-van service, can be risky. Pianos are extremely heavy, unbalanced and delicate. A poorly managed move can result in:

• Damage to the piano’s frame, soundboard or finish
• Injury to those lifting or guiding the instrument
• Scratches and dents to floors, walls and staircases
• Problems with insurance if the mover is not properly covered

Our dedicated service combines specialist equipment, correct techniques and professional planning, significantly reducing these risks and often saving money when compared with the potential cost of damage or injury.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Harrow Movers operates to recognised professional standards across all work, with:

• Goods in transit insurance to protect your piano while it is being moved and transported
• Public liability cover for peace of mind at both collection and delivery addresses
• Trained moving teams experienced in handling heavy and high-value items

We keep detailed records of each move, maintain our vehicles regularly and review lifting techniques and safety procedures on an ongoing basis.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat every piano as if it were our own. That includes:

• Using thick, reusable furniture blankets and robust straps
• Protecting floors and surfaces wherever there’s a risk of marking
• Planning routes that minimise handling and awkward manoeuvres

Where possible, we use reusable materials instead of single-use plastics and plan journeys efficiently to reduce unnecessary mileage. Our aim is to protect your piano, your property and the environment as far as reasonably practical.

Real-World Piano Removal Scenarios We Handle

• Moving house – relocating your piano alongside your general household contents, or as a separate dedicated move
• Office and commercial relocations – transferring pianos for schools, theatres, hotels, places of worship and studios
• Urgent or short-notice moves – last-minute purchases, sales or access deadlines where a prompt, organised response is essential
• Internal moves – transferring a piano between rooms, floors or buildings on the same site

If you are unsure whether your situation is suitable for our piano removals service, you are welcome to call and talk it through with one of our team.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a piano removal cost?

The cost of a piano removal varies depending on the type of piano, access at each property and the distance travelled. Upright piano moves within Harrow are usually less expensive than moves involving stairs, awkward turns or long distances. Grand pianos typically cost more because of the additional labour and dismantling required. Once we understand your specific situation, we’ll provide a clear, itemised quotation with no hidden extras, so you know exactly what to budget for before you decide to go ahead.

Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?

Where our schedule allows, we can often accommodate same-day or short-notice piano removals in Harrow and nearby areas. Availability will depend on crew capacity, vehicle allocation and the complexity of the move. Contact us as early in the day as possible, provide full details and we’ll let you know what can realistically be arranged. Even for urgent moves, we still carry out a quick survey or assessment so that we can send the correct equipment and team size to move your piano safely.

Is my piano insured during the move?

Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is being handled and transported by Harrow Movers. In addition, our public liability cover provides protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage to third-party property. We’re happy to outline the key terms of our cover before you book so you understand what is included. While we take great care to prevent any damage, having the correct insurance in place provides important reassurance for high-value or sentimental instruments.

What’s included in your piano removals service?

Our standard service includes a pre-move assessment, supply of specialist moving equipment, protective wrapping of the piano, floor and access protection where needed, safe lifting and loading, transport in a dedicated removals vehicle and careful placement at the destination. For grand pianos, basic dismantling and reassembly of legs and pedals can be included by prior agreement. Tuning, repairs, long-term storage and disposal are not included as standard, but we may be able to recommend trusted specialists if you need these services.

How is a professional piano removal different from a man-and-van service?

A professional piano removal is planned and executed specifically around the weight, balance and fragility of the instrument. Our teams are trained in safe lifting techniques, use purpose-built equipment and work under appropriate insurance. Many casual man-and-van services do not have this level of training or cover, and may treat a piano like any other piece of furniture. This increases the risk of damage or injury. By using a specialist team, you gain experience, equipment and accountability tailored to handling pianos.

How far in advance should I book a piano removal?

We recommend booking as early as you can, especially if you need a specific date or time slot, such as a weekend or evening. For most standard moves, one to two weeks’ notice is ideal, but we can often help with shorter notice, particularly on weekdays. Early booking gives us more flexibility to plan around access, parking and other commitments, and gives you time to arrange building access or permits where required. Contact us as soon as your moving date is likely, even if it’s not yet fully confirmed.