Piano Removals

Piano Removals London – Belgravia Movers

Moving a piano is one of the most demanding jobs in the removals world. At Belgravia Movers, our dedicated piano removals team in London combines specialist equipment, careful planning and years of hands-on experience to move your instrument safely, efficiently and with minimum disruption.

Specialist Piano Removals in London

A piano is not just heavy; it is a finely tuned, delicate instrument. Whether you own a compact upright or a full concert grand, our professional crews know how to plan and execute the move so that your piano arrives in the same condition it left.

We provide:

• Upright piano removals – including studio, console and full uprights
• Grand and baby grand piano removals – dismantling and reassembly where required
• Digital piano and keyboard moves
• Internal moves within the same property (room-to-room or floor-to-floor)
• Transport between homes, storage, studios, schools, churches and venues

All moves are carried out by trained, fully insured teams using padded covers, piano skates, dollies, stair climbers and secure, purpose-equipped vehicles.

Local Piano Moving Expertise in London

Working across London every day means we understand the realities of moving pianos in the capital: tight staircases in Victorian terraces, basement flats, parking limits, red routes and busy access times.

We routinely handle piano removals in:

• Central London apartments and townhouses
• Period properties with narrow stairwells
• Modern developments with lift restrictions
• Schools, colleges, rehearsal spaces and performance venues

Our planners will look carefully at access, parking and timings in advance to reduce risk and ensure a smooth move on the day.

Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For

Our London piano removals service is designed for:

Homeowners

Moving house and taking your beloved piano with you? We coordinate the piano move alongside your main removal or as a standalone service, keeping disruption to a minimum and protecting floors, walls and doorways throughout your property.

Renters

If you are moving in or out of a rented property, we understand the importance of avoiding damage and protecting your deposit. We carefully protect communal areas, lifts and stairwells and can work closely with letting agents or building managers where needed.

Landlords

Landlords and managing agents often need pianos moved in or out between tenancies. We offer reliable, scheduled appointments, photographic condition reports on request, and clear communication so everyone knows exactly what is happening and when.

Businesses and Institutions

We regularly move pianos for schools, music colleges, rehearsal studios, hotels, event venues, churches and theatres. Whether you need a single relocation or repeat work to support regular events, we provide a dependable, professional service.

Students and Young Musicians

Music students often move between halls, flat-shares and family homes. We can move uprights and digital pianos between addresses, storage, and practice spaces, offering flexible time slots that fit around term dates and exam periods.

What Is Included in Our Piano Removals Service

Every piano move with Belgravia Movers includes:

• Pre-move assessment of the piano type, weight and access
• Protection of floors, bannisters and doorways where required
• Professional piano covers, blankets and wrapping
• Use of piano dollies, skates and stair-climbing equipment where suitable
• Safe loading into a purpose-equipped vehicle with securing straps
• Transport by fully insured drivers and crews
• Careful unloading and placement in your chosen room and position

For grand and baby grand pianos we can also:

• Carefully remove legs, pedals and lyre where required
• Protect the body, lid and removable parts separately for transport
• Reassemble and position the piano on arrival

What Is Not Included

To keep our service clear and transparent, the following are normally not included as standard:

• Piano tuning (we recommend tuning 1–2 weeks after the move by a specialist tuner)
• Repairs or restoration of existing damage or faults
• Disposal of pianos (this may be available on request, subject to assessment)
• Long-term storage, although we can arrange storage solutions separately
• Moving other household contents unless agreed as part of a wider removal

If you need additional services, just ask during the enquiry stage and we will confirm what is possible.

Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us with basic details: the type of piano, current and destination postcodes, property type and any obvious access issues. We will ask a few focused questions, then provide a clear, itemised quotation with no hidden extras.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For more complex moves – tight staircases, high floors, grand pianos or unusual access – we recommend a survey. This can often be done by video call and photos. For challenging jobs, we may visit in person to check measurements, stair angles and parking so we can plan the exact approach and equipment required.

3. Packing & Preparation

On the day, our trained crew will protect your piano with padded covers and blankets. For grands, we will remove legs and pedals where required and wrap each part separately. We also protect critical areas of your home – doorframes, bannisters and flooring – before we start moving the instrument.

4. Loading & Transport

The piano is carefully lifted using correct manual handling techniques and placed onto a piano skate or dolly. It is then moved to the vehicle, loaded via tail lift or ramp, and secured with heavy-duty straps inside our fully equipped removal van. Your piano is transported directly to the destination, avoiding unnecessary handling.

5. Unloading & Placement

At the new property we reverse the process, carefully moving the piano into the building and into your chosen room. For grand pianos, we reassemble the legs and pedals, level the instrument and place it in its final position. We will not rush this stage – correct placement and stability are essential.

Transparent Pricing for Piano Removals

Piano moves are priced according to a few key factors:

• Type and size of piano (upright, baby grand, grand)
• Number of stairs, presence of lifts and access difficulties
• Distance between addresses
• Parking restrictions and time constraints
• Any dismantling or complex manoeuvring required

Once we have these details, we provide a clear fixed price wherever possible. If extra work is likely (for example, crane hire or exceptionally narrow access), we explain this upfront so you can make an informed decision.

Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY or Man-and-Van

Pianos can easily weigh over 200–300 kg and contain thousands of individual components. Attempting a DIY move or using a casual man-and-van service often leads to:

• Damage to the piano’s frame, action or finish
• Injury to those lifting without proper technique or equipment
• Damage to staircases, walls, floors and doorframes
• Insurance issues if something goes wrong

By choosing Belgravia Movers you benefit from professional, piano-specific experience, the right tools for the job and appropriate insurance to protect your instrument and property.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your piano is valuable – financially and emotionally. We take that seriously:

• Goods in transit insurance – covering your piano while it is being transported
• Public liability cover – protecting against accidental damage to third-party property
• Trained moving teams – experienced staff who handle pianos regularly

We work to high professional standards, using risk assessments for complex moves and following best practice for lifting, protection and transport.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We aim to protect both your piano and the environment:

• Reusable padded covers and blankets to minimise waste
• Well-maintained, efficient vehicles to reduce unnecessary emissions
• Careful route planning to avoid extra mileage and delays
• Thoughtful handling to maximise the life of your instrument and avoid avoidable damage

Our approach is simple: treat every piano as if it were our own, and every property with respect.

Real-World Piano Removal Use Cases

Moving House with a Piano

We can integrate your piano move into a full household removal or handle it separately. Many clients prefer the piano to be moved first or last on moving day; we will plan timings to suit your schedule and the needs of your removals team.

Office, School and Venue Relocations

When offices, schools or venues relocate or refurbish, pianos often need to be moved temporarily or permanently. We coordinate with your wider move plan, fit around opening hours, and can complete work outside standard hours by arrangement.

Urgent or Short-Notice Piano Moves

Sometimes a piano needs to be moved quickly – a last-minute purchase, a change of tenancy, or a venue change for an event. Subject to availability, we can offer short-notice or same-day piano removals within London, always maintaining the same standards of care.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a piano removal in London cost?

The cost depends mainly on the type of piano, access at each property and the distance between addresses. Upright pianos on ground-to-ground moves are usually the most straightforward, while grands and flights of stairs take more time, equipment and manpower. Once we know these details, we provide a clear quotation, usually at a fixed price. There are no hidden extras for standard work; if additional services such as crane hire or unusual access solutions are required, we will explain and price these separately in advance.

Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?

Yes, we can often help with same-day or short-notice piano moves within London, depending on our schedule and the complexity of the job. Simple ground-floor moves may be easier to arrange at short notice, while grand pianos or properties with challenging access may require more planning. If you need an urgent move, contact us with as much detail as possible – type of piano, addresses, access information – and we will confirm availability, likely timings and costs before you commit.

Is my piano insured during the move?

Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is being transported in our vehicles, and our public liability cover protects against accidental damage to property during the move. These policies sit alongside our emphasis on prevention: experienced trained crews, detailed planning and specialist equipment. We will happily outline the key points of our cover before you book, and if your piano is of particularly high value, we can discuss any additional requirements you or your insurer may have.

What is included in your piano removals service?

Our standard service includes assessment, protection, loading, transport and placement. We bring padded covers, blankets, straps and piano-moving equipment as needed. For grands, we will dismantle and reassemble legs and pedals where appropriate. We protect key areas of your property and place the piano in your chosen room at the destination. Tuning, repairs and disposal are not included as standard, but we can often recommend trusted specialists or discuss additional services if required. Everything we do is clearly described in your quotation before the move.

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

Professional piano movers bring specific experience, equipment and insurance that most general man-and-van services simply do not have. We understand how pianos are constructed, how their weight is distributed and how to navigate awkward spaces without damage. We use proper skates, dollies, covers and vehicles designed for heavy, delicate loads, and we are fully insured for this type of work. A casual service may seem cheaper initially, but the risk of damage to your piano or property – and the lack of adequate cover – often makes it a false economy.

How far in advance should I book a piano removal?

For the best choice of dates and times, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially for grand pianos, complex access or weekend moves. That said, we understand that circumstances can change quickly, and we will always try to accommodate shorter notice where our schedule allows. If your piano move is linked to a house completion date or a specific event, it is wise to reserve your slot as early as possible so we can plan the job carefully and avoid any last-minute stress.