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How to Move a Piano Safely (and What It Costs)

Why standard removals firms refuse pianos, and what specialist piano-moving actually involves.

Holdem Removals· 28 February 2026· 6 min read
Two movers carrying an upright piano on a specialist piano dolly
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A baby grand weighs roughly 250kg with weight unevenly distributed across three legs designed to be removed. This is why piano moves are quoted separately.

What's different

Specialist trolleys (piano dollies), tilt straps, blanket wrap, and minimum 3-person crew. Stairs require additional rigging.

Cost guide

  • Upright, ground-to-ground: £150–£260
  • Upright, with stairs: £250–£400
  • Baby grand: £400–£700
  • Full grand: £700–£1,200

Tuning

Allow 4–6 weeks after the move before tuning — pianos need to acclimate to the new room's humidity.

Frequently asked questions

Will you move a digital piano?

Yes — that's a standard furniture item, not a specialist job.

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