Piano Removal Services
Careful Movers in Sydney moves pianos in any condition, as well as up and down stairs, driveways, paths, etc.
We also dispose of unwanted pianos.
If you need a piano moved without a scratch – please phone us to get a quote.
We Move Pianos Anywhere in Sydney!
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We move and/or dispose of various types of pianos.
We aim to ‘move with ease’ and have earned a reputation from past clientele all over Sydney for our trustworthiness in moving pianos.
We do piano removals for musicians, performers, educational institutions, event planners, charities, music stores, and individual clients.
Using a Professional Removalist for Piano Moves
Moving a piano is challenging – especially if it is heavy and old.
Moving a piano requires at least two people. Hire a professional company and reduce the risk of injury or damage.
Please Don’t Take Chances!
Pianos are surprisingly heavy and bulky!
Some pianos weigh more than 500kg. They are difficult to move, especially if stairs are involved. If you attempt to move the instrument yourself, you risk damaging the piano – and worse – injuring yourself.
Improper lifting could result in a back injury requiring hospitalisation.
Careful Movers will supply the necessary team accustomed to performing moves.
Professional Piano Moves
Pianos must be transported with the appropriate equipment.
We use made-for-purpose trolleys and dollies to support the weight of pianos and other very heavy items.
We wrap pianos in thick blankets. Our trucks are equipped with a wide hydraulic tailgate, eliminating the risk of damage during loading and unloading.
A piano can weigh anywhere from 200 kg to more than 500kg. If handled by someone unfamiliar with carrying really big items, these weights could harm the movers and the furniture.
As we are Sydney-based piano removal professionals, we have the knowledge and experience necessary to do safe and reliable piano moves.
Knowledge of Piano Removal Techniques
Pianos are the mother of all the instruments covering all 88 musical scale notes. There is a wide variety of weights and sizes available for pianos. Determining the precise sort of piano you have is the first step in determining how much it weighs. If you know the exact model, you can also get the complete information on the website.
A standard upright or vertical piano weighs between 90 and 545 kg. The weight of a traditional baby grand piano ranges from 227 to 272 kg. Whereas the ordinary professional grand piano might weigh around 300 to 550 kg, a concert grand piano can weigh up to 500 kg.
This chart may be helpful
| Grand Pianos | Estimated Weight |
| Grand Pianos (concert) | 400-550 Kg |
| Semi-concert grand pianos | 400-420 Kg |
| Recital Grand Pianos | 340-360 Kg |
| Medium Grand Pianos | 270-280 Kg |
| Baby Grand Pianos | 230-275 Kg |
| Petite Grand Pianos | 180-230 Kg |
| Vertical Pianos | Estimated Weight |
| Upright Pianos | 227-450 Kg |
| Studio Pianos | 180-230 Kg |
| Console Pianos | 150-200 Kg |
| Spinet Pianos | 90-180 Kg |
Why are pianos are so heavy?
The piano is one of the heaviest musical instruments available due to the combination of hefty cast iron plate, thick pieces of timber, and countless other parts.
The metal harp is primarily responsible for a piano’s weight. This component makes up nearly 70% of the total weight of the instrument.
To give you an idea of how much your particular piano may weigh if you were trying to transport one. Above is a rough breakdown of how much each style of piano weighs.
Upright Piano and Vertical Pianos
The standard piano you can find in academic institutions is a vertical piano. They are square or rectangle-shaped and have flat backs. Upright pianos, console pianos, spinet pianos and studio pianos are typical of this category. Since they weigh less and don’t need any parts removed, vertical pianos are easier to handle than grand pianos.
A grand piano weighs how much?
The size of a grand piano can range from a petite grand piano to a concert grand piano. If you are unsure of the specific type of grand piano you own, you could wish to acquire some measuring tape to obtain a broad notion. After you know its precise size, you can use the information below to gain a rough sense of how much your grand piano weighs. However, visiting the official website of the piano brand can give you detailed info about the piano. With Careful Movers, you have to send a few pictures, and the rest leave to us.
The many grand piano types and their weights and lengths are shown in the above table.
Professional Process of Piano Removal by Careful Movers
Moving furniture and other items can be a tiring task – even everyday furniture.
Imagine the amount of preparation required to relocate a giant concert grand piano. For any removalist, weight, size, and access are the three crucial elements to keep in mind for a successful move. Pianos are heavy, bulky and difficult to move.
Careful Movers has experience and develops a proper plan and process to move a piano damage-free.
- – Get in Touch: A skilled piano removal will know how to handle a piano securely and ensure it arrives in perfect shape. Self-moving a heavy piano is very dangerous. Call or text Careful Movers and we will help you with piano moving at the best price.
- – Moving Day: Our team will arrive on time with the proper moving tools, such as ropes, straps, and heavy wheels dolly, and will disassemble your piano carefully. Our piano-moving team is about more than just using muscle. The piano’s components are packed with high-quality packing supplies such as heavy blankets and bubble wrap. Our removalists will carry the piano and load it onto the pickup truck. All our trucks have hydraulic lifts, ensuring safe vehicle entry.
- – Safe Transit: Our expert movers will ensure heavy scuffing around the piano to avoid any marks or scratches against bumps in a moving vehicle. The piano will be placed in an upright position and secured with heavy-duty straps ensuring tight enough that it does not move. It is an essential step in the piano moving process because any changes in the delicate internal mechanism of the piano can cost the client thousands.
- – Unloading: Even if other items are stacked in the truck, our removalists will first unload the piano and move it directly inside the property or venue. Leaving the piano outside is a considerable risk from moisture, direct sunlight, pets and sometimes even kids.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PIANO REMOVALS
How much does the piano removal in Sydney cost?
It isn’t easy to give a fixed price or overall job cost for moving a piano. Many factors are involved, such as the type of piano, distance of the move and property access. Once we get all the information, our job manager can help you with the estimated cost.
Is it necessary to disassemble the piano before relocating it?
It depends on the type of piano. However, we will disassemble it if necessary, especially in tight accesses and too many stairs. Our piano movers are knowledgeable, experienced, and skilful in disassembling and reassembling the piano.
Can a piano be moved on the same day?
Careful Movers trucks are available within 25km of Sydney CBD. However, on a busy day, it may not be easy. The best practice is to book us in advance at least seven days before moving day. We promise a reasonable price and a timely job guarantee when you book it in advance.
My piano is too old, can you help me to haul it away?
Careful Movers have a dedicated rubbish removal department. We can ensure safe disposal at a proper recycling facility.
Can I move a piano myself with my friends or family?
You just have to weigh up the damage that you can cause yourself and your piano and also take to the account the damage that you can do to your property like walls and things. A lot of people do hire a trailer but you really need a truck with a tail lifter and all the equipment if your weigh up the costs it’s better to hire the right local people.
Can I move a piano interstate?
You can sometimes it’s better to get someone local to help load it up if the piano is just being moved on its own on an interstate move it probably be handled by different people a few times.
Does stairs affect the price?
Most pianos are on most pianos are on the ground floor or just have one or two steps which is not hard to get over but once it goes over that most piano movers would charge you $20 a step. Turns and bends can be a challenge but depends on your labour and manpower and how experience the removalist is plus the trolleys and equipment that you have.
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