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Recent Piano Removals reviews

Kenn moved my piano - it was a tricky job and very heavy. He did it well and I was happy with his work.

Move an upright piano to the next door room

£50

Managed to move awkwardly positioned upright piano. Good job.

Move piano 1.5 miles

£100

fast, well communicated. job carried out professionaly

Remove a piano

£100

Incredibly knowledgeable and professional

Electronic piano built-in amplifier needs repairing.

£150

Hardworking and polite Would definitely recommend him

Removal of upright piano

£65

On time, friendly, professional. Great service!

Build digital piano

£100

low

£70

median

£100

high

£138

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Why hire a piano removals expert through Airtasker?

Pianos are notoriously difficult to move due to their size, weight, and delicate internal components. Hiring a trained piano removals expert through Airtasker ensures the instrument is handled safely from start to finish, providing a more efficient and reliable solution than attempting the task alone or with untrained help.

Trained and experienced, piano removals experts know the right techniques to secure your heavy furniture throughout the relocation process. You can trust them to expertly manoeuvre your pianos from one room to another, or even to another floor. This way, you are also reducing the associated risks in letting an amateur move your thousand-pound upright or grand piano around.

With professional support, the piano can be relocated swiftly and with far less disruption than a DIY move. Once in its new position, the instrument can be set up and ready for use without unnecessary delays or complications.

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With Airtasker, you can easily find a range of other services. You can book furniture assembly experts who can help you get settled in your new place quickly, or a house renovator to speed up your renovation or house redecoration. 

There are also pool table removals experts, as well as bed, trampoline, and gym equipment removals. For home or office relocations, there are man with a van removals nearby who can help quickly bring your furniture to your destination.

Pianos are built to resist heavy impacts and decades of use, so simple movements and bumps will not easily affect its tuning. However, the climate can change the tension of the strings and affect the soundboard of your piano. For peace of mind, let your piano sit for at least 3-4 weeks until it has completely adjusted to the new setting, then have it tuned afterwards.

Investing in climate-controlled storage can help you preserve your piano for a very long time rather than simply leaving it unused in garages or basements. Let Taskers know if you need help in transporting your piano to a specific piano storage site. They can help you with the packing and crating, as well as transportation, and you can be confident that your piano will arrive safely at the storage premises.

Before they move your piano to the new room or desired area, your Tasker first measures the room, doorway, lift or staircases, and checks for any obstacles. If the piano doesn't fit in the lift, they can move them through stairs or ramps. For stairways with complicated turns and curves, the piano movers may need to dismantle them to smaller parts.

Moving a piano in the UK typically costs £80 to £250, depending on the type of piano, the distance of the move, and the access at each property. Upright pianos generally sit at the lower end of the range, while larger or more complex moves—such as grand pianos or relocations involving stairs or narrow spaces—may fall toward the higher end.

Because Taskers set their own rates, it’s a good idea to compare a few offers and discuss the specifics of your move in advance, including size, weight, access, and any specialist equipment required. This helps ensure you agree on a clear and accurate price before booking.

What do piano removals services include?

Moving an upright or grand piano requires expert moving knowledge, the right equipment, and a careful, well-planned approach. Professional piano removals experts can manage every stage of the process, from preparing the instrument for transport to positioning it safely in its new location. 

Whether the move involves a short-distance transfer, a change of address, or relocating the piano within the same building, skilled piano removals experts can ensure the job is completed safely and efficiently.

A typical piano removals service through Airtasker can include the following:

Pack and crate your piano

Your piano removals expert can secure your piano using specialised packing and crating methods designed to protect heavy instruments during transport. Large and bulky pieces like pedals, lyres, or backstays may be removed and stored in clearly labelled crates or boxes, while the main body of the piano is wrapped using blankets, pads, and shrink wrap to prevent movement or scratches. When needed, your Tasker may also suggest additional foam padding for extra protection.

If you're preparing for a bigger move, you may book a packing service to wrap and label your boxes, and ensure everything is ready for transport. You can also hire a move-in cleaner to help you settle into your new space faster once the piano and other items have been relocated.

Transport your piano safely

Your piano removals expert can load your piano safely into a climate-controlled moving truck and secure it to prevent shifting during the journey. They’ll use proper strapping techniques and protective barriers to minimise vibration, bumps, and sudden movement, helping your piano stay in good condition throughout the trip. Whether you’re moving a few streets away or relocating interstate, your Tasker will handle your instrument with care from pickup to delivery.

Relocate and set up your piano

Once your piano's in the new location, your piano removals expert will unload your piano and move it directly to your chosen room or performance area. The main body stays fully wrapped until reassembly begins to avoid marks or surface damage. If needed, your piano removals expert can help unpack, reassemble, and position your piano exactly where you want it.

You may also find it useful to book a Tasker for piano lessons, which is perfect if you’d like a quick refresher or want to get back into playing once your piano is set up.

Recent Piano Removals tasks

Move piano to new home

£150

Millhall, Kent

17th Sep 2026

Move a small piano and stool from West Malling to Bough Beech, Kent. I can help at either end but will need at least one other person with a piece of kit and a van. Piano size: 133cm(w) x 107cm(h) x 48cm(d)

Move upright piano upstairs around staircase which has a bend at top

£200

Gayton, Merseyside

16th Sep 2026

I’m waiting to get the bannister spindles removed to allow a large sofa to be moved upstairs. The main bannister post needs to remain. . Perhaps the upright piano could be either hoisted where spindles removed or put on its side around the bend in staircase. Piano height is 108 cm

Help move upright piano.

£60

Gatley, Greater Manchester

14th Sep 2026

Only a piano and the chair. Pickup location: Gatley, Cheshire, SK8 4, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Move furniture including a small piano

£50

Roe Green, Hertfordshire

14th Sep 2026

Moving a small upright piano from house to outbuilding; move a chest of drawers from outbuilding to house; move shelves from house to outbuilding; dig up and move 4 heavy slabs from garden lawn to outbuilding

Need help to move my piano from ground floor to first floor

£250

Brighton, East Sussex

14th Sep 2026

Hi all:)) It's an upright piano, 147 cm long/47 cm deep and 107 cm high, ≈1990 retro model, weighing around 180kg-200kg. Usually for a piano will need 2-3 people, with equipments like a skip board or rags in case of any damages on the building/ stairs. The building does not have a lift and I live on first floor. There's one main flight of stairs with two small ones. The tricky bit could possibly be getting it around the corner (width provided in photos). Thanks for your time and looking forward to hearing from you! Price could be negotiated, i do not want to take advantage although in a relatively tight budget. Would def be down paying a decent price for the hard work!

Move piano to next door

£150

Abertillery / Abertyleri, Gwent

13th Sep 2026

Upright Piano and stool Pickup location: Abertillery, Gwent, NP13 , Wales Drop-off location: Abertillery, Gwent, NP13 , Wales Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Upright piano moved upstairs

£100

Lisson Grove, Greater London

11th Sep 2026

Need assistance moving piano from ground floor garage, up a single short flight of stairs and into a flat.

Upright piano removal

£200

St Johns, Greater London, SE8

8th Sep 2026

Upright piano Pickup location: Deptford, London, SE8 4, England Drop-off location: Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6, England Removals size: House Stairs: No

Moving a keyboard piano

£50

Bayswater, Greater London, W2

8th Sep 2026

Keyboard piano, photo attached, preferably not disassembled but top and base can be disassembled if needed Pickup location: Paddington, London, W2 1Q, England Drop-off location: Kilburn, London, NW6 7, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup (item on 1st floor)

Move upright Yamaha B3 Piano from Bedroom to Living room

£30

Hither Green, Greater London

7th Sep 2026

We need a piano mover to move our piano from the bedroom to the living room with a dolly and correct piano protection

Move a piano, head and foot board for single bed and mirror

£200

Cottenham Park, Greater London

7th Sep 2026

Upright victorian piano, head and foot board for single bed and mirror Pickup location: Raynes Park, London, SW20 , England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Upright piano delivering

£80

Barton Upon Irwell, Greater Manchester

7th Sep 2026

Upright piano only Pickup location: Eccles, Lancashire, M30 7, England Drop-off location: Eccles, Lancashire, M30 7, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help me move my piano

£100

Old Milton, Hampshire

7th Sep 2026

Piano only. There are 2 sets of 3 steps each at delivery. Pickup location: Barton on Sea, Hampshire, BH25 , England Drop-off location: Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Help with transporting a piano

£70

Chipping Ongar, Essex

6th Sep 2026

A piano, standard acoustic upright Pickup location: Ongar, Essex, CM5 9, England Drop-off location: Kelvedon Hatch, Essex, CM15 , England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Need help moving a piano

£90

Frank Whipple Estate, Greater London, E14

4th Sep 2026

Moving an acoustic piano, but it’s a mini version, fully wood so fairly heavy Pickup location: Limehouse, London, E14 7, England Drop-off location: Hackney, London, E8 1, England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Amazing guy, incredibly helpful and we had a great time hanging out whilst driving from pick up to drop off! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND

A built Piano

£150

Kemsley, Kent

2nd Sep 2026

A Piano and Stand Pickup location: Kemsley, Kent, ME10 , England Drop-off location: Otford, Kent, TN14 , England Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Move piano

£50

Theydon Bois, Essex

27th Aug 2026

Move upright piano from one room to another about 5 metres distance

Move piano down 3 steps one day and move it back a day or two later

£70

Kingsland, Greater London, E8

26th Aug 2026

Move upright piano in photo down a few steps in photo on 7 September Move it back on 9 or 10 September.

Move piano from one house to another in Bisley

£50

Bisley, Gloucestershire

26th Aug 2026

Just a Piano Pickup location: Bisley, Gloucestershire, GL6 7, England Drop-off location: Bisley, Gloucestershire, GL6 7, England Removals size: House Stairs: No

Move my piano from Ingrave to Brentwood

£50

Brentwood, Essex, CM15

24th May 2026

I have an electric piano at my granddad's house in Ingrave. I need help carrying it down his stairs and transporting it to my parents' garage in Brentwood. I'd then like someone to come to my flat nearby in Brentwood to collect a TV unit to take back to my granddad's - so a round trip! This will need someone strong enough (or 2 people to carry a piano down stairs. And it is heavy) The image of the piano is from Google just to give you an idea. The image of the TV unit is the real unit but it has been emptied.

Great service, really smooth process and really honest and friendly lads. Very pleased!