Piano Removals

Piano Removals in Brent by Experienced Specialists

Moving a piano is very different to moving normal furniture. At Brent Movers, we provide a dedicated piano removals service across Brent and the surrounding areas, designed to move your instrument safely, efficiently and with full protection from door to door.

Professional Piano Removals Explained

A piano is heavy, delicate and mechanically complex. Our service is built around protecting the instrument, your property and everyone involved. We use specialist equipment, protective coverings and trained crews who move pianos every week, not once in a blue moon.

Whether you need an upright moved between rooms or a baby grand transported across London, we plan every stage: access, stairs, tight turns, parking, and protection of floors and walls. Your piano is loaded, secured and transported in purpose-equipped vehicles with appropriate anchoring and padding.

Local Piano Moving Expertise in Brent

Based in Brent, we understand the realities of moving large instruments in North West London: controlled parking zones, narrow streets, flats with no lifts, and time-restricted access. We handle:

• Moves within Brent (Wembley, Harlesden, Kilburn, Willesden, Cricklewood and more)
• Moves from Brent to elsewhere in London or the UK
• Access to basement and loft conversions common in period properties

Our local knowledge helps keep your move smooth and on schedule, while complying with parking and building requirements.

Who Our Piano Removals Service Is For

Our piano moving service supports a wide range of clients across Brent:

• Homeowners – moving house, renovating, or relocating a cherished family piano
• Renters – transferring an instrument between rented flats and houses, including upper-floor moves
• Landlords – moving pianos in and out of furnished properties or communal areas
• Businesses – schools, music studios, churches, theatres, hotels and event venues
• Students – music students relocating term-time accommodation or moving to/from halls

Whether the instrument is a family heirloom or a working tool of your trade, we treat every piano with the same level of care.

What We Can and Cannot Move

Items Included in Piano Removals

Our piano removals service covers:

• Upright pianos (all sizes and makes)
• Baby grand and grand pianos (with partial dismantling where required)
• Digital pianos and stage pianos
• Piano stools, benches and music cabinets (by arrangement)
• Associated accessories such as music stands and metronomes (packed as small items)

Items Excluded or by Special Arrangement

For safety and insurance reasons, certain items are excluded or handled separately:

• Concert grands and very high-value instruments (we can arrange a specialist quotation)
• Pianos requiring crane or external lift access beyond standard stair work
• Long-term storage, unless booked as an additional removals and storage service
• Piano tuning or repairs – these should be carried out by a piano technician after the move

If you are unsure whether your piano or access situation is covered, we will assess it during the survey stage.

Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quotation

Contact Brent Movers by phone or online with details of your piano, both addresses, floor levels and access notes. We will ask for photos where helpful. Based on this, we provide a clear quotation outlining what is included, any access considerations, and likely time on site.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For more complex moves – upper floors, tight staircases, or grand pianos – we recommend a virtual or onsite survey. This allows us to measure access, assess turning angles and confirm whether any dismantling or additional equipment is required. A proper survey greatly reduces the risk of delays on the day.

3. Packing & Preparation

On moving day, our trained team carefully prepares your piano. This typically includes:

• Securing lids and covers
• Protecting the case with thick quilted blankets
• Using piano skids or trolleys suitable for the instrument
• Protecting floors, banisters and doorways with covers and padding

For grand pianos, we may remove legs and the lyre and mount the body on a skid, in line with manufacturer guidance.

4. Loading & Transport

The piano is then carefully moved to our vehicle using appropriate manual handling techniques and specialist equipment. Inside the vehicle, we secure it with straps and additional padding to prevent movement in transit. Our vehicles are clean, well-maintained and fitted for carrying heavy, delicate items.

5. Unloading & Placement

On arrival, we complete the process in reverse. Your piano is unloaded, carefully manoeuvred into the property and positioned where you need it. For grands, we re-fit any removed components. We recommend allowing the piano to settle and then booking a tuning with your chosen technician after the move.

Transparent Piano Removal Pricing

Every piano move is slightly different, so we price each job individually rather than using a flat rate. Our quotation typically takes into account:

• Type and size of piano (upright, baby grand, grand)
• Floor levels and presence/absence of lifts
• Access constraints (tight stairs, sharp turns, long carries)
• Distance between properties
• Parking arrangements and any permit costs
• Any additional services, such as temporary storage

We provide a clear written quote so you know exactly what is included, with no hidden surcharges on the day unless access is substantially different from what was described.

Why Choose Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY

Trying to move a piano yourself or with a casual man-and-van can be risky. Common issues include back injuries, damage to the instrument, and damage to walls, floors and staircases. Pianos are extremely heavy, with concentrated weight on relatively small castors, and can quickly become unstable on stairs.

Brent Movers provides:

• Professional handling by experienced teams
• Correct equipment for safe movement and lifting
• Appropriate goods in transit insurance cover
• Planning and assessment to avoid surprises

In most cases, using a specialist service is more cost-effective than repairing damage to a piano or property after a DIY attempt.

Insurance and Professional Standards

We understand that your piano may have significant financial and sentimental value. Our work is backed by:

• Goods in transit insurance to cover your piano while it is in our care
• Public liability cover for work at your home or business premises
• Trained moving teams experienced specifically in handling pianos and other heavy, delicate items

We adhere to recognised industry practices, conduct regular training, and maintain our vehicles and equipment to a high standard to reduce risk at every stage.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

Protecting your piano and property is our first priority. We use thick quilted blankets, piano covers, floor runners and corner protectors as standard. Door frames, bannisters and vulnerable surfaces are protected before any lifting begins.

We also take a responsible approach to sustainability. Reusable protective materials, efficient route planning and well-maintained vehicles all help lower our environmental impact. Where possible, we reuse packing materials and minimise waste without compromising safety or cleanliness.

Real-World Piano Removal Scenarios

Moving House with a Family Piano

Many of our Brent customers are moving family upright pianos between houses or flats. We coordinate the piano move with your wider home removal, or carry it out as a dedicated job, ensuring the instrument is one of the last items out and first items in.

Office, School and Studio Relocations

We regularly assist schools, music studios, churches and performance venues with piano moves during refurbishments, term breaks and relocations. Timing, health and safety, and minimal disruption are key, and we work closely with site managers to plan access and scheduling.

Urgent and Short-Notice Piano Moves

Situations change quickly: sales complete, tenancies end, or building work is brought forward. Where our schedule allows, we can offer same-day or next-day piano removals in Brent. We will always be honest about what is feasible and ensure that safety and proper protection are never compromised for speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a piano removal in Brent cost?

The cost depends on the type of piano, access at each property and the distance travelled. Upright pianos on ground-floor to ground-floor moves are usually at the lower end of the scale, while upper-floor moves or grand pianos require more labour and equipment. After a brief discussion and, if needed, a survey, we provide a clear fixed-price quotation. This will outline what is included so you can compare like-for-like with other providers, without worrying about unexpected extras on the day.

Can you provide same-day or urgent piano removals?

Where our schedule allows, we do offer same-day or short-notice piano removals within Brent and nearby areas. Availability depends on crew and vehicle scheduling, as we will never compromise on sending an appropriately equipped, professional team. If you need an urgent move, contact us as early as possible with full details of the piano, addresses and access. We will advise honestly on what is realistic and, if we cannot help at short notice, suggest the earliest suitable alternative.

Is my piano insured during the move?

Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our care, subject to policy terms and the information provided at booking. We also carry public liability cover for work at your premises. Insurance is there as a safety net, but our main focus is preventing incidents in the first place through careful planning, the right equipment and properly trained staff. We are happy to explain our cover in more detail and answer any specific questions before you book.

What is included in your piano removals service?

Our standard service includes loading and transport of your piano between the specified addresses, with all necessary protective blankets and equipment, plus careful placement in your chosen room at the destination. For grand pianos, basic dismantling and reassembly (legs and lyre) are included where required. We can also move matching stools and small accessories by arrangement. What is not included is tuning, repairs, or crane services, though we can often coordinate with your chosen specialists if these are needed alongside the move.

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

A casual man-and-van service typically focuses on general items and may not have the specific skills, equipment or insurance needed for piano removals. Professional piano movers use piano skids, heavy-duty trolleys, purpose-designed blankets and trained crews familiar with the weight distribution and handling of different piano types. We plan access thoroughly and protect your property as well as the instrument. While the upfront cost may be higher, it significantly reduces the risk of damage, injury and hidden costs from repairing floors, walls or the piano itself.

How far in advance should I book a piano removal?

For planned moves, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially if you need a specific date or weekend slot. This gives us time to carry out any necessary survey and arrange parking or building access where required. However, we understand that dates can change, particularly with property transactions, so we aim to be as flexible as possible. If you have an urgent or last-minute requirement, contact us straight away and we will do our best to accommodate you.