Specialty Moving
Piano and Specialty Movers for Your Most Precious Pieces
Pianos, artwork, antiques and safes need more than strong arms. PinkBird specialty crews bring the right equipment, extra hands and a plan for every step and doorway.
- Pianos & safes
- Art & antiques
- Trained specialty crews
Heavy, fragile and irreplaceable
Moving something not listed here? Call us. If it's heavy, awkward or valuable, we have probably moved one before.
Pianos
Uprights, baby grands and grand pianos, moved on piano boards with padded straps.
Artwork and mirrors
Mirror cartons, corner protectors and [custom crates] for valuable pieces.
Antiques and heirlooms
Extra wrapping and slow, careful handling for irreplaceable furniture.
Safes
Residential and gun safes moved with heavy-duty dollies and extra crew.
Pool tables
Taken apart, slate wrapped and moved, then reassembled and levelled. [Confirm.]
Fitness equipment
Treadmills, ellipticals and home gyms disassembled and rebuilt.
Piano moving, done right
Upright pianos can weigh 135 to 360 kg (300 to 800 lb), and grand pianos even more. Most of that weight sits in a cast iron plate you can't see.
- Route check firstDoorways, stairs and turns measured before move day.
- Grand piano prepLegs and pedal lyre removed, case strapped to a piano board.
- Fully paddedQuilted covers protect the finish and keys.
- Placed and reassembledSet exactly where you want it, legs and lyre back on.
How much do piano movers cost?
Piano moves are usually a flat price based on the type of piano, the number of stairs and the distance. Send us a photo of the piano and both entrances for the fastest quote.
Moving the piano with the rest of your home? It is added to your local or long distance quote.
| Piano move | Typical crew | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| Upright, ground floor to ground floor | [2 to 3] movers | [$X to $Y] |
| Upright, with stairs | [3] movers | [$X to $Y] |
| Baby grand or grand, local | [3 to 4] movers | [$X to $Y] |
| Any piano, long distance | Specialty crew | [$X to $Y] |
Estimates for a single piano. Tight access or many stairs may cost more.
The right tools for heavy lifting
Specialty moves go wrong when crews improvise. Ours arrive with gear built for the item.
Why these items aren't a DIY job
Every year, people get hurt and pianos get damaged trying to save a few hundred dollars.
The weight is uneven
Pianos and safes are top or back heavy. Tipping one even slightly can make it impossible to control.
Stairs multiply the risk
On a staircase, the people below carry most of the load. That is where most injuries happen.
Damage is often hidden
A knock can crack a soundboard or misalign a safe door without visible marks on the outside.
Floors and walls take hits too
Heavy wheels dent hardwood and scrape walls. Our crews protect the route before they start.
Specialty moves in four steps
Send photos
Share photos of the item and both entrances, or book a visit.
Get a plan
We confirm crew size, equipment, route and a firm price.
Protect and move
The route is protected, the item wrapped and moved with the right gear.
Place and set up
Positioned exactly where you want it and reassembled.
Precious pieces, safely moved
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Specialty moving questions
Still unsure? Call 647-930-4171 and talk to a real coordinator.
How much does it cost to move a piano?
A local upright piano move typically costs [$X to $Y], and a grand piano [$X to $Y]. Stairs, tight turns and distance change the price. Your quote is confirmed after we see photos or visit.
Can you move a piano up or down stairs?
Yes. Stairs are common. We bring extra crew and the right equipment, and we check the route ahead of time. Let us know the number of steps and any tight turns when you book.
Do I need to tune my piano after moving it?
Usually, yes. Moves and changes in temperature and humidity affect tuning. Most piano technicians suggest waiting two to four weeks after the move so the piano can settle before tuning.
Can you crate artwork or antiques?
[Confirm whether PinkBird builds custom crates in-house or uses a partner, and for which items.]
Can you move a gun safe?
Yes, for most residential safes. Tell us the make, model or weight, and the access at both ends. The safe must be empty and unlocked. [Confirm weight limit.]
Can specialty items be added to a regular move?
Yes. Most specialty items go on the same truck as the rest of your home move, with extra crew or equipment added to your quote.
Services that pair well
Moving something special?
Send us a photo and get a firm specialty moving quote.