Moving a piano is not like moving ordinary furniture. At Tower Hill Removals, we provide a dedicated piano removals service across London, combining specialist equipment with experienced, trained crews who understand the weight, balance and value of your instrument. Whether you are relocating a family upright or a concert grand, we move it safely, efficiently and with full protection from door to door.
Our piano removals team handles all common types of pianos and typical access situations across London homes and premises. We plan each move in detail, from parking and access to protection of floors, walls and staircases, so you don’t have to worry on the day.
We cover single-item piano moves, piano relocations as part of a full house move, and internal moves within the same property.
If your piano is unusually large, very old, or access is particularly restricted, we may arrange an in-person survey to confirm we can move it safely and advise on any additional measures needed.
Contact Tower Hill Removals by phone or online with the basic details: type of piano, collection and delivery postcodes, and any known access challenges (stairs, basement, no lift, etc.). We will ask a few targeted questions and often request photos or a short video. Using this information we provide a clear, no-obligation quote, explaining exactly what is included and any conditions.
For most upright and digital pianos, a virtual survey using photos or video is sufficient. For grand and baby grand pianos, or moves involving tight staircases or unusual access, we may schedule an onsite survey. This allows us to measure doorways, check stair turns and confirm the safest route. The survey helps us allocate the right team size, equipment and vehicle.
On removal day, our professional crew arrives on time, introduces themselves and walks through the plan with you. We protect floors and key surfaces, then carefully wrap the piano with thick blankets and, where appropriate, protective film. For grand pianos, we may remove legs and lyre, securing them separately, and use a specialised piano skid. Everything is labelled and prepared to prevent movement during transport.
The team moves the piano using trained lifting techniques, dollies and ramps as required, keeping it level and controlled at all times. We secure the piano inside our removals vehicle using straps and cushioning to prevent any shift in transit. Our vehicles are maintained to a high standard, and your instrument is covered by our goods in transit insurance during the journey.
At the destination we carefully unload the piano and place it in your chosen room, making minor adjustments to position as needed. We remove our protective materials and check that you are happy with the placement and condition before we leave. For best results, we suggest allowing the piano to acclimatise for a few days before arranging tuning.
Piano removal costs depend on several factors rather than a one-size-fits-all rate. When we quote, we consider:
We provide a clear, itemised price before you book, with no hidden extras. If circumstances change, we will always discuss any cost implications with you in advance. For regular clients such as schools, venues and retailers, we can agree structured pricing for repeat moves.
A piano can weigh anywhere from 150kg to well over 400kg. Attempting to move it with friends or an unprepared man-and-van service risks damage to the instrument, your property and the people involved. Professional piano removals bring:
Using a casual man-and-van may appear cheaper but often lacks the expertise, equipment and insurance required for a safe and secure piano move.
Tower Hill Removals operates to high professional standards across all our services, with particular care taken for valuable musical instruments.
We are happy to share details of our cover and answer any questions so you can book with confidence.
Every piano removal is approached with respect for both the instrument and the property. We use heavy-duty blankets, corner protectors and, where necessary, floor coverings to prevent scuffs and scratches. Our aim is to leave your home or premises exactly as we found it, with the piano safely in its new position.
We also work towards more sustainable practices by maintaining our vehicles for efficiency, planning routes to reduce unnecessary mileage, and reusing protective materials where safe and hygienic to do so. When we dispose of old packing materials, we prioritise recycling options.
Many clients combine a piano removal with a full household move. We schedule the day so the piano is loaded securely, with enough crew to handle both general furniture and the instrument. This keeps everything under one coordinated plan.
Studios, theatres, schools and offices often have pianos that need to be moved carefully while the rest of the equipment and furniture is relocated. We can work outside normal hours to minimise disruption and ensure your piano is ready to use at the new location.
Occasionally a piano needs to be moved at short notice – for example, a last-minute venue change or an urgent property completion. Where our schedule allows, we can arrange same-day or next-day piano removals in London, always prioritising safety over speed.
The cost of a piano removal varies depending on the type of piano, the distance travelled and how straightforward the access is at each address. Upright and digital pianos are usually cheaper to move than baby grands or grands because they require fewer staff and less dismantling. Stairs, tight corners or long carries can also affect the price. Once we know the details, we provide a clear, fixed quote with no hidden extras, so you understand exactly what you are paying for before you book.
Same-day or urgent piano removals are sometimes possible, depending on our existing bookings and the complexity of your move. Simple upright moves with straightforward access are easier to accommodate at short notice than large grands or properties with difficult staircases. If you need an urgent move, contact us as early as you can with full details. We will check our schedule, advise what is realistic, and, if we can help, arrange a safe plan that does not compromise on care or protection.
Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our care and on our vehicles, subject to the limits and conditions of our policy. We also hold public liability cover in case of accidental damage to third-party property. We handle instruments carefully, but insurance provides an important safety net. If your piano is particularly high value or unusual, let us know so we can confirm cover levels and, if necessary, discuss any additional arrangements before the move takes place.
Our piano removal service includes a pre-move assessment, protective wrapping of the instrument, use of specialist equipment, safe loading, secure transport and careful placement in the new room. We also protect key areas of your property as required and provide cover under our goods in transit insurance. Optional extras such as storage or a full house move can be added if needed. Tuning and repairs are not included, but we can advise on the best time to tune after the move and suggest local technicians if required.
A professional piano removal uses trained crews, the right equipment and clear procedures designed specifically for heavy, delicate instruments. We prepare in advance, carry full insurance and protect both your property and the piano itself. Many man-and-van operators are general carriers and may not have the experience, staff numbers or equipment to handle pianos safely, especially on stairs or in tight spaces. While a basic van service may look cheaper at first glance, the risk of damage or injury is significantly higher if the move is not carried out professionally.
We recommend booking your piano removal at least one to two weeks in advance, particularly if you need a specific date or time, or if your piano is a grand or baby grand. This allows us to schedule the right team and, where necessary, carry out a survey. During busy periods, such as month-end or school holidays, dates can fill quickly. That said, if you have a last-minute requirement, it is still worth contacting us – we will always do our best to help if our schedule and safety standards allow.
