{"id":7949,"date":"2025-04-23T17:11:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T17:11:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uniquemoversmn.com\/?p=7949"},"modified":"2025-09-22T19:35:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T19:35:16","slug":"how-to-move-a-piano","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/about\/blog\/how-to-move-a-piano\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Move A Piano"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66\">\n.avia-section.av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/subheader.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  avia-bg-style-scroll av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-50 av-height-50  container_wrap sidebar_right'  data-section-bg-repeat='no-repeat' data-av_minimum_height_pc='50' data-av_min_height_opt='50'><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-7949'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#ffffff;\nfont-size:60px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:60px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#ffffff;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lz35a5zi-430a255b3b4ad3484c753b5012346c3a av-special-heading-h1 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-1  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  pagetitle av-inherit-size'><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >How To Move A Piano<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-dnn1or-3a341ee0e2b564d44e1e8e1191428167 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  medium avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-7949'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205\">\n.flex_column.av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  id=\"citypageform\"  class='flex_column av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-3  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz35c9hi-12f88191956198fba1d4cf919fa2e3c0 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving a piano is not your typical DIY task. Whether it&#8217;s an upright or a grand, pianos are heavy, fragile, and expensive. Even a tiny misstep can lead to costly repairs or serious injuries. If you\u2019re moving in Minnesota and wondering how to transport your piano the right way, we\u2019ve put together this step-by-step guide to help you decide whether to go it alone or call in the pros. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/contact\/\"><b>Fill out our contact<\/b> <b>form<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or call <\/span><a href=\"tel:+13202373776\"><b>(320) 237-3776<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you decide you want experts on the job. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58-wrap avia-button-left  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last '>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58\">\n#top #wrap_all .avia-button.av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\ntransition:all 0.4s ease-in-out;\n}\n#top #wrap_all.avia-button.av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58:hover .avia_button_background{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<a href='https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/contact\/'  class='avia-button av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58 av-link-btn avia-icon_select-no avia-size-medium avia-position-left avia-color-theme-color'   aria-label=\"Request A Quote\"><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Request A Quote<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/p><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-8pj82j-bd2d228a5b875c8daeec00e9f37bbe3e av_one_third  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_two_third  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_div  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lz35asde-a7434c9232ff7ed4273b28f52012d9c8\">\n.avia-image-container.av-lz35asde-a7434c9232ff7ed4273b28f52012d9c8 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-lz35asde-a7434c9232ff7ed4273b28f52012d9c8 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-lz35asde-a7434c9232ff7ed4273b28f52012d9c8 av-styling-no-styling avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-7  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-7950 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-7950 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-1030x1030.webp\" alt='A bedroom neatly packed up with boxes for moving.' title='pianoMove'  height=\"1030\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-1030x1030.webp 1030w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-180x180.webp 180w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-705x705.webp 705w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove-400x400.webp 400w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pianoMove.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12\">\n.flex_column.av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  id=\"citypageform\"  class='flex_column av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_one_third  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m8swqr7p-0f37082611f67e5621b0054df3a7dcbe '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Step 1: Understand the Type of Piano You\u2019re Moving<\/h2>\n<p>Not all pianos are created equal. Here&#8217;s a quick breakdown:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Upright Pianos:<\/strong>\u00a0Generally weigh between 300\u2013500 lbs. Easier to move but still requires caution.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baby Grand or Grand Pianos:<\/strong>\u00a0Can weigh anywhere from 500 to 1,200 lbs. These often require partial disassembly and multiple movers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before you start planning, identify the kind of piano you\u2019re dealing with and measure the piano and all doorways, hallways, and staircases involved in the move.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 2: Gather the Right Equipment<\/h2>\n<p>You can get by without the proper equipment for some DIY moves. For a piano, you&#8217;ll need more than muscle. Make sure you have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Piano dolly or skid board<\/strong>\u00a0(depending on the type of piano)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy-duty moving straps<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Furniture blankets or moving pads<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Packing tape and stretch wrap<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Work gloves<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Measuring tape<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A truck with a loading ramp or liftgate\u00a0<\/strong>(if moving off-site)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t try to improvise with makeshift equipment. Pianos are too expensive, heavy, and fragile to take half measures\u2013they require the right tools for safe handling.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 3: Protect the Piano<\/h2>\n<p>Before you begin moving anything, you need to prep the piano for the move:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Close and lock the keyboard lid<\/strong>\u00a0to protect the keys.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrap the entire piano in moving blankets<\/strong>\u00a0to prevent dings, dents, and scratches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure the blankets with packing tape or stretch wrap<\/strong>\u2014never apply tape directly to the piano\u2019s surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re moving a grand or baby grand piano, the legs and pedals usually need to be removed first. Make sure to keep screws and small parts labeled and bagged for reassembly.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 4: Recruit Help<\/h2>\n<p>Never attempt to move a piano solo, even if you have the proper equipment. Depending on the size and weight of the piano, you&#8217;ll need at least two to four strong, capable movers. Everyone should wear appropriate footwear and gloves for grip and protection.<\/p>\n<p>Communication is key. Make sure everyone understands the plan before lifting, especially if you\u2019re navigating stairs or tight corners.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 5: Load the Piano Carefully<\/h2>\n<p>Use a piano dolly or skid board to transport the piano to the truck. Much like a refrigerator, keeping the piano oriented upright is important. Laying it on an unnatural plane can damage internal components.<\/p>\n<p>Use loading ramps or liftgates to get the piano into the truck. Once inside, secure it with straps to prevent shifting during transport. Place the piano against a truck wall and wedge it with padded furniture or other secured items.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 6: Reassemble &amp; Retune<\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve reached your new destination and carefully unloaded the piano, reassemble any removed parts. Schedule a professional tuning after the piano has had a few days to adjust to its new environment. Pianos are sensitive to humidity and movement; tuning ensures they stay in top playing condition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e{\nheight:40px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295\">\n.flex_column.av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m6ti8bsx-af7c96849e074f2d0891e45a603b2fb5\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-m6ti8bsx-af7c96849e074f2d0891e45a603b2fb5{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-m6ti8bsx-af7c96849e074f2d0891e45a603b2fb5 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-m6ti8bsx-af7c96849e074f2d0891e45a603b2fb5 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-m6ti8bsx-af7c96849e074f2d0891e45a603b2fb5 av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-12  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Contact Unique Movers for Piano Moving Help<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m6tiu04s-7f1dd01d113230e0088f0fd84e13ba80 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>If your piano is particularly large, you&#8217;re dealing with stairs, or you don\u2019t have the right equipment or manpower, it\u2019s time to call in a professional. Even if none of these factors apply, it\u2019s still a big job to try to do yourself. At Unique Movers, we offer\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/specialty-moving\/\"><strong>specialized piano moving services<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0throughout Minnesota. Our trained crews know exactly how to handle your instrument with care, so you don\u2019t have to take the risk.<\/p>\n<p>Whether your piano is the only item you need to be moved or one of many, we\u2019re happy to provide free, comprehensive moving quotes and upfront pricing. 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