Piano Removals

Piano Removals in Roehampton by Experienced Professionals

Moving a piano safely is a specialist job. At Roehampton Movers, our dedicated piano removals team has the training, equipment and experience to move your instrument carefully across Roehampton and throughout London and the UK.

Specialist Piano Removal Services in Roehampton

Pianos are heavy, delicate and expensive. Their weight is uneven, and a small knock can affect tuning or cause damage. As a long‑established Roehampton removals company, we provide a dedicated piano moving service designed around the specific needs of your instrument and property.

We move all common piano types, including:

• Upright pianos – standard, compact and tall uprights
• Baby grand pianos
• Grand pianos and concert grands (subject to access)
• Digital pianos and stage pianos

Every move is planned in advance, with the correct team size, equipment and vehicle allocated to ensure a safe, smooth removal.

Local Roehampton Knowledge, UK‑Wide Coverage

We work across Roehampton every day – from the estates and mansion blocks off Roehampton Lane to houses near Richmond Park and the University of Roehampton area. That local knowledge helps us plan access, parking and timings realistically.

Whether your piano move is within Roehampton, elsewhere in London, or to another part of the UK, we provide a fully managed service from door to door.

Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For

Our specialist piano removals are suitable for:

• Homeowners – moving home, renovating, or re‑siting a piano between rooms or floors.
• Renters – relocating between flats, including top‑floor and basement properties.
• Landlords – moving or removing pianos between lets or before refurbishment.
• Businesses – hotels, venues, schools, churches and studios needing safe piano transport.
• Students – especially music students moving to or from Roehampton accommodation.

We are used to dealing with tight staircases, communal entrances, lifts, parking restrictions and management company requirements in and around Roehampton.

What’s Included in Our Piano Removals

Items and Services Included

Our piano removals typically include:

• Careful assessment of access at collection and delivery addresses
• Provision of protective covers, blankets and specialist piano skids
• Removal of minor, easily detachable parts (e.g. castors, music stands) where necessary
• Wrapping and protection of the piano body and key cover
• Safe movement using trained operatives and correct lifting techniques
• Secure loading, strapping and transport in a purpose‑equipped removals vehicle
• Positioning of the piano in the room of your choice at the new address

What’s Not Included as Standard

To be transparent, the following are normally excluded or quoted separately:

• Retuning of the piano after the move (we can recommend local tuners)
• Major dismantling or reassembly of complex grand piano actions
• Cranes, hoists or external lifts for impossible stair access (can be arranged at additional cost)
• Disposal of old or unrepairable pianos
• Long‑term storage, although secure storage can be arranged if required

If your move involves unusual access – such as very narrow staircases, balcony lifts or basement exits – please mention this during your enquiry so we can plan accordingly.

Our Step‑by‑Step Piano Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us with basic details: type of piano, collection and delivery postcodes, property type and access notes. We provide a clear, written quotation with no hidden extras, outlining exactly what is included. For more complex moves we may offer several options so you can choose the most suitable approach.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For most upright and digital pianos, a detailed phone or video survey is sufficient. For grand pianos or challenging access (tight turns, multiple flights of stairs, no lift), we often recommend an onsite survey in Roehampton. This allows us to measure staircases, check parking and confirm the safest method of moving the piano.

3. Packing & Preparation

On the day, our professional team arrives with all necessary materials. We protect floors where needed, cover the piano in padded blankets or custom covers and secure any moving parts. For grands, we may remove the legs and lyre as appropriate, placing each component in protective wrapping for transit.

4. Loading & Transport

The piano is carefully moved using piano trolleys, skids and straps. Our trained movers communicate throughout each lift and manoeuvre. Once at the vehicle, the piano is loaded using ramps or tail‑lifts, then securely strapped to prevent any movement during transport. Our vehicles carry goods in transit insurance and are driven by experienced drivers used to handling delicate loads.

5. Unloading & Placement

At the destination, we reverse the process just as carefully. We place the piano in the room and position you request, subject to safe access. Protective covers are removed and any detached parts are refitted. We can advise on leaving time for the piano to acclimatise before tuning and on sensible positioning away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

Piano Removal Pricing – Clear and Transparent

Piano removals are priced based on several factors:

• Type and size of piano – upright, baby grand or grand
• Distance between addresses
• Number of steps/floors and whether there is a lift
• Parking and access constraints
• Any additional services required (storage, crane hire, long carries)

We do not offer one‑price‑fits‑all because that often leads to surprises. Instead, we give a firm, written quote once we understand your move. You will know exactly what you are paying for, and we are always happy to explain how the price is calculated.

Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY

Attempting to move a piano yourself, or with a casual man‑and‑van, can be risky. Pianos are deceptively heavy, and an awkward lift can cause serious injury or damage to the instrument, property or communal areas. Many general man‑and‑van services are not fully insured for specialist items.

By choosing a professional removal company like Roehampton Movers, you benefit from:

• Trained staff used to handling heavy, fragile items
• Proper equipment and vehicles for safe transport
• Goods in transit insurance for your piano
• Public liability cover to protect against accidental property damage
• Methodical planning, risk assessment and clear communication

In many cases, this works out more economical than repairing damage or replacing an instrument after a failed DIY attempt.

Insurance and Professional Standards

We take our responsibility for your piano seriously. Roehampton Movers operates with:

• Goods in transit insurance covering your piano while it is in our care and vehicles
• Public liability insurance for work in and around your property
• Trained moving teams who follow safe handling and lifting techniques
• Documented procedures for planning and carrying out complex moves

We are always happy to provide confirmation of our insurance and answer any questions you have about how your piano will be protected during the move.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

Protecting your piano and property is our first priority. Floors, walls and bannisters are safeguarded where necessary, and we take care to avoid marking paintwork or communal areas. All pianos are wrapped in padded covers or thick blankets to protect finishes and corners.

We also take a practical approach to sustainability. We reuse durable protective materials across multiple jobs, recycle where possible, and plan routes sensibly to reduce unnecessary mileage. Our aim is to provide a careful, reliable service while minimising waste.

Typical Piano Removal Scenarios We Handle

• Moving house – incorporating your piano into a full home removal within Roehampton or further afield.
• Office or venue relocation – safely moving pianos in hotels, churches, schools and performance spaces.
• Internal moves – relocating a piano between rooms or floors during refurbishment or redecoration.
• Urgent and short‑notice moves – subject to availability, we can often assist at short notice where dates have changed.

Whatever your situation, we will talk you through the options honestly and recommend a sensible, safe approach.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a piano removal in Roehampton cost?

The cost depends on the type of piano, distance travelled and access at each property. Upright pianos with straightforward ground‑floor access are generally the most economical, while grands or moves involving multiple flights of stairs are more complex. We price each job individually after asking a few key questions, and for more involved moves we may carry out a short survey. You’ll receive a clear, itemised quotation with no hidden extras, so you know exactly what is included before you book.

Can you do same‑day or urgent piano removals?

We can often accommodate urgent or short‑notice piano removals in Roehampton, particularly for upright or digital pianos with straightforward access. Same‑day availability depends on our existing schedule, team capacity and whether a survey is needed. If your move is urgent, contact us as early as possible with full details so we can assess feasibility. Even when time is tight, we won’t cut corners on safety or preparation; we will only accept the booking if we are confident we can move the piano properly.

Is my piano insured while it’s being moved?

Yes. Your instrument is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our care and vehicles. In addition, our public liability cover protects against accidental damage to property during the move. We treat insurance as a back‑up to good practice rather than a substitute; our priority is to prevent incidents through careful planning and handling. Policy details can be provided on request, and we are happy to discuss any specific concerns you may have regarding high‑value or antique pianos.

What’s included in your piano removal service?

Our standard service covers planning, protective wrapping, safe handling, transport and positioning at the new address. That includes provision of suitable equipment, a trained team, vehicle allocation, and fully insured transport. Minor dismantling, such as removing legs from certain grands, is also included where appropriate. What is not included as standard are tuning, major technical dismantling, crane hire and long‑term storage, although we can arrange or recommend these where needed. Everything that is included will be clearly listed on your quotation and booking confirmation.

How is a professional piano removal different from a man‑and‑van?

Many man‑and‑van operators do not specialise in pianos and may lack the right equipment, experience or insurance. A professional piano removal service provides trained operatives, purpose‑equipped vehicles, protective materials and formal insurance cover as standard. We carry out risk assessments, plan access, and use techniques designed specifically for heavy, delicate instruments. This significantly reduces the risk of damage to your piano or property and minimises the chance of injury. In practice, professional movers offer greater peace of mind and can often be better value than a poorly executed budget move.

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 your date is fixed or falls at a busy time of year. This allows time for any necessary survey, access checks and coordination with wider house or office moves. That said, we regularly help with short‑notice moves in Roehampton when diaries allow. If your dates are flexible, we can often suggest quieter days or times that may be more economical. The earlier you contact us, the more options we can offer.