Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Learning how to move a piano helps you decide between hiring pros and a careful DIY. Pianos are heavy, awkward, and easy to damage, so most people should hire piano specialists.
Step: Measure the piano and every doorway and hallway
Step: Recruit at least 4 strong helpers or hire specialists
Step: Rent a piano dolly and heavy moving straps
Step: Close and secure the keyboard lid
Step: Wrap the piano fully in moving blankets and tape
Step: Lift with legs, not backs, and move slowly
Step: Roll on the dolly and never tip a grand on its legs
Step: Have it tuned a few weeks after the move
Moving an upright or grand piano.
When: Plan a piano move well ahead; book specialists 2 to 3 weeks out.
Watch out: Do not attempt a grand piano move without experience; grands must be partly disassembled and improper handling can injure people and ruin the instrument.