Getting Piano Mover Quotes is Easy on Shiply

How To Move A Piano

Pianos are notoriously hard to move. They are heavy, delicate, and can often be worth large amounts of money, meaning their care during transit is of the utmost importance. This is why many who need to transport their piano look to a piano moving company. Finding the right one for your needs is where Shiply can help.

Whether you are selling a piano, buying one, or just moving house and trying to move your piano, Shiply can find a piano moving company that works for your needs.

There are hundreds of shipping companies on our platform ready to bid on your job, typically at prices that can be up to 75% cheaper than usual - all you need to do to get started is fill out our simple form.

How Much Does Piano Moving Cost?

The average cost of a piano move is roughly $5.50 per mile for distances under 100 miles, and this reduces drastically for longer journeys which cost around $0.90 per mile. However, there are numerous factors along with distance that can affect the cost of a piano shipping service.

Size And Weight - Pianos come in all shapes and sizes, from baby pianos to grand pianos, and each of these will likely require different vehicles and equipment to move. Generally, the larger and heavier your piano, the more the piano movers will likely charge.

Timings - If you need your piano transported urgently, this may end up costing you more. On Shiply, the best rates are given by drivers who are making similar journeys already, so if you fit into their schedule you get the best quote. If you need your piano move to happen on a certain day, or within a strict timeframe, you can expect to be charged more.

Time Of Year - One slightly unavoidable factor that can affect the cost of your piano moving company is the time of year. Some routes become inaccessible during the winter months due to ice, rain, and snow. This can mean a longer route is required and will cost more, although it is rare that this will significantly affect your quote.

Location Of Pickup And Delivery - If the piano you need to be moved is in a remote area, then you may see an increase in the cost of your quote. Piano movers are likely to be close by in urban areas and willing to make the journey to you at no extra cost, but significantly remote pickups may incur extra fees.

How Can Shiply Help Find Piano Movers?

Now that you know a bit more about the logistics and costs involved in piano shipping, you need to actually find someone to move yours. This is where we think Shiply can help.

We just need a few details from you, namely the pickup and dropoff locations, the desired dates, and some details about the size/weight of the piano. Once we have this information, piano moving companies can start to send personalized quotes to move your instrument. You are then able to compare all of your options in one space.

Our platform uses a feedback and rating system to allow for transparency and trust between customers and shipping service providers. This allows you to pick a piano mover with confidence in the kind of service you receive. On Shiply, you are also able to message each company that gets in touch with any specific questions or concerns you might have.

Piano movers on Shiply are typically trying to fill up empty space in their vehicles for trips they are already planning on making. What this means for the customer is that prices can be 75% cheaper than standard rates as the costs of making the journey have already been factored in. It also means that by using our platform you will be stopping one extra unnecessary vehicle causing emissions on the road!

Preparing For Your Piano To Be Moved

If you have had a look through your available options and have selected a piano moving service to carry out your job then the next thing to think about is preparing your piano for a move. Some things we always recommend are:

Documents - Not always applicable, but if you are selling your piano or moving it abroad then there may be some paperwork that needs to be completed and provided to the piano mover. We recommend looking into this before to avoid any last-minute issues that could halt your service.

Cleaning - Keeping your piano clean is good practice anyway, but we highly recommend giving it a good clean before it is transported. This is a great way to spot any damages or issues that are present before pickup.

Photographic Evidence - Following on from cleaning your piano, we always recommend capturing some high-quality time-stamped pictures of your piano to document its condition before pickup. These photos will come in handy in the unfortunate event of damage to your piano that occurs during transit.

Packing - You should always ensure your piano is packed as safely and securely as possible before it is transported to avoid damage. Certain piano moving companies will have all of the necessary materials to do this for you, but it is always best to check and be prepared with bubble wrap if not!

What To Do After Delivery

The first thing you should do once your piano is delivered is to thoroughly check its condition of it, making sure that it looks to be in the same condition as it was when it was shipped (use the photos you took before pickup). If there are any damages, be sure to flag these with the piano shippers as soon as possible.

Finally, we ask that you consider leaving feedback for your chosen piano shippers on our platform. Whether they were a delight to work with or could have improved, all feedback is important to allow both the transport providers to improve and to allow our customers to make an informed decision when selecting quotes.