Professional Piano Moving Services

Westpoint Moving & Hauling provides professional piano moving services throughout San Rafael, San Anselmo, Mill Valley, Ross, Kentfield, Greenbrae, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Sausalito, Tiburon, Novato, and surrounding communities. We safely move upright pianos, spinets, baby grand pianos, grand pianos, and digital pianos for homeowners, realtors, property managers, and families.

Pianos require specialized equipment, trained crews, and careful planning to move safely, and our experienced team handles every detail from padding and wrapping to loading, transport, and precise placement. Whether you’re relocating locally or need a piano moved as part of a larger move, cleanout, or estate transition, our team is ready to help. 

Why Pianos Need Specialized Movers

Pianos are among the heaviest and most delicate items in any home. An upright piano can weigh several hundred pounds, while grand pianos often weigh 500 to 1,200 pounds or more. Beyond sheer weight, pianos contain thousands of intricate internal parts, including strings, hammers, and a delicate soundboard, all of which can be damaged by improper handling, tilting, or vibration. 

Moving a piano isn’t a job for general movers or a few extra hands. It requires specialized equipment like piano boards, skid boards, ramps, and dollies, along with trained techniques for navigating doorways, stairs, and tight turns without damaging the instrument or the property. Our crews understand piano construction, balance points, and safe lifting techniques, allowing us to move pianos efficiently while protecting both the instrument and your home. As an owner-operated company with over 10 years of moving experience, we treat every piano with the same care we’d want for our own. 

Types of Pianos We Move

Upright Pianos

Upright pianos are common in homes and schools. While more compact than grand pianos, they’re still heavy and top-loaded, requiring careful balance and secure strapping during transport.

Spinet Pianos

Spinet pianos are the smallest and lightest type of upright piano, but their compact internal mechanism still requires careful handling to avoid damaging the action or keys.

Baby Grand Pianos

Baby grand pianos require disassembly of the legs, pedal lyre, and sometimes the lid, along with wrapping and crating to protect the finish and internal components during transport.

Grand Pianos

Grand pianos are the largest and heaviest pianos we move. They require full disassembly, specialized piano boards, and multiple trained movers to safely navigate doorways, stairs, and tight spaces.

Digital Pianos

Digital pianos are generally lighter than acoustic pianos but still benefit from professional padding and secure transport to protect screens, keys, and internal electronics. No matter the type or size, our team has the equipment and experience to move your piano safely.

Our Piano Moving Process

We’ll provide a free assessment and quote for your piano type, pickup and delivery locations, stairs or elevators, and any access challenges. 

Scheduling: 

We offer same-day or next-day availability in many cases, along with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. 

Protective Wrapping:

Every piano is carefully padded and wrapped using moving blankets and protective materials to shield the finish, legs, and delicate components. 

Specialized Equipment:

We use piano boards, dollies, ramps, and straps designed specifically for safe piano transport. 

Careful Loading & Transport:

Our trained crews load the piano securely into our truck, minimizing movement and vibration during transit. 

Safe Placement: 

At delivery, we carefully unload, reassemble if needed, and place the piano exactly where you’d like it. 

Final Walkthrough:

We confirm the piano is properly positioned and that you’re satisfied with the completed move. 

What Affects Piano Moving Cost

Piano moving costs vary based on several factors rather than a single flat rate. Distance between pickup and delivery locations plays a major role, as local moves typically cost less than long-distance relocations. The type and size of piano also matter, since grand pianos require more equipment, disassembly, and manpower than upright or digital pianos. 

Stairs, narrow hallways, and lack of elevator access can increase the time and labor needed to safely maneuver a piano, which may affect pricing. Similarly, tight turns, doorway sizes, and outdoor terrain such as gravel or uneven walkways can add complexity. Additional factors include whether disassembly and reassembly are required, how many movers are needed for the job, and any special packing or crating requests. We provide free quotes so you know what to expect before scheduling your move. 

Stairs, Tight Spaces & Long-Distance Moves

Stairs & Multi-Level Homes

Moving a piano up or down stairs requires specialized equipment and trained crews to maintain control and balance throughout the process. Our team has experience safely navigating multi-level homes.

Tight Spaces & Narrow Doorways

Tight hallways, narrow doorways, and sharp turns require careful planning and, in some cases, partial disassembly to move the piano safely without damaging the instrument or your property.

Long-Distance Piano Moves

For long-distance and interstate piano moves, our crews use secure packing methods and careful loading techniques to protect your piano throughout extended transport.

Insurance & Guarantees

At Westpoint Moving & Hauling, protecting your piano is a top priority. Every item we move is padded, wrapped, and carefully secured using professional moving techniques to help ensure the highest level of protection during transport and delivery. Our trained crews follow careful handling procedures designed specifically for pianos and other delicate, high-value items. 

We stand behind our work with clear communication, dependable scheduling, and a customer-first mindset throughout every step of your move. If you have questions about coverage or protection options for your piano move, our team is happy to walk you through the details during your free quote. 

Service Area

Westpoint Moving & Hauling proudly provides piano moving services throughout San Rafael, San Anselmo, Mill Valley, Ross, Kentfield, Greenbrae, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Sausalito, Tiburon, Novato, and surrounding communities. Whether you’re moving locally or need piano moving support as part of a larger relocation or property cleanout, our team is ready to help. 

Schedule Your Piano Move Today

Westpoint Moving & Hauling is locally owned and operated, with over 10 years of moving experience and a customer-first mindset. As a company committed to hiring and supporting veterans, we bring discipline, professionalism, and dependable service to every job. Unlike large franchise movers, we provide personalized service with a dedicated move coordinator and trained crews who treat every home (and every piano) like their own. 

Whether you need a standalone piano move or want to combine it with a larger relocation, junk removal, or property clearout, our team is ready to help. 

Call Westpoint Moving & Hauling or request a free quote online today. 

Piano Moving | FAQs

Do you move grand pianos?
Yes. Our trained crews move grand pianos, baby grand pianos, upright pianos, spinets, and digital pianos, using specialized equipment and techniques for each type.

Piano moving costs depend on factors like distance, piano type, stairs or elevator access, and whether disassembly is required. We provide free quotes so you know what to expect. 

Yes. We offer same-day or next-day availability for many piano moves, depending on scheduling and location.
Yes. Our crews are trained and equipped to safely navigate stairs and multi-level homes when moving pianos.
The number of movers depends on the piano type and the layout of your home. Grand and baby grand pianos typically require more crew members and equipment than uprights or digital pianos.
Yes. We provide local, intrastate, and long-distance piano moving services with secure packing and transport methods.
Grand and baby grand pianos often require disassembly of the legs, pedal lyre, and sometimes the lid to allow for safe transport. Our team will let you know what’s needed for your specific piano.
It’s helpful to clear pathways, secure any loose sheet music or accessories, and let our team know about any stairs, tight spaces, or access challenges ahead of time.
Yes. As a full-service moving and hauling company, we can combine piano moving with your larger move, junk removal, or property clearout to simplify scheduling.
We proudly serve San Rafael, San Anselmo, Mill Valley, Ross, Kentfield, Greenbrae, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Sausalito, Tiburon, Novato, and surrounding communities.