Piano moving
Piano moving service in London
Upright and baby grand pianos moved across London by our own experienced team, fully wrapped, with the right equipment and the right number of people.
5-star rated
Consistently highly rated on Google, Trustpilot, and Removal Reviews
Triple Award Winner 2026
Three 2026 Consumer Care Awards from the NGRS and the Removals Industry Ombudsman.
Established since 2011
Over 15 years of removals and man and van work across Greater London
Fully insured
Goods in Transit and public liability cover on every booking, regardless of job size
Piano moving
Specialist piano moving in London
Best London Removals moves upright and baby grand pianos across London, backed by more than 15 years of experience.
Every piano move is assessed individually. The quote is based on your instrument, the access at both properties and the team size the job needs, not a standard rate.
We also move grandfather clocks, antique furniture and large mirrors with the same care, on their own or as part of your house move.
Upright and baby grand
Moved on their own, as part of your house move or between floors of your home.
The right team
Two movers for a ground floor move, up to four for a heavy upright on stairs.
Free video survey
Show us what needs moving via WhatsApp video and receive a tailored fixed-price quote.
Planning
Planning your piano move
We check the piano, the route and the parking before we confirm your quote, so the team and equipment are right on the day.
Access at both properties
Stairs, turns, doorways and the route to the van at both addresses, checked before we confirm your quote.
The right team
Two movers and a piano dolly for a ground floor move, up to four for a heavy upright on stairs. The team size sets the price.
Parking close to the door
A short carry is safer for the piano. If your street needs a parking suspension, we can help you arrange it.
Show us what needs moving via WhatsApp video to 07507 637 861, including the stairs and doorways at both addresses, and we will confirm the team and a fixed price. Need a parking suspension? See our parking suspension guide.
Protection
How we handle and protect your piano
Piano covers, blankets, stretch film and straps, the right equipment and a team sized for the job. Nothing is loaded unwrapped.
Full wrapping
The keyboard and pedals are protected and the case is covered with a piano cover or moving blankets and stretch film, secured with straps.
Specialist equipment
Piano dollies for flat floors and lifts, a piano board for baby grands and lifting straps for stair carries.
Stair carries
We plan the route, put the right number of people on the stairs and take every step at a steady, controlled pace.
Secure in the van
Once loaded, the piano is strapped and padded so it cannot shift on the journey.
What we move
Piano moves we handle
Upright and baby grand pianos, moved on their own, as part of your house move or between floors of your home.
Upright pianos
From compact uprights to heavy period pianos, wrapped and moved on a dolly or carried by hand on stairs.
Baby grand pianos
Legs and pedal lyre removed, the piano wrapped and moved on its side on a piano board, then reassembled in place.
Within your home
Moving the piano to another room or floor. A minimum charge applies, based on the team size and the distance from us.
As part of your move
Planned into your house move, with the piano shown as a separate line in your quote when needed.
How it works
How your piano move works
From the first video to the piano in its new place, everything is agreed in writing.
Show us the piano
Send a WhatsApp video of the piano and the route at both addresses, or book a survey. We confirm the access, team size and equipment.
Your fixed quote
You receive a clear, itemised written quote, typically within 24 hours and valid for 30 days.
Booking confirmed
We confirm your date, start time and team. If your street needs a parking suspension, we can help you arrange it.
Move day
We wrap the piano before it leaves the room, carry it to the van, secure it for the journey and place it where you want it at the other end.
Clocks and antiques
Grandfather clocks, antiques and mirrors
Alongside pianos, we move grandfather clocks, antique furniture and large mirrors with the same care: assessed first, fully wrapped and placed carefully at the other end.
Grandfather clocks
The pendulum and weights are removed and packed separately, by you or by our team. The case is wrapped and moved upright where possible.
Antique furniture
Display cabinets, sideboards and other heavy pieces are wrapped in moving blankets and stretch film, with glass and carved details protected.
Large mirrors
Large and gilded mirrors are wrapped with corner guards and marked fragile, then moved with the same care as the piano.
Good to know
Before and after moving day
A few things worth knowing before you book your piano move.
Tuning after the move
We do not tune pianos. Moving can affect the tuning, so let the piano settle in its new room for a few days, then book a qualified piano tuner.
No cranes or hoists
We do not hoist pianos through windows. Every piano is moved through the building on a dolly or board, or carried by hand.
Any day of the week
Piano moves can be booked any day, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Insurance and awards
Insurance, responsibility and peace of mind
Every move includes goods in transit insurance and public liability cover as standard, providing protection while your belongings are handled, loaded, transported and unloaded. Zero-excess cover is also available at an additional cost. Please let us know about any high-value or particularly delicate items in advance so we can arrange appropriate handling and discuss any specific insurance requirements.
Best London Removals has been a member of the National Guild of Removers & Storers (NGRS) since 2015. In 2026, we received three industry awards recognising our commitment to professional standards, customer care and service quality: the Professional Standards Commitment Award, Super Elite Plus Remover Award and Perfect Record Award.
We believe a successful move starts with careful planning, clear communication and accountability. From your initial quotation to the final delivery, we keep you informed, address concerns promptly and take responsibility for delivering the service agreed.
Testimonials
What our customers say
Real moves, in their own words, from customers across London.
★★★★★
Home move, including an electric piano
Excellent service from start to finish. The team arrived exactly on time, worked efficiently and handled everything with great care, including large pieces of furniture and an electric piano. Everything was moved safely and without any issues.
Professional, reliable and very reasonably priced for the quality of service provided. I would happily use Best London Removals again and would definitely recommend them.
SergeyTrustpilot, September 2026
★★★★★
Home move in Northwood
Philip and his team from Best London Removals were pleasant, punctual, reliable, extremely careful with our possessions (which they wrapped very securely), tidy and efficient. Overall they were most professional and went out of their way to help us with any problems or special requests. On the basis of our move in Northwood, I would have no hesitation in recommending Best London Removals.
KeithRemoval Reviews, June 2015
★★★★★
Assessed before the quote, Uxbridge to Hexham
The Best London Removals Ltd are a very professional outfit. Prior to giving us a quote, they visited our property to assess how much stuff we had to move and identified which items they would take apart or wrap. This meant that there were no surprises on the moving date.
AlisonRemoval Reviews, March 2016
Highly rated by 800+ customers across four independent review sites.
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Prices
Know your moving cost before you book
Clear prices, calculators that use our real rates, and a fixed written quote once we have seen what is moving.
Get a free quotePrice guide
Man and van from £216 for up to 3 hours, and typical house move prices for outer and central London.
Home removals calculator
Add your furniture room by room and see the vans, movers, time and an estimated total.
Man and van calculator
Choose your team, hours and distance, and see your price including VAT straight away.
Where we operate
Main boroughs and areas we serve
Based in Ruislip, we carry out removals across Greater London. Priority coverage: West, Central, North, and South West London.
West London
Central London
Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, Camden, Islington
North London
Barnet, Enfield, Haringey
South West London
Richmond upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Wandsworth
FAQs
Piano moving FAQs
The questions we are asked most often about moving a piano. If anything is unclear, call us on 0800 080 7476.
Have questions about your move? Our team is here to help. No jargon, no fuss, just clear advice and quick responses.
Need help fast? Message us on WhatsApp for quick answers, updates, or support with your upcoming move.
What types of pianos do you move?
Upright and baby grand pianos. We assess every piano individually, so the team size and equipment suit the instrument and the access. For more detail, read our guide to piano removals in London.
How much does it cost to move a piano?
It depends on the piano, the access at both properties, the stairs and the team size. We give a fixed written quote after seeing the piano and the route, by WhatsApp video or a survey.
Can you move a piano up or down stairs?
Yes. Where a dolly can be used we use one. Where the piano has to be carried, we use lifting straps and the right number of people for the staircase.
How do you move a baby grand?
We remove the legs and pedal lyre, wrap the piano and move it on its side on a piano board, then reassemble it in place at the other end.
Can you move a piano to another room or floor in my home?
Yes. A minimum charge applies, confirmed based on the team size and the distance from us.
Can you move my piano as part of a house move?
Yes. We plan the piano into your house move, and can show its cost as a separate line in your quote. Our packing service can pack the rest of your home.
Do you move pianos outside London?
Rarely, as it means a dedicated trip just for the piano. We can quote for it, but for long distances a specialist piano carrier with a regular route there is often more cost effective.
Do you tune pianos?
No. Moving can affect the tuning, so let the piano settle for a few days in its new place, then book a qualified piano tuner.
Do you hoist pianos through windows?
No. We do not use cranes or hoists. Every piano is moved through the building on a dolly or board, or carried by hand.
Get a free quote for your piano move
Tell us about the piano, the access at both properties and your preferred date, and we will come back with a clear, fixed written quote.
Piano moves across Greater London, any day of the week, on their own or with your house move.