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Specialty piano moving with trained handlers and proper equipment

Pianos are among the most challenging items to move. They are extremely heavy, awkwardly shaped, mechanically delicate, and often irreplaceably valuable. Moving a piano through a NYC apartment building — with tight doorways, narrow hallways, and multiple floors — requires specialized training, equipment, and experience. Piece of Cake Moving & Storage has moved thousands of pianos across New York City, from compact spinets to nine-foot concert grands, all fully insured and handled by trained piano moving specialists.

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Every Piano Type, Safely Moved

We move all types of pianos including grand pianos (5-9 feet, 700-1200 lbs), baby grands (4.5-5.5 feet, 500-600 lbs), upright pianos (300-800 lbs depending on model), spinets and consoles, digital pianos and keyboards, and player pianos. Each type requires different handling techniques. Grand pianos need to be properly closed, locked, and tipped onto a piano board for transport. Uprights require specific padding to protect the cabinet and internal mechanisms. Our crews know the correct protocol for every piano type.

Specialty Techniques and Equipment

Piano moving is not regular moving — it requires specialty tools and techniques. Our piano crews use piano boards (skid boards) for grand piano transport, heavy-duty piano dollies with pneumatic wheels, stair-climbing equipment for walk-up buildings, padded covers and custom wrapping for cabinet protection, locking mechanisms to prevent lid and keyboard damage, and rigging straps rated for piano weights. These tools, combined with our crews' training in piano-specific lifting techniques, ensure your instrument is protected at every stage of the move.

Fully Insured Piano Moves

Every piano move is backed by our full insurance coverage. Pianos can be worth anywhere from a few thousand to over a hundred thousand dollars, and we treat every piano as if it is priceless. Our insurance covers the instrument during loading, transit, and unloading. We also offer additional coverage options for high-value instruments. Before your move, we document the piano's condition with photos and notes so there is a clear record of its pre-move state.

NYC Piano Moving Challenges We Handle Daily

Moving a piano in NYC presents challenges you will not find anywhere else. Narrow apartment doorways that require careful angling. Elevators too small for a grand piano, requiring stair carries. Walk-up buildings with tight, turning staircases. Buildings that require specific scheduling and protection standards. Limited street parking for loading and unloading. Our crews navigate these challenges every day and have developed techniques for virtually every NYC building scenario. If your piano can fit through the doorway, we can move it.

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Packing Services

Full Packing

Our professional packers will carefully pack every item in your home using premium materials, saving you time and stress.

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Platinum Packing Experience

Our white-glove platinum service includes custom crating, specialty wrapping, and dedicated handlers for your most prized possessions.

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Plastic Bin Hire

Rent sturdy, reusable plastic moving bins delivered right to your door. A greener, easier alternative to cardboard boxes.

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Box and Material Delivery

We deliver boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and all the packing supplies you need right to your doorstep before move day.

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Valuable Item Packing

Artwork, antiques, electronics, and other high-value items receive custom packing solutions to ensure maximum protection during transit.

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Piano Moving

From uprights to grand pianos, our trained specialists use the right equipment and techniques to move your piano safely.

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Make space with our flexible short and long term storage

Whether you need to store a few items or an entire household, our climate-controlled storage facilities in NYC are the perfect solution. We offer flexible short-term and long-term options with 24/7 security monitoring and easy access to your belongings whenever you need them.

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✓Grand, baby grand, upright, and spinet specialists
✓Piano boards and heavy-duty dollies
✓Stair-climbing equipment for walk-ups
✓Custom padding and cabinet protection
✓Fully insured with documentation
✓NYC building and elevator expertise
✓Pre-move condition documentation
✓Trained piano handling crews
✓COI and building coordination included
✓Local and long distance piano moves

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to move a piano in NYC?+
Piano moving costs depend on the type of piano, the floor levels at origin and destination, elevator vs. stair carry, and the distance. Contact us for a free flat fee quote specific to your piano and locations.
Can you move a grand piano up stairs?+
Yes. Our crews are equipped and trained for grand piano stair carries, even in challenging NYC walk-up buildings. We use specialty stair-climbing equipment and proper lifting techniques to move grands safely up or down multiple flights.
Should I have my piano tuned after a move?+
Yes. We recommend waiting 2-4 weeks after your move for the piano to acclimate to its new environment, then scheduling a tuning. Moving can affect tuning, and the change in humidity and temperature at the new location will also impact the instrument.
Is my piano insured during the move?+
Yes. Every piano move is fully insured. We document the piano's condition before the move and provide complete insurance coverage during loading, transit, and unloading. Additional coverage is available for high-value instruments.
Do you move pianos long distance?+
Yes. We handle piano moves both locally within NYC and long distance to any state. Long distance piano moves use climate-controlled trucks and specialty securing techniques for safe cross-country transport.

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Our Moving Services

24/7/365 Moving

Need to move at night, on a weekend, or over a holiday? We are available 24/7, 365 days a year to help you move on your schedule.

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Local Residential Moving

Moving within NYC? Our local residential movers handle apartments, condos, townhouses, and homes with expert care and efficiency.

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Long Distance Moving

Whether you are moving across state lines or across the country, our long distance moving services ensure a smooth, stress-free transition.

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Office & Commercial Moving

Minimize downtime and disruption with our professional office and commercial moving services tailored for businesses of every size.

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Small Moves

Have just a few items to move? Our small move service is perfect for studio apartments, dorm rooms, or partial moves at competitive rates.

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Last Minute Moving

Plans changed? No problem. Our last minute moving service can accommodate urgent moves with the same level of care and professionalism.

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