Piano Removals

Piano Removals in Brixton by Brixton Movers

Moving a piano is not the same as moving standard furniture. At Brixton Movers, our dedicated piano removals team provides a safe, methodical service for uprights, grands and digital pianos across Brixton and the surrounding areas.

Specialist Piano Removal Services in Brixton

We handle all aspects of piano removals – from careful preparation and secure lifting to safe transport and precise placement in your new space. Our local team understands the typical Brixton property layout: narrow hallways, basement flats, upper-floor conversions and busy high streets. We plan each move around these realities, not the other way round.

Every piano move is carried out by trained, professional movers using purpose-made equipment. Your instrument is protected at all times, and you have full support from enquiry to final placement.

Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For

Our service is suitable for anyone who needs a piano moved safely and efficiently in or around Brixton, including:

• Homeowners – moving house or re-positioning a piano within the property
• Renters – flat and maisonette moves, including upper floors with limited access
• Landlords – relocating or removing pianos between rental properties
• Businesses – bars, restaurants, venues, rehearsal rooms and music schools
• Students – music students needing safe piano transport between term-time and home addresses

Whether you are moving a treasured family upright or a performance grand, our approach is tailored to the type of instrument, property access and your schedule.

What Types of Pianos We Move

We regularly move a wide range of instruments, including:

• Upright pianos – from compact modern uprights to larger traditional models
• Baby grand and grand pianos – including dismantling and reassembly where required
• Digital pianos and stage pianos – including stands, pedals and accessories
• Pianolas and specialist instruments – subject to survey and access checks

We can also move associated items such as piano stools, music stands and small practice equipment as part of the same job.

What Is Included – and What Is Not

Included in Our Piano Removal Service

• Pre-move assessment of access and instrument type
• Protective wrapping using thick blankets, covers and straps
• Use of piano trolleys, dollies and ramps where appropriate
• Safe loading and securing of the piano in our vehicle
• Careful transport by fully insured removal vehicles
• Unloading and placement in the designated room or position
• Basic dismantling/reassembly of legs, lids and lyres on grands, if required

Not Included as Standard

• Tuning or mechanical repairs (we can recommend local technicians)
• Long-term storage (short-term options may be available on request)
• Moving other household contents, unless agreed as part of a wider removal
• Moves requiring crane lifts or window removals without prior survey

Where additional services are needed, we will explain options clearly and provide a transparent quote before any work is booked.

Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us with basic details: piano type, current and destination addresses, floor levels and any known access challenges. We will ask a few focused questions, and where possible request photos or short videos. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote outlining what is included and any assumptions made.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For more complex moves – such as grand pianos, tight staircases or limited access – we will carry out a virtual or onsite survey. This allows us to measure doorways, assess stair turns and decide the safest route and equipment. The aim is to avoid surprises on move day and to confirm a realistic, fixed price wherever possible.

3. Packing & Preparation

On the day, our team arrives on time and talks you through the plan. We clear the route, protect floors where necessary, and carefully wrap the piano using thick removal blankets and specialised covers. For grands, we may remove the legs and lyre, protect each component individually and secure the body to a piano skid board for safer handling.

4. Loading & Transport

The piano is moved using appropriate lifting techniques and equipment, not brute force. It is then positioned in our vehicle and tied off securely to prevent movement. Our vehicles are fitted with load-lock systems and we drive with the extra care that heavy, delicate instruments require. Your piano is covered by goods in transit insurance while in our care.

5. Unloading & Placement

At the destination, we repeat the same careful process in reverse. We bring the piano to the agreed room, place it in position and, for grands, reattach legs and other parts. We then remove waste packing materials and invite you to check you are happy with the placement before we leave. You may choose to arrange tuning after the piano has settled in its new environment.

Transparent Piano Removals Pricing

Piano removal costs in Brixton depend mainly on:

• Piano type and approximate weight
• Distance between properties
• Number of floors and presence of lifts
• Access challenges (tight staircases, long carries, parking restrictions)
• Any dismantling or additional labour required

We provide itemised quotes so you know exactly what you are paying for. There are no hidden charges for standard access and agreed services. If potential extra costs are likely – for example, if we must use extra staff due to staircase conditions – these will be explained in advance, not on the day.

Why Use Professional Piano Movers Instead of DIY or Casual Man-and-Van

A piano is heavy, awkward and mechanically complex. DIY attempts or casual man-and-van services often lack the right equipment, experience and insurance. This can lead to damage to the piano, injury to those lifting it, or harm to the property itself.

With Brixton Movers you benefit from:

• Trained teams used to handling pianos in tight London spaces
• Specialist equipment and protective materials
• Goods in transit insurance and public liability cover
• Planned routes, risk assessment and appropriate staffing
• Clear communication and agreed timings

The cost difference between a professional move and a casual alternative is often small compared with the potential cost of repairs or replacement if something goes wrong.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your piano and property are protected throughout the move. Brixton Movers operates with:

• Goods in transit insurance – covering your piano while it is being transported
• Public liability insurance – protecting against accidental damage to property or third parties
• Trained moving teams – experienced in manual handling, safe lifting and piano-specific techniques

We work to industry best practice, with method statements and risk assessments where required, particularly for commercial and venue moves. Our priority is to move your piano safely, not just quickly.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat every piano as if it were our own. That means careful wrapping, controlled lifting and calm, steady progress rather than rushing. Floors, bannisters and door frames are protected wherever needed to avoid scuffs and scrapes.

We also aim to work sustainably. We reuse high-quality protective blankets for multiple moves, maintain our vehicles for fuel efficiency, and plan routes sensibly to minimise unnecessary mileage across Brixton and South London.

Real-World Piano Removal Scenarios We Handle

• Moving house – transporting your piano alongside or separately from your household contents
• Office and venue relocations – moving pianos between studios, schools, churches and performance spaces
• Internal moves – repositioning a piano within the same building, including floor-to-floor moves
• Urgent moves – short-notice piano moves where a tenancy is ending or a sale has completed faster than expected

Whatever the situation, we assess it calmly and propose a practical solution that protects your instrument and works around your timetable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a piano removal in Brixton cost?

The cost of a piano removal depends on the type of piano, access at both properties and the distance travelled. Upright pianos on ground floor to ground floor moves are usually at the lower end of our pricing, while grand pianos and upper-floor moves without lifts are more involved. After a brief discussion and, where needed, photos or a survey, we will give you a clear, fixed-price quote. This will state exactly what is included so you can compare it fairly with any other quotes.

Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?

We can often accommodate short-notice or urgent piano removals in Brixton, especially for upright pianos with straightforward access. Availability depends on our existing bookings, vehicle schedules and staffing, so it is always best to call us as soon as possible. We will be honest about what we can safely achieve on the day and whether an evening or next-day slot is more realistic. We never cut corners on safety just to squeeze in another move.

Is my piano insured during the move?

Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is being moved in our vehicle, and by our public liability insurance for accidental damage to property. These policies sit alongside our professional handling standards and careful planning. We are happy to outline cover limits and conditions before you book, so you can decide whether you also wish to inform your own home or instrument insurer. In practice, incidents are rare because of the precautions we take at each stage.

What exactly is included in your piano removal service?

Our standard piano removal service includes careful assessment of access, protection of the instrument with padded blankets and covers, safe lifting using appropriate equipment, loading, secure transport, and placement in the designated room at the destination. For grand pianos, basic dismantling and reassembly of legs and lyre is also included where required. We remove used packing materials and check you are happy with the final position. Tuning, long-term storage and complex lifting arrangements are not included as standard but can often be organised separately.

How is your service different from a man-and-van?

A casual man-and-van may be suitable for light, non-fragile items, but pianos demand more specialised handling. Our teams are specifically trained in piano removals, use dedicated equipment and work to agreed methods that reduce risk. We also carry appropriate insurance, provide written quotes and maintain our vehicles for heavy loads. This professional structure means you know who is turning up, what they are bringing, and how your piano will be protected – rather than relying on improvised methods on the day.

How far in advance should I book a piano removal?

For the best choice of dates, we recommend booking your piano removal at least one to two weeks in advance, especially if you need a specific day or time. That said, we understand that moves do not always come with much notice, so we keep some flexibility for shorter lead times. The more information you can provide early on – including photos of access – the quicker we can confirm a safe plan and a firm booking.