Jimmy's Piano Moving

If your piano needs to be moved through multiple doorways or down a staircase, it is a good idea to take accurate measurements of these areas. This will enable the movers to provide you with a more accurate quote.

While it can be easier and safer to move a piano through a building’s windows rather than its stairs, there’s always one safer option. If you’re moving into someone else’s building, make sure to ask if they have a freight elevator that can make our job much easier.

Did you know that different piano strings are of different thicknesses and tensions? This is important, as if all were the same thickness and under the same tension with high C being the usual 2 inches, the low C string would need to be around 30 feet long.

Are you concerned that all the money you just spent on a used piano will be a waste if you can’t get it into the room of your home you want it in? Let’s talk about how we can help you not only get it home, but also set it up in the appropriate space.

Did you know that a full-sized, upright piano can weigh more than 600 pounds, and concert baby grands can weigh more than 1,000 pounds? Because of their weight and bulk, pianos require specialized knowledge and equipment to be moved properly and safely.

While some pianos will fit through the front door with ease, with other models will require special tools to disassemble prior to transport. Rest assured that we have the tools and expertise you can count on to move your piano the right way.

Professional piano movers will go to great lengths to ensure that your piano is moved damage-free. Piano movers know how to avoid causing damage to your home or other property and how to avoid injuring anyone involved in the moving process.

The building of a piano is very complex, thus the reason to protect all of it’s parts en route to a new location. They are made of thousands of pieces of wood glued together to form various parts of the playing mechanism as well as the cabinet. Other materials used are felt, buckskin, paper, steel, iron, and copper.

After a piano is moved, it'll take awhile to fully adjust to its new location and humidity. That's why it's recommended to get your piano tuned seven to ten days after it's moved, after everything's had time to fully settle.

When moving your piano to another location, it is a good idea to know exactly where the piano will be placed in its new location. Placing your piano on an inside wall will help protect it from the damage extreme temperatures and wetness can cause.

Many pianos have built-in casters, which you think would be used to move the piano. Actually, these are mostly decorative and can damage floors. That's why piano movers use high-quality dollies with soft, rubber wheels whenever they move pianos.

Attempting to move a piano without the benefit of a trained professional mover is risky (both for you and the piano) and can end up being far more costly in the long run, as pianos can be quite expensive to repair.

Many households have doors and other openings that make moving a piano a tight squeeze. Professional piano movers know exactly the right way to angle the piano to get it through a small door frame or stairwell without causing any damage.

When it comes to moving a piano, limited movement is necessary in order to keep the piano’s working parts in order. A professional mover will be able to protect your valuable instrument through every part of the process, from packing and transporting to unloading.

Do you know that those little wheels, or casters, found on many pianos are actually not really designed to roll and can actually be damaged if you try to do so? We will make sure both your piano and your floor are protected through all stages of the moving process.

Depending on the model, age, and condition of a piano, its value can range from $200 to $500,000. As professional piano movers, we help protect your investment by ensuring that your piano is moved safely from one location to another.

Piano experts say it’s important that you tune your piano immediately after a move. That’s because temperature and humidity can greatly affect the sound of any piano, which is made of wood and steel.

Grand pianos can range in size from 4 feet to 9 and a half feet. Uprights can vary from 3 feet to 5 feet, from top to bottom. Choosing the right equipment to move your piano depends on its weight and size.

Why do you need to find a company that specializes in moving pianos? Most general movers do not include pianos in their basic rates because pianos are usually the heaviest and one of the most valuable objects in a home.

We will explain exactly how we will move your piano. That way, you can ensure that the path the piano will take in or out of your home will be free and clear of people or other obstructions.

Transporting a heavy and delicate object like a piano isn’t easy and requires a good deal of skill to make sure that no damage occurs during the process. Since your piano is a valuable object, having it professionally moved is a good option.

Ramps are sometimes necessary when it comes to safely moving a piano. They are often made from strong steel or wood and are designed to withstand very heavy objects. Ramps allow for wheeling the piano up and down curbs and stairs.

Did you know that grand pianos are divided by size? There is a “petite” grand, which can weigh as little as 500 pounds, a standard grand, and finally a “concert” grand, the largest piano of all, which can weigh as much as 1300 pounds and measure more than 9 feet across.

The bottom line is, a damaged piano will often cost you a small fortune to repair. To help keep your investment safe throughout the moving process, it’s always recommended that you go with professional piano moving services.

Did you know that when it comes to the construction of pianos, the longer the string, the higher quality the sound will be? This is why a concert grand piano will measure 9 feet compared to the 6 feet of a professional grand.

Even if a moving company states that they are fully insured it does not mean that you are fully insured should damage occur to your piano during a move. As always in these situations, check the small print and be clear about the details before the move!

One thing that piano owners worry about is whether moving a piano can affect the sound quality of the piano. Barring any unexpected accidents, we can guarantee that moving your piano will not affect the overall sound. However, the new temperature, humidity, and even room acoustics can make it seem like it has a different sound than your last place.

Unlike normal furniture, pianos require special attention during the moving process. This is because their delicate wood frame, components, and sensitive tuning are particularly vulnerable to jarring and/or impact.

One of the best reasons for hiring professional piano movers is that they have years of experience moving hundreds and even thousands of pianos. They know the fastest, safest, and all-around best ways to move any type of piano.

One of the key issues when it comes to moving a large upright piano is the fact that they are top-heavy. This is why one of the best solutions is the use of a wide dolly in order to be able to transport the piano safely and easily.