How to move a piano

Firstly, unless you are an experienced, professional mover, DO NOT try it. Many courageous individuals have tried, but few are ever happy with the results! Here is a check list of steps recommended by Rivers Piano Movers (            217-329-2100      ).

1. Call your local music school, piano store, tuner or friends for references.
2. Be prepared with the following information.
   • Type of piano: console, small or large upright, small or large grand.
   • Current piano location: 1st floor, 2nd floor, basement, etc
   • New resting location: 1st floor, 2nd floor, basement, etc
   • Condition of route from driveway to house: paved, grass or dirt?
   • Location, condition, shape (straight, curved) of stairs.
   • Height of ceiling above stairs.
   • Type of house (split level?)
   • City moving from and to.
3. Be prepared to ask the following questions.
   • Do you specialize in piano moving?
   • Have you moved pianos similar to mine from and to similar locations?
   • Do you have insurance? How much and when does it take effect?
4. Choose dedicated piano movers. There is an art to making sure you piano arrives at its new home in the same condition it left its old and professional piano movers are best endowed with the specialized equipment and knowledge to do this. (CSM has used Rivers Piano Movers exclusively)
5. Make a check-list of your piano's current condition (scratches, loose leg, etc). Go over it with your mover.
6. When your piano arrives at its new home tell your movers where you would like it set up and make sure they have plenty of space to work. Clean carpet and floors is a plus!
7. When finished, review your piano's condition check-list with your movers and settle the bill.

Source:  http://www.champaignschoolofmusic.org/parent-and-student-resources/articles/how-to-move-a-piano/



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