Moving a piano is one of the most challenging furniture moving tasks. Their weight, awkward dimensions, and fragile internal mechanisms make them unsuitable for standard furniture movers. Singapore Piano Shop provides safe, professional piano moving and relocation services for upright and grand pianos across Singapore.
Why Professional Piano Moving Matters
An upright piano typically weighs 200–300 kg. A grand piano can weigh 300–600 kg depending on its size. Moving these instruments without proper equipment and experience can result in:
- Physical injury to the people attempting the move
- Damage to the piano's internal mechanism from incorrect lifting or tilting
- Cracking of the piano's outer cabinet from impact
- Damage to floors, walls, door frames and staircases
- Broken tuning pins from excessive shock
What Our Piano Moving Service Includes
Our piano moving service covers:
- Pre-move assessment of access, stairways, lifts and delivery routes
- Proper padding and protection of the instrument
- Experienced team equipped for upright and grand piano moves
- Safe loading and unloading from the transport vehicle
- Positioning in the room at the delivery location
Piano Tuning After Moving
All pianos should be tuned after being moved. The vibration and change in environment affects the string tension and soundboard humidity content of the instrument. We recommend scheduling a piano tuning appointment approximately 2–4 weeks after a move, once the piano has had time to acclimatise to its new location.
If the piano was already due for tuning, we can often combine the inspection, settling period and tuning into a planned sequence of visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does piano moving cost in Singapore?
Piano moving costs depend on the type of piano (upright or grand), the distance, access conditions (stairs, lifts, narrow corridors) and any special requirements. Contact us with your piano details and the origin and destination addresses for an accurate quote.
Do you move grand pianos?
Yes, we move grand pianos of all sizes including baby grands, parlour grands and full concert grands. Grand piano moving requires more preparation — disassembling the legs and lyre — and appropriate lifting equipment.
How long after moving should I tune my piano?
We recommend waiting 2–4 weeks for the piano to settle in its new environment before tuning. This allows the soundboard to adjust to the ambient humidity of the new location. If the piano was already due for tuning, we can schedule the appointment accordingly.
Do I need to tell the building management before moving a piano?
Yes. Most Singapore condominiums and HDB estates require advance notice and may have specific rules about moving times, lift usage and protection of common areas. Check with your building management before scheduling the move.