Piano Moving with Stairs

Moving a piano up or down a flight of stairs can be a tricky process that requires advanced moving techniques and specialized piano moving equipment to accomplish safely and efficiently.

If you’re considering relocating a piano either from a location with a staircase and/or to a destination with one, you must first make sure that the piano can fit through each doorway and turn through which it will pass. A professional mover will ask for the measurements of the piano as well as every entry, corner, and landing along the proposed path. 

To accomplish the move, the piano is affixed to a moving board designed specifically for moving large objects over steps. Once the piano is secured, it is carefully maneuvered into position at the beginning of the staircase. Whether going up or down a set of stairs, the piano should be controlled with movers on either side of it using the moving equipment to control its descent.

Reputable, professional piano movers such as those at Jake’s Piano Moving are trained in techniques and tools that make even difficult moves safe and efficient. 

Can You Move a Piano Downstairs?

Yes, a piano can be moved down a staircase, as long as it can be maneuvered through all entries, turns, and landings.

How Much Does It Cost To Move a Piano up a Flight of Stairs?

Moving a piano up a flight of stairs can definitely add to the total cost of your piano move, as typically more movers and time will be needed. These factors can account for an additional $100-200 or more based on the unique circumstances. 

Your mover will ask questions about your piano and the set of stairs through which you intend to move it to provide you with an accurate quote.

Is a Piano Too Heavy for Upstairs?

Depending on the type and size of the piano, it can weigh anywhere from 300 to over 1000 pounds.

Most pianos under 800 pounds can be moved up the stairs as long as the piano will fit through the space. Pianos over 800 pounds can still be moved up a staircase, but will most likely require even more tools, time, or people to make it happen. 

How Much Does It Cost To Move a Piano Downstairs?

While moving a piano downstairs doesn’t always take as long as moving a piano upstairs, it will still add time to your move. It may also require more movers, depending on the weight of the piano and the size of the stairway. 

A flight of stairs will generally add about $100-200 or more to your move cost. Your mover will ask questions about your piano and any staircases to determine your estimate. It’s important to provide specific details so that the estimate you get for the cost, time, and movers is accurate.

Can Piano Movers Go Upstairs?

Piano movers can move a piano upstairs as long as the piano can fit in the staircase. Using a sliding piano board, the piano can be slid up the stairs with two or more movers stabilizing the piano and working in tandem to push and pull the piano. The number of movers needed will be determined by the weight of the piano.

Just like moving a piano down a flight of stairs, your mover will measure the dimensions of the piano and the space of the staircase, including turns and landings, to make sure the move will be successful.