Piano Removals Putney – Specialist Local Service
Moving a piano is never just another job. It is heavy, delicate, and often one of the most treasured items in a home or business. At Man and a Van Putney, we provide dedicated piano removals across Putney and the surrounding areas, combining local knowledge with specialist moving expertise.
Specialist Piano Removal Service in Putney
Our piano removals team is trained to handle all common piano types safely and efficiently. We plan each move around the weight, size, access and finish of your instrument, so it arrives at its new location exactly as it left.
We routinely move:
- Upright pianos (including overstrung and tall uprights)
- Digital pianos and stage pianos
- Baby grand and grand pianos (with dismantling where required)
- School, church and studio pianos
Every move is carried out by a trained, professional team using piano skates, heavy-duty blankets, webbing and ramps, not just brute force.
Local Putney Expertise
Being based in Putney means we understand the realities of moving pianos around SW15 and nearby areas – from tight Victorian terraces and mansion blocks to busy riverside developments.
Our local knowledge helps us to:
- Plan the best access routes for narrow streets and busy times
- Advise on parking and any permits that may be needed
- Coordinate with building management or concierges
- Protect communal areas in flats and shared buildings
We work throughout Putney, Wandsworth, Fulham, Roehampton, Barnes and wider South West London, providing a punctual and reliable service you can schedule with confidence.
Who Our Piano Removal Service Is For
Our specialist piano removals are suitable for a wide range of clients, including:
Homeowners
Whether you are moving a piano between rooms, to a new home, or placing it into storage, we ensure it is protected from doorway knocks, stairs and tight turns. We treat your flooring and décor with the same care as the piano itself.
Renters
If you are in a rented flat or house, we can help you move a piano in or out without risking damage to walls, floors or communal areas that could affect your deposit. We use floor protection and careful handling as standard.
Landlords & Letting Agents
We assist landlords and agents who need pianos removed, relocated or stored between tenancies. We can work to tight changeover times and provide documentation of the move where needed.
Businesses & Institutions
We regularly support schools, music studios, churches, event venues and hotels with piano removals, relocations within a building, or transport between sites. Early morning or evening moves can be arranged to avoid disruption.
Students
For students at local music colleges or universities, we can move uprights and digital pianos to and from halls or shared houses, providing an affordable, properly handled alternative to a casual man-and-van.
What’s Included in Our Piano Removals
Our piano removal service typically includes:
- Initial consultation and advice by phone or email
- Pre-move survey (virtual or onsite) for access and planning
- Provision of specialised moving equipment and protective materials
- Wrapping and protection of the piano’s body and key cover
- Careful movement through the property and down/up stairs where safe
- Secure loading into a suitably equipped removals vehicle
- Safe transport with goods in transit insurance
- Unloading and placement in the new location, as directed
Items and Situations Not Included as Standard
To keep our work safe and compliant, some items or situations are excluded or may require additional arrangements:
- Moves involving cranes or external lifts (can be arranged via partners on request)
- Moves where access is structurally unsafe or not properly lit
- Non-piano items such as full house contents (handled under separate removals services)
- Internal mechanical repairs or tuning – you should book a piano technician for this
- Extreme hoisting over balconies without prior survey and risk assessment
If you are unsure whether your situation is covered, simply ask – we will give you clear, honest guidance.
Our Step-by-Step Piano Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us with basic details: piano type, collection and delivery addresses, floor levels, lifts, stairs and any tight access. We will usually ask for photos or a short video. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote and advise on any likely challenges.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For many moves, a virtual survey via photos or video call is sufficient. Where access is particularly tight, or for larger grand pianos, we may carry out an onsite survey in Putney or nearby. This allows us to plan equipment, team size and the safest route in detail.
3. Packing & Preparation
On the day, we protect flooring where needed and prepare the piano. For uprights, we wrap the body, secure the lid and protect vulnerable corners. For baby grands and grands, we may remove the legs and pedal lyre, then wrap and secure each part on a specialist piano trolley.
4. Loading & Transport
The piano is moved carefully to the vehicle using appropriate lifting techniques, skates and ramps. It is then secured firmly inside the van using webbing and additional padding. Your instrument is covered by our goods in transit insurance for the journey.
5. Unloading & Placement
At the destination, we reverse the process, placing the piano exactly where you want it, subject to safe access. We reassemble any removed parts, check stability, and remove protective materials. You can then arrange tuning once the piano has settled, usually after a few weeks.
Transparent Piano Removal Pricing
We price each piano removal individually, as no two moves are identical. Key factors include:
- Type and size of piano (upright vs baby grand or grand)
- Number of stairs and floors at each address
- Distance between collection and delivery
- Parking and access complexity
- Any dismantling or additional protection required
You will always receive a clear breakdown of costs before booking, with no hidden extras. Where a move is more complex, we explain why additional time, equipment or manpower is needed so you understand exactly what you are paying for.
Why Use a Professional Piano Removal Service?
Attempting to move a piano yourself, or with a casual man-and-van, can be risky. Pianos are both extremely heavy and finely balanced, with a high centre of gravity. A misjudged lift or step can lead to serious injury or costly damage to the instrument and property.
By using a professional, fully insured piano removal service, you benefit from:
- Experienced teams trained in safe handling and lifting techniques
- Correct equipment – skates, straps, ramps and padding
- Planned access routes and realistic timings
- Insurance protection for your piano in transit
- Reduced risk to your back, stairs, floors and doorways
In short, professional removals cost far less than repairing or replacing a damaged piano – or dealing with an injury.
Insurance & Professional Standards
Man and a Van Putney operates to clear professional standards for every piano removal we carry out.
- Goods in transit insurance – covering your piano while it is in our vehicle
- Public liability cover – protecting you and your property during the move
- Trained moving teams – staff properly briefed on piano-specific techniques
- Risk assessments for challenging access where required
- Clean, well-maintained vehicles equipped for heavy, delicate loads
We will happily discuss our cover levels and procedures with you so you can book with confidence.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
Your piano and property are treated with respect from start to finish. We use thick removal blankets, corner protectors and straps to prevent knocks and scuffs. Where required, we can bring floor protection for carpets and hard floors.
We also make efforts to work more sustainably by:
- Reusing durable protective materials rather than disposables where appropriate
- Planning efficient routes to reduce unnecessary mileage
- Maintaining vehicles for better fuel efficiency and reliability
Our goal is to move your piano safely while minimising waste and unnecessary environmental impact.
Real-World Piano Removal Use Cases
Moving House
When you are moving home, your piano is often the single most complex item to deal with. We can integrate piano removal into a full house move, or handle it as a separate, focused job to ensure the right team and equipment are allocated.
Office or Studio Relocations
From recording studios to hotel lounges and function rooms, we help businesses relocate pianos between sites or within the same building. Early or late moves can be arranged to avoid disturbing staff, guests or neighbours.
Urgent or Short-Notice Moves
Occasionally a piano must be moved at short notice – for example, due to a sudden tenancy change, building works or a last-minute venue change. Where our schedule allows, we can provide same-day or next-day piano removals across Putney and nearby areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a piano removal in Putney cost?
The cost depends on the type of piano, access at each property, and the distance between addresses. Upright pianos with straightforward ground-floor access are usually at the lower end of our pricing, while baby grands or moves involving multiple flights of stairs are higher. Once we have details and photos, we provide a clear fixed quote, including all labour, equipment and transport. There are no hidden charges, and we will always explain any extra costs if the job is more complex than average.
Can you do same-day or urgent piano removals?
Where our schedule allows, we can often accommodate same-day or next-day piano removals in Putney and surrounding areas. Urgent moves are subject to availability, so the earlier you contact us, the better the chance we can help. We will ask for detailed information and photos so we can assess feasibility quickly. If we cannot safely complete a move at very short notice, we will be honest and propose the earliest realistic time instead of over-promising and rushing the job.
Is my piano insured during the move?
Yes. Your piano is covered by our goods in transit insurance while it is in our vehicle, and our public liability cover protects against damage to third-party property during the move. Insurance is not a substitute for care, so we still prioritise careful planning, protection and handling. We are happy to outline our cover levels and how they apply to your specific move before you book, and you are welcome to inform your own insurer that a professional, insured removals company is handling the piano.
What is included in your piano removal service?
Our service includes planning, protective wrapping, safe movement within the property, loading, transport and final placement at the destination. For grand pianos, this may also include dismantling and reassembly of legs and the pedal lyre where necessary. We bring all equipment required for safe handling, such as blankets, skates and straps. Tuning and internal repairs are not included, as these are specialist tasks for a piano technician, but we can advise on when to book tuning after the move.
How is a professional piano removal different from a standard man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van may be fine for boxes and small furniture, but pianos require specific experience and equipment. Our teams are trained in piano handling, we carry appropriate insurance, and we use specialist gear like piano skates, ramps and heavy-duty padding. We also conduct surveys and risk assessments where needed, and we plan the route through your property carefully. This significantly reduces the risk of injury, damage to your instrument, and harm to walls, stairs and floors compared with a general, non-specialist service.
How far in advance should I book a piano removal?
For the best choice of dates and times, we recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as month-ends and school holidays. That said, we understand that not every move can be planned so far ahead, and we regularly accommodate shorter-notice jobs where our schedule allows. The more information and photos you can provide at the enquiry stage, the quicker we can confirm availability and give you an accurate quote.
