| Pianos are large, heavy instruments. When moving it, | | | | three strong men; one at each leg of the piano. If you |
| you must take care to protect the instrument, the | | | | need to move a grand piano into another room |
| house, and those helping to move it. Utah piano | | | | through a doorway, you must first remove the legs |
| movers can be a great help. | | | | and pedals so you can tilt it on it's side. As this is a |
| You first need to decide where you want it to end up. | | | | more complicated procedure than what this article |
| An upright piano should be placed against an inside wall | | | | covers, Utah piano movers will be glad to assist you. |
| where there is less fluctuation in temperature and | | | | Most have small wheels under their frame which are |
| humidity. Changes in temperature and humidity affect | | | | helpful for moving it a short distance. If you are rolling |
| the piano's pitch. | | | | on carpet, you should lift the weight off the small |
| When deciding on a location, remember to measure to | | | | wheels so it rolls more easily. Be especially careful not |
| make sure it will fit. You don't want to move it twice! | | | | to break off the front legs, it could be disastrous! |
| Also measure any doorways or other obstacles you | | | | To move it more than a few feet, a piano dolly will be |
| will need to get it through to make sure you can get it | | | | a great help. Lift it so you can position the dolly under |
| to that location. | | | | the center of the piano. While steadying the piano at |
| When moving an upright piano, you need at least two | | | | both ends, roll it to it's new location. |
| strong men. Experienced Utah piano movers will also | | | | One person can push the piano from one end while |
| recommend the use of a heavy duty dolly. There is a | | | | the other guides the other end. Never push the piano |
| handle on each end of the back, so the mover can | | | | sideways or you could tilt it off the dolly. Be mindful of |
| grab the handle in one hand and place his other hand | | | | bumps and uneven places in the floor. When your |
| under the keyboard to lift it. | | | | piano is in the desired location, lift the piano off the dolly |
| If you will be moving a grand piano, you need at least | | | | and position it in it's final location. |