Piano Movers

Moving can be a traumatic process. It can be hard to uproot yourself and then try to settle in another area. While you are dealing with new neighbors and unpacking, the last thing you need to deal with is yet another moving problem. In this case, you may have to deal with a broken antique.

The family piano is one of those items that always seems to take some sort of abuse during moves. Which is a shame as the lessons to learn how to play it were so expensive, the piano was in the family for so long, and yet it always seems to suffer the most on those long trips. Because of that it can really pay to use a good crew of professional piano movers.

Finding a piano mover can be a quest in and of itself, especially if you want just the right person. The obvious place to start is the phone book. Another place to look is on-line; it is actually better to start there if possible, simple because a number of sites also give reviews on the various piano movers, something sadly lacking in the phone book. There is also your network of friends; no doubt someone has had to move a piano recently, and they will be able to recommend someone, or at least give you someone to avoid.

When you are looking at piano movers, it's important to look at their equipment as well as their track record. Bear in mind how far you will be moving the piano; not only does distance make up most of the cost, but so does how they move pianos. Local piano movers need only a decent truck and ropes; they generally make it a point to avoid local hazards such as potholes and construction, and the trip is short, so minimal precautions need to be taken.

However,to see the same in nationwide piano movers is to know fear. The problems to be dealt with require a temperature-controlled truck at least; even if it's just a few states away, the piano will be dealing with a number of climates, and the differentials can cause damage to the piano. Going from hot to even moderate, for example, can warp wood and going from dry to humid can cause glued parts to come apart. Obviously you will also need to check interstate piano movers out a little more thoroughly, but that research can be worth it as regards the safety and health of your piano.

Definitely do not be afraid to ask questions. The piano represents an investment of both time and passion; a great mover understands this and realizes that some owners want to know everything they can about the move so as to make sure that the piano will be safe. Thus, they are usually prepared with road maps, reasons why it needs to be followed precisely, and a list of problems areas along the trip. The best view is that you are paying them for their expertise and knowledge; the worst is that you are paying them so that they should do what you want. They may know something you don't, and are allowing for it; by ordering them to do something the way you want it, you may force them to put the piano at risk.

A last tip: Don't go with a company that seems over-eager to satisfy their customers. It may seem weird, but a company that is willing to say no is that one you want. Again, this comes under the aegis that you are paying them for their knowledge; a company that is willing to say no is willing to do anything to protect your piano. A too-eager-to-please company, however, is more interested in your money than protecting your investment; that's usually a tip-off that they are cutting corners and charging you for the privilege.

It's not that hard to find good piano movers, but do your research to find the great ones!