Selecting the Right Piano Mover
Posted in Moving Tips on July 29th, 2010 by We Haul Moving / No Comments »Moving in and of itself is stressful enough but when you are faced with moving that precious Steinway, it can be downright nerve wracking. Pianos are not only expensive, they are sensitive as well. Moving a piano will always throw it out of tune and the wrong hit or jar could not only damage the exterior but shift the delicate interior as well. Hire the wrong mover and an out of tune piano may be the least of your worries.
The first thing you want to do is find a company experienced in moving pianos. Don’t just pick any company that moves any old item. You can choose between “generalized” moving companies or specialty piano movers. There are many good moving companies that are also experienced in moving pianos. Get credentials. Ask questions.
You want to consider the crew that is scheduled to do your move. What kind of training do they have or how many pianos have they done? Apparently, the more experience they have, the better. You want a crew that works well together and has been handling pianos for long time.
The trucks should be well maintained, with good suspension. Should you have to store your piano then you should check the storage facility as well. You want your piano stored in a climate-controlled facility where it is not subject to acute temperature variations.
Regardless of everyone’s best efforts, damages can occur on a move. Make sure you get enough insurance to cover the cost of any damage that might be done, if it happens.
It is well worth your time to do good research for a mover that can handle your piano. Check with agencies like the Better Business Bureau and the Chamber of Commerce for credentials or any complaints that might have been filed against the companies you research. And always check the reviews from past customers.