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Piano Movers Canada
Piano boards, skids and trained crews for every size of piano.
Piano Movers Trained For Uprights, Baby Grands And Concert Grands

A piano weighs between 150 and 600 kilograms, balances on legs designed for a living room and holds thousands of dollars of precision parts inside a polished case. Moving one is a skill, and Zero Hour Moving piano movers have it.
Uprights are strapped to a piano board and moved on a four-wheel dolly. Grands have the lid, legs and pedal lyre removed and are tilted onto a skid board, wrapped and secured. Stair climbers, ramps and extra crew handle basements and second floors.
Inside the truck the piano travels upright and strapped in its own section, away from other cargo. At the destination it is rebuilt, positioned and levelled.
We move pianos across town, between provinces, into and out of storage, and for schools, churches, studios and dealers.
Ready to book? Request a free quote or call (519) 731-2317 to speak with our team today.
Who this service is for
How We Move A Piano
Every piano move follows the same careful sequence.
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Assessment
We confirm the piano type, size and access at both ends, including stairs, turns and door widths.
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Prepare and wrap
Lid locked, pedals protected, and for grands the lid, legs and lyre removed and wrapped separately.
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03
Board and secure
The piano is strapped to a piano board or skid and moved on a dolly with the crew controlling every step.
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Transport
Loaded upright, strapped to the truck wall, away from other items.
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Reassemble and level
Rebuilt, positioned and levelled in the new room.
Piano Moving Expertise
- Upright pianosSpinet, console, studio and full uprights.
- Grand pianosBaby grand to concert grand, with disassembly.
- Stairs and basementsStair climbers, ramps and additional crew.
- Climate-aware transportUpright, strapped and protected from movement.
- StorageClimate-controlled storage for pianos between homes.
- Full-value protectionCoverage based on appraised value.
What Affects The Cost Of Piano Movers Canada
We do not publish a one-size-fits-all rate because no two moves are the same. Your quote is built from the size of the job, the access at both ends, the services you add and the date. It is free, written and fixed once the details are confirmed, so the price on the quote is the price on the invoice.
- Piano type and weightGrands and full uprights need bigger crews.
- Stairs and turnsThe largest single factor after piano type.
- Door and hallway widthsTight access may require removing doors or railings.
- DistanceLocal flat rates cover the same city; longer trips are quoted.
- StorageClimate-controlled storage is billed monthly.
- TimingWeekend and evening slots may cost slightly more.
Preparing Your Piano For A Move
A few steps protect the instrument and speed up the job.
- Measure all doorways, stairs and turns on the route and share them with us.
- Clear the path completely, including rugs, plants and furniture.
- Remove sheet music, lamps and anything on top of the piano.
- Lock or tape the keyboard lid so it cannot open in transit.
- Tell us the make and model so we know the weight.
- Plan the exact spot in the new room, away from radiators and direct sun.
- Book a tuner for two to three weeks after the move.
Questions about piano movers
Straight answers about how this service works, what is included and how it is priced.
How much does it cost to move a piano?
Every job is quoted individually and in writing, based on the size of the move, the access at both ends and the services you choose. Quotes are free and there are no hidden fees.
Do I need to tune my piano after the move?
Yes. Pianos drift slightly after moving and settling into a new room. Tune two to three weeks after delivery.
Can you move a piano up or down stairs?
Yes. Our crews use stair climbers and extra movers for stairs, landings and tight turns.
Is my piano insured during the move?
Yes. Liability coverage is included and full-value protection is available for valuable instruments.
Do you move pianos long-distance?
Yes. Pianos travel on dedicated trucks or with your household move between provinces.
Can you store my piano?
Yes. Climate-controlled storage is available.
Do regular movers move pianos?
General movers often lack piano boards and training. Our piano crews move pianos every week.
How long does a piano move take?
Every job is quoted individually and in writing, based on the size of the move, the access at both ends and the services you choose. Quotes are free and there are no hidden fees.
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What customers say about our movers
Three-bedroom house move. The team was friendly, straight to the point and did not waste a minute. Everything arrived safely and right on schedule. We would use them again.
My inter-provincial move went smoothly thanks to Zero Hour Moving. The communication was excellent from the first call to delivery, so I have already booked them a second time.
Fantastic service from start to finish. The crew was punctual, polite and treated my belongings like their own. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a reliable moving company.
Outstanding moving experience. Every item was wrapped, loaded and delivered without a single mark on it. Clear pricing and no surprises on the invoice.
A great decision to move with Zero Hour Moving. Well-trained movers and packers who clearly know what they are doing. Best moving company we have used in Toronto.
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What you get with every move
- A written quote before you bookCrew size, truck and travel fee spelled out; the invoice matches the quote.
- Trained, full-time crewsMovers who wrap, carry and rebuild furniture every day, not day labour.
- Protection as standardBlankets, stretch film, mattress bags, corner guards and floor runners on every job.
- One coordinator, start to finishThe person who quotes your move is the person you call on moving day.
- Insured, with claims handled quicklyCommercial liability and cargo coverage on every move.
