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Moving a piano in London is never cheap, but it doesn’t have to feel like a mystery. At UK Home Removals we’ve shifted more than 4,800 pianos across the capital since 2014, uprights up narrow Victorian staircases in Islington, baby grands into penthouses in Canary Wharf, and full concert Steinways out of Mayfair townhouses with a crane. We know exactly what each job costs in 2026, and we’re laying it all out below so you know what to expect before you book.
How Much Does It Cost to Move a Piano in London?
As of November 2026, the average piano removal in Greater London costs between £180 and £1,850 depending on the instrument and the property. Most families with a standard upright pay £140-£320. Baby grand moves usually land £280-£550. A full-size concert grand that needs the legs off and a crane can easily reach £950-£2,500 on a tricky job.
These are real prices we charge every week, not rounded guesses.
Average Piano Moving Costs in London by Piano Type (2026 Prices)
| Piano Type | Typical Weight | Ground Floor to Ground Floor | With 1 Flight of Stairs | 3+ Floors or Crane Required | London Zone 1-2 Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Upright (up to 122 cm) | 200-320 kg | £140-£220 | £180-£280 | £320-£480 | +£30-£60 |
| Old English Upright | 300-450 kg | £180-£260 | £220-£340 | £380-£580 | +£40-£80 |
| Baby Grand (up to 5 ft 6) | 300-380 kg | £280-£380 | £360-£480 | £550-£950 | +£60-£120 |
| Grand Piano (6 ft – 7 ft) | 400-550 kg | £380-£520 | £480-£680 | £850-£1,650 | +£80-£180 |
| Concert Grand (8 ft+) | 500-680 kg | £550-£850 | £750-£1,200 | £1,250-£2,500+ | +£120-£300 |
Prices include two specialist porters, protective blankets, skid boards, piano trolleys, full insurance cover while in transit, and ULEZ charges.
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Upright Piano Removal Cost London
Nine out of ten enquiries we get are for uprights. If your piano is on the ground floor and the new place has level access, you’re looking at £140-£220 anywhere inside the M25. Add one flight of stairs and it climbs to £180-£280. Three flights or more with turns usually means £320-£480 because we bring an extra man and sometimes external humps.
Baby Grand & Grand Piano Removals Cost in London
Grand pianos change everything. Legs come off, lyre off, wrap the lid, skid board under the body and it’s a completely different operation. A straightforward baby grand from a detached house in Wimbledon to another in Richmond is normally £280-£380. The moment you add central London parking suspensions, no lift, or a fifth-floor flat the price jumps fast. We’ve done 9 ft Steinway concert grands into Barbican flats for £2,100 using a 35-metre crane on a Sunday morning – yes, that job really happened last month.
What Actually Moves the Price Up or Down?
Every quote we send is built from these factors:
- Stairs – each additional flight after the first adds £40-£80
- Access – narrow doorways, spiral staircases, gravel drives
- Crane hire – £450-£1,200 + VAT if nothing else works
- Distance between properties – anything over 15 miles adds £1.80-£2.20 per mile for the second van
- Day and time – weekdays before 9 am or after 5 pm are cheapest; Saturday/Sunday +20-30 %
- Disassembly & re-assembly of grand pianos – £80-£180 extra
- London Congestion, ULEZ and parking suspension costs – passed on at cost
Hidden Costs Most Companies Don’t Mention Until the Day
We hate surprises, so we include everything upfront. Some firms don’t:
- Waiting time if the keys aren’t ready (£45 per hour after the first 20 minutes)
- Parking fines or suspension fees they forgot to book
- Storage if completion falls through (from £18 per day in our heated warehouse)
- Disposal of an unplayable piano (£120-£240 depending on weight and borough)
The Cheapest Safe Way to Move a Piano in London
Want to keep the bill as low as possible without wrecking a £15,000 instrument? Book Tuesday-Thursday, choose an early morning slot, clear the pathway completely, and measure every doorway and staircase in advance. Send us the measurements and a couple of photos on WhatsApp: +447506565245 and we’ll usually knock £30-£80 off the original quote just for good preparation.
Ready for Your Exact Price?
Message us right now on WhatsApp +447506565245 with:
- A photo of the piano (include the nameplate if possible)
- Postcode it’s leaving from and going to
- How many floors up/down and whether there’s a lift
- Preferred date
Most quotes come back in under ten minutes, and there’s never any obligation.
FAQs about Piano Removals Costs in London
How many piano moves do you complete each month in London?
We complete 20-40 piano moves monthly at UKhomeremovals.co.uk.
What equipment do you bring?
Proper piano movers use piano trolleys (also called piano boards), not just furniture dollies. They should have heavy-duty straps, padded blankets designed for pianos, and ramps or taillifts for van loading.
Is insurance included, and what does it cover?
Basic goods-in-transit insurance should be standard. Check the coverage limit and what’s excluded. Our insurance covers accidental damage during the move up to £10,000 as standard.
Will you dismantle and reassemble if needed?
Grand pianos require leg removal. Some companies charge extra for this; others include it. Know which you’re getting.
What happens if there's damage?
Reputable companies have a clear claims process. Avoid anyone who gets cagey about this question.
