How to Move a Piano (and why you shouldn't do it yourself!)
It's an excellent way to cut costs and undertake large-scale projects. One of those jobs appears to be moving a piano. Many people believe that the process of moving the piano from San Diego is easy but it's equally vital to protect the piano.
While we all know that a piano contains many keys, there are usually more than 10,000 moving parts people don't realize that. It isn't easy to move the delicate, heavy, and advanced instrument without destroying it, and it is best for professionals to carry it out safely. It is possible to do it by yourself, however, it requires some planning and plenty of help.
Step-by-step directions on how to move a piano.
1. Take a measurement of the area.
You'll need to make sure the piano's dimensions into its new location. Make sure to measure the doorways, space, and stairwells to make sure there's no obstacle in moving the piano into the new place.
2. Make sure you have the right tools for the job.
You'll require piano harnesses, dollies, and cushioning at the absolute least. It's just a matter of the type of piano you own the specific equipment that you'll need will vary.
Piano dollies are required for an upright piano.
You'll require a special piece of equipment called the piano board or skid board for moving an upright piano. This board will require additional strapping and padding and must be the right size for the piano you have.
3. Decide on the size of the moving truck you'll require.
Write down everything you own, including things that are important like your piano and other furniture. You can use this list to figure out what size moving truck you'll need to make your move.
4. Clear the way.
A clear path between the old location and the new home is crucial.
5. Check out the route you are on.
Before taking the piano up or down, make sure you check the staircase to make sure it is in good condition.
6. Based on the piano that you have you will need to move it in different steps.
If you're moving an upright instrument, ensure that the piano dollies you're using can hold the full weight of the instrument. Moving a baby or grand piano: prior to moving a grand or baby grand piano, take off the legs. To attach the instrument to the board of the piano, you will require straps and a screwdriver (described in the previous paragraph).
7. Securely fasten the piano to the truck by putting it on top.
One of the first items to be loaded on the truck is the piano. To stop the piano from moving during transport make use of straps and ropes.
8. Immediately after the move, retune the piano.
Even if everything goes smoothly moving a piano may result in it losing its tuning. It is suggested to wait a month before you get your piano tuned after the removal.
Avoid these errors when moving pianos. You now know how to move a piano properly and safely on your own. These are the most common mistakes to avoid:
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Don't forget that pianos are huge and heavy.
Putting the piano on a scale for determining the magnitude of the task is not an alternative. So, how do determine what the piano weighs, since this weight is a factor in your movement strategy as you cross narrow hallways, curving doors, and maybe most importantly, the stairs?
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