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In almost all cases, paying for professional piano movers is worth the investment. Pianos weigh hundreds of pounds, making them very difficult to move, and they’re bulky, challenging to fit through doors and maneuver up or down stairs. Plus, they are expensive and potentially antique items, costing thousands of dollars. On average, professional piano movers cost around $400, which is much less than the price of a repair or replacement if you drop the piano or damage it in the moving process. Not to mention that moving pianos can be dangerous, and your safety is worth any price.

Typically, local moves involve either renting a moving truck and moving yourself or hiring local movers to do the job. For long-distance moves, options include hiring a full-service moving company that handles packing, loading, transportation, and unloading, or using a self-moving service where you load your belongings into a container or trailer and have it transported. Another option is hiring professional movers for labor-only services, where they assist with loading and unloading your rented truck. You can also opt for moving pods or moving containers that can be transported to the destination.

Hire movers two to three months before your move-out date to give you enough time to compare rates, organize your belongings, and, most importantly, find a crew available for the exact day and time you need. You may find movers only one or two weeks ahead, but some companies require booking up to 90 days in advance. Consider the time of year, too—summer weekends book up fast, so plan ahead.

Generally, you should hire movers when moving large, heavy objects. Professional movers can take much of the work off your hands and remove the risk of personal injury. But if you’re only moving a few light items, you can save money by making the move on your own and renting a moving truck.