Moving an upright piano alone is risky. We've seen backs hurt and walls dinged. Last year a guy near Mamaroneck Ave tried it alone. He hurt his knee bad. We handle the weight for you. We handle the stairs and tight doors too.
An upright piano can weigh 300 to 500 pounds. That weight sits on one side. It tips easy on stairs. We get calls from folks near Battle Hill and North White Plains. They have narrow staircases and 30 inch doorways. Those moves need real planning. Downtown high-rise moves near City Center bring their own problems too. Buildings there often give you just a 2 hour elevator window. Wait too long, and you risk scratched walls. You could also hurt your back. One tip we always use: measure twice before you lift once. Piano care matters even after the move is done. Humidity and handling both affect tuning over time.[1]
Old capes and colonials near Battle Hill have tight staircases. We use straps and a slow, steady carry to get through safely.
Downtown buildings near City Center give you short elevator windows. We book the slot and show up ready to move fast.
Gedney Farms and Ridgeway homes often have long or steep driveways. We bring extra hands so the carry stays steady.
Apartment hallways and door frames need careful measuring first. We check the space before we ever lift the piano.
Older upright pianos have delicate wood cases and legs. We wrap and pad these before any wheels touch the ground.
Snow and ice make ramps slippery. We use salt and traction mats to keep footing safe during Nor'easter season.
A dropped piano can cost thousands to fix. It could even hurt someone. We've moved uprights down tight stairwells near Gedney Farms. We've carried them across slick driveways near Ridgeway too. Last month we helped a homeowner move one down a steep porch step near Highlands. We never rush the job. Slow, careful work keeps your piano and home safe. That's why we show up ready every time.
Don't risk your back or your piano on a DIY move. Call our piano moving team here in White Plains. We'll handle it from start to finish.
We keep things simple so you know what's happening at each step.
You call or fill out our form. We ask about stairs, doorways, and distance. We give you a clear quote upfront. No guessing later.
Our team shows up with straps, blankets, and a dolly built for heavy uprights. We check the path once more before we start lifting.
We carry your piano slow and steady. We protect your walls and floors along the way. Once it's set in place, we make sure you're happy before we go.
Price depends on stairs, distance, and building rules. A ground floor move on North Broadway costs less. A high-rise move downtown near City Center with a tight elevator window costs more. One thing most folks don't know: insurance often costs extra with other movers. We include it for free. We give you a quote before we book, so there's no surprise bill later.
An outstanding moving company! James and his men are gentlemen and hard workers. They were focused and careful with everything. I will always be appreciative and grateful for their help. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
James was fantastic. Super responsive and efficient.
On time, very knowledgeable, courteous and they didn't break any sh!t.
James and his team did a great job start to finish.
These guys were so professional.
Did a great job with my furniture and took it apart and put it back together with care. Highly recommended.
Great people to work with. Good prices, on time, very professional and very careful
Incredible job by the whole All Moves Are Us team!! I highly, highly recommend them! Very communicative, took great care of all my belongings, and were super professional.
James and friend came on time and moved two furniture items safely and carefully. Congenial fellows as well. Local move. Good price.
These movers were punctual & very professional. Many boxes & bins were very heavy. Did not stop them. They were the fastest movers i ever seen. Will be spreading the word of the best movers in town. Their cost was also within budget.
Here are answers to what we hear most from White Plains folks.
Most upright piano moves in White Plains cost $150 to $450. Price depends on stairs, distance, and building access. We give you a free quote before booking. That way you know the cost upfront.
Most moves take one to two hours total. Stairs or tight hallways can add extra time. High-rise moves near downtown may take longer due to elevator booking.
We don't think you should try this alone. Uprights are heavy and awkward to carry. One wrong step on stairs can cause a bad injury. Our team has the straps and skill to move it safely.
Upright pianos stand tall and need a different dolly setup. Grand pianos need the legs and lid taken off. Both need careful hands, but the tools differ.
Not always. We offer same day service when our schedule allows it. Still, downtown high-rise moves need extra notice. We have to book the elevator time ahead.
Look for scratched legs, sticky keys, or a loose case. These often come from movers who didn't strap the piano right. We check for this before we even start our own move.
Yes, we do these moves often. Homes near Battle Hill and North White Plains have narrow staircases. Many also have small doorways. We measure ahead of time so we know what to expect.
