Toronto’s Best Piano Movers

When you need to move a heavy, valuable piano from point A to point B, don't rely on anyone else but the professional, experienced movers at Rent-a-Son. Our piano movers are extensively trained with the best practices to secure and move your pianos safely. We have all the equipment necessary to get the job done quickly.

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When you need to move a heavy, valuable piano from point A to point B, don't rely on anyone else but the professional, experienced movers at Rent-a-Son. Our piano movers are extensively trained with the best practices to secure and move your pianos safely. We have all the equipment necessary to get the job done quickly.

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RENT-A-SON PROFESSIONAL PIANO MOVERS

With every piano move we take on, we pad and wrap each instrument before using specialized equipment to transport it from your first location, into our trucks, and into your final destination. Complete client satisfaction is our ultimate goal, and we understand the value that pianos and organs hold to their owners. You can rely on the Rent-a-Son professional movers to show up on time, take every safety precaution, and complete the job without a hitch.

LARGE PIANO MOVING IN TORONTO

Whether you're planning to move your piano across the hall, down the street, or to an entirely new zip code, Rent-a-Son movers are the guys to get your piano there in the exact same condition we found it. Our movers possess the care and precision it takes to load, move, and unload your precious piano without scratches, bumps, or bruises.
• Are you looking at a long set of stairs down from your current apartment? We know how to get around that.
• Are there sharp corners in your new home that you're concerned about? Our safety materials and padding will eliminate the worry of dents or scratches.
• Perhaps you have several pianos that need to be moved at once? We have the equipment and manpower to handle it.

Whatever obstacles your move presents, we have the understanding and long history of moving pianos needed to get the job done right.

LARGE PIANO MOVING IN TORONTO

Whether you're planning to move your piano across the hall, down the street, or to an entirely new zip code, Rent-a-Son movers are the guys to get your piano there in the exact same condition we found it. Our movers possess the care and precision it takes to load, move, and unload your precious piano without scratches, bumps, or bruises.
• Are you looking at a long set of stairs down from your current apartment? We know how to get around that.
• Are there sharp corners in your new home that you're concerned about? Our safety materials and padding will eliminate the worry of dents or scratches.
• Perhaps you have several pianos that need to be moved at once? We have the equipment and manpower to handle it.

Whatever obstacles your move presents, we have the understanding and long history of moving pianos needed to get the job done right.

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MATERIALS FOR ALL PIANO MOVES

Integral to any piano move is the necessary equipment and tools to move them safely. The Rent-a-Son piano movers in Toronto always come prepared with an extensive collection of materials needed for these types of specialty moves, such as:
Moving pads and blankets, Stretch wrap, Tape, Piano board, Plastic bags, Floor dollies, Arm straps, Allen wrenches, Screwdrivers, Buckle straps, Tie-downs

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MATERIALS FOR ALL PIANO MOVES

Integral to any piano move is the necessary equipment and tools to move them safely. The Rent-a-Son piano movers in Toronto always come prepared with an extensive collection of materials needed for these types of specialty moves, such as:
Moving pads and blankets, Stretch wrap, Tape, Piano board, Plastic bags, Floor dollies, Arm straps, Allen wrenches, Screwdrivers, Buckle straps, Tie-downs

GREATER TORONTO PIANO LOADING AND UNLOADING

Loading and unloading pianos require a specific set of skills that every one of our movers possesses.
During the moving process, your team of Rent-a-Son movers will give their undivided attention to the instrument's safety. They work together to remove the legs and safely lay the piano down onto protective padding.
The instrument may be padded, wrapped, and lifted for full protection during transportation. Once safely moved into the back of the truck, your movers will fasten your piano in with safety straps to ensure no excessive movement during the drive.
Your movers will take the piano out of the truck at its final destination just as carefully as it was loaded in. The team will then reverse the moving process as they put the piano back on the dollie and transport it into its new spot.

GREATER TORONTO PIANO LOADING AND UNLOADING

Loading and unloading pianos require a specific set of skills that every one of our movers possesses.
During the moving process, your team of Rent-a-Son movers will give their undivided attention to the instrument's safety. They work together to remove the legs and safely lay the piano down onto protective padding.
The instrument may be padded, wrapped, and lifted for full protection during transportation. Once safely moved into the back of the truck, your movers will fasten your piano in with safety straps to ensure no excessive movement during the drive.
Your movers will take the piano out of the truck at its final destination just as carefully as it was loaded in. The team will then reverse the moving process as they put the piano back on the dollie and transport it into its new spot.

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PIANO MOVE PREPARATION

Before your move occurs, we encourage you to prepare ahead of time. To make moving day go smoothly, it's a good idea to prep your space so that your movers have ample room to perform all the necessary measures. Here are some things we should know ahead of time:
• Be sure to tell your moving foreman about any narrow hallways, doorways, or corners that concern you. They will alert the moving team and keep an extra close eye on those areas to ensure that no accidents occur.
• You may also want to remove any rugs or items that will be in the piano's moving path for easier maneuvering. This makes the process quicker, as we won't need to spend time rearranging furniture to get the instrument out.
• Finally, confirm that you'll have a clear entryway for the piano to get through. If you have any concerns, don't hesitate to communicate that with your moving team. We'll find a way to overcome it and put your mind at ease.

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PIANO MOVE PREPARATION

Before your move occurs, we encourage you to prepare ahead of time. To make moving day go smoothly, it's a good idea to prep your space so that your movers have ample room to perform all the necessary measures. Here are some things we should know ahead of time:
• Be sure to tell your moving foreman about any narrow hallways, doorways, or corners that concern you. They will alert the moving team and keep an extra close eye on those areas to ensure that no accidents occur.
• You may also want to remove any rugs or items that will be in the piano's moving path for easier maneuvering. This makes the process quicker, as we won't need to spend time rearranging furniture to get the instrument out.
• Finally, confirm that you'll have a clear entryway for the piano to get through. If you have any concerns, don't hesitate to communicate that with your moving team. We'll find a way to overcome it and put your mind at ease.

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Our estimates are so accurate that they fall within 1% of the actual invoice, on average!

In order to provide you with a detailed and accurate estimate for our services, we perform a comprehensive assessment of your needs prior to your moving day. We will work together to collect inventory of the items you need moved using either an online form or a virtual survey of your home. While we do require you to complete these simple steps ahead of your moving day, it will ensure that we have a realistic and uncomplicated plan that you are happy with. As well, these steps will guarantee we have everything set up in the best possible way to avoid any surprises on moving day — both for you and your crew.

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We believe that every great move starts with a great team!

We have an entire HR team dedicated to finding the best people, heavily screening and background checking all prospective employees. Rent-a-Son then takes things a step further by constantly training and upgrading the skills of all movers in the field through our own proprietary training program. Our foremen assume leadership roles to effectively mentor newer employees and help them to be the best in the business. All of our crews are professional and friendly and will make moving day an easy and great and stress-free experience for you!

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Rent-a-Son is the best moving company with the best movers in Toronto and the GTA and we have the awards to prove it!

We have won the award for ‘Best Movers’ on Homestars 7 times with over 1,000 reviews. We are an accredited business with an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau. We are a ‘Certified Canadian Mover’ with the Canadian Association of Movers. We have also won the ‘Customer Choice’ award from North American Van Lines. We will continue to strive to exceed our customers’ expectations and provide the best local moving service in the city!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to move a piano in Toronto?

It depends on how far and how difficult the moving process is. It is best to get an estimate.

Can you move a piano by yourself?

The short answer is no. Pianos are very heavy and awkwardly shaped and are one of the hardest things to move, and it is easy to injure yourself if you do not know what you are doing. Having trained professionals move a piano is hands down a better option.

What is the easiest way to move a piano?

Hiring professionals who are experienced with piano moving, and who have the materials on hand that will ensure everything goes smoothly, is by far the easiest way to move your piano.

How heavy is an upright piano?

Although some people believe pianos weigh as little as 300 pounds, this is simply not true. The average weight of an upright piano is around 500 pounds. This is why hiring professionals is the safest way to go.

Does moving a piano affect tuning?

Most piano players report that after a short move, they do not notice a major difference in the sound of their piano. However, it is suggested by professional piano players that you should tune your piano after a move, especially if there is a change in temperature or climate involved.

Should I tune my piano after a move?

Yes. The piano will most likely be in a different temperature zone and the humidity will affect the tuning. There usually isn’t a noticeable difference in how it sounds immediately upon moving, so you can still enjoy playing it while you wait for it to be tuned.

How do movers move a piano?

First, they cover the keys and pedals with bubble wrap. Then, they wrap the entire piano in sound blankets so no damage is caused. Two movers will get on either side of the piano and lift it up, and a third person will slide a dolly underneath. As a team, they will guide it through the house and up the ramp into the truck where they strap it in securely. If the piano needs to be carried up or down stairs, two movers on each side of the piano are needed to lift it because pianos are extremely heavy.

Why do you need special piano movers?

The reason is that piano movers have the equipment, experience and knowledge necessary to get the job done. If there is an element of lifting up or down stairs, this requires strength and knowledge that the experts will have.

How much should I tip piano movers?

The same as you would tip any movers: tip them based on how good their service was. A good rule of thumb is to tip between 15%-20% of what the total job costs.

Can you move a piano from one room to another?

Yes, this is a very easy job. It’s much easier than moving it to another location.

What is your Piano Moving Process?

Before you sign anything with a piano moving company in Toronto you want to know what to expect from the moving process. When you work with Rent-a-Son, you can expect the same, best-practice process every time.
We've built a reputation we're proud of based on our dedication to the process and ensuring that everything is taken care of each step of the way.
The first step of the piano moving process is environment inspection. We'll go over all the details of each space, any environmental concerns we should know about, and the current piano condition. We'll check for things like a free entryway and clearance around the corners, and then create your free estimate. Once we set the plan and the moving schedule, our friendly movers will arrive promptly as scheduled and ready to move.
The team will first take care of the ancillary pieces and tuning pedals of the piano that must be protected from damage. Once we remove the accessory pieces, the movers will detach the legs to lay the main body of the piano onto protective padding for easier transport.
From there, your movers will carefully bring it out to the truck for moving. Movers will lift the dollie as needed to avoid stoops and stairs. From there, movers will either physically lift the piano into the truck or use a mechanical lift to transport it into the truck.
Now it's time to set up at the new location. Your movers will add the legs back and lift the piano into its upright position. From there, they will carefully reattach the ancillary items and tuning pedals before ensuring that everything is working and sounding exactly as it should.

Why Choose Us?

When you're deciding who to hire for your big piano move, there are some things to keep in mind to ensure your valuable instrument will be in good hands. Trust is important, and you'll want to know that your movers have had plenty of experience performing similar moves before.
You'll be pleased to know that our piano movers team combines specially trained and well-seasoned movers who know exactly how to transport any large piano from one place to another.
A baby grand or a grand piano is one of the trickiest to move. These should always be left to a professional mover to ensure the maximum security of your valuable instrument. Our team has experience moving these expensive and delicate instruments with ease.
You also want to be sure that your team of choice can troubleshoot any obstacles that may arise to avoid damage. Our management team has seen all kinds of piano moves and knows exactly how to protect, contain, and move your piano, no matter the circumstances.

How safe is your piano delivery?

If you're looking for a safe piano move that can put your mind at ease, that's what the Rent-a-Son movers are here for.
Our expert movers have helped people throughout the Greater Toronto area for many years and have earned a high reputation as the best movers in the area. Our moving process has been nailed down to a science so that no matter the challenges on the day, we're well equipped to handle them.
We take the time to do everything right, so you don't need to. With best-practice techniques, a full collection of materials, and the best transportation methods and tricks, you won't find a piano moving team in the area that can do it better.
We love taking care of our customers and moving their pianos safely. Rely on Rent-a-Son to provide our signature customer care and safety precautions when we move your instrument!

WHAT OUR CUSTOMER SAY

Rent-a-Son is the best moving company in Toronto and we have the client reviews to prove it! At Rent-a-Son, we value your feedback and work to respond to the varying needs and requests of our many customers. Learn more about what Rent-a-Son clients have to say about our award-winning moving, packing and storage services.

Quality movers. Quick, efficient & neat!
Jovana Smoljanic
Jovana Smoljanic
2023-04-08
My go to for any move!
jon lewis
jon lewis
2023-04-07
My compliments to Erika and the team at Rent A Son for quick and consistent response and follow up. I have used other companies in the past but now have all our move related work booked directly with them as we have had positive feed back from our clients.
Andre Lee-Rodrigues
Andre Lee-Rodrigues
2023-04-06
Today was my second move this month as I am rightsizing 2 households. For the second move I chose a new company and I am so happy I did. My move was out of a condo to a house and also to a storage facility. Lots of moving parts and the team of Theodore and Adrien handled it all with ease. They were a pleasure to work with on site and Rob Nunn was wonderful to deal with through the planning process. Thanks for a great move. I will be recommending Rent A Son to everyone.
Anne Sutherland
Anne Sutherland
2023-04-05
Brock and Marvin were a pleasure to work with on my move. Highly recommend!
David Larock
David Larock
2023-04-05
Fast response, flexible, accommodating and very professional. I had Kashane and Denys as my movers for the day and they were fast and efficient, made my long distance province move from Ontario to Quebec completely stress free. They also disassembled, packed the furniture and brought all the supplies I was missing. Might cost a bit more than others but worth every penny. Just book them.
Bash Rifai
Bash Rifai
2023-04-04
We had a great moving experience with Rob and Fabio and the rest of the team at Rent-A-Son! Made our move that much easier and less stressful. Our moving team were excellent, friendly and incredibly efficient.
Roddy Fraser-Davidson
Roddy Fraser-Davidson
2023-04-04
Very happy with the internal move that Kashane and Reynolds handled for us today. Even with a difficult couch and stairway combination they tried every approach and in the end I felt they had made the best of the situation. And they managed to stay within the time allotted for the move. I could not have asked for more. Great attitudes and very professional. I hope I can get these guys again when the time comes to put things back after our renovations are done.
Don Malcho
Don Malcho
2023-03-29
I would highly recommend Rent-a-Son for your moving needs. Rob was very helpful during the booking process and make it seamless to book their service. Our movers, Theo and Adrian, were great to work with as well. They were punctual, efficient, and took great care in making sure our move was worry free. They go the extra mile to make sure your furniture does not get damaged during the move and leave your house neat and tidy after the move as well. They even disassembled and re-assembled our beds. Thank you Rent-a-Son for the wonderful service and we will definitely use you again in the future!
Vatsala Verma
Vatsala Verma
2023-03-28
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