Piano Shipping Cost from Baltimore, Maryland to Brussels

Piano mover costs vary widely, from $200-$400 for simple local upright moves to $1,000-$2,000 or more for long-distance grand piano transport, with factors like piano type, distance, stairs, elevators, and terrain adding significant charges, often $5-$10 per stair. Expect a minimum of $250-$300 even for short moves due to the specialized care and equipment needed.

A piano dolly helps, but hiring specialized piano movers is generally much better and safer than DIY with just a dolly because pianos are extremely heavy (often 1,000+ lbs) and require specialized equipment (like heavy-duty dollies, ramps, straps) and expertise to handle corners, stairs, and prevent damage to the instrument or injury to yourself, making pros worth the cost over potential expensive repairs or health issues.

For an upright piano weighing 300-500 pounds, you can expect cross country piano movers to charge between $1,200 and $2,500 for a coast-to-coast move. Baby grand pianos in the 500-800 pound range typically cost $2,000 to $4,500 for interstate piano shipping.