Piano Removal in Windsor Heights, Iowa

With an unwanted piano, you can sell it online or on consignment, donate it to schools, churches, or charities (some offer pickup), repurpose the case into furniture like a desk or bookshelf, or hire a junk removal service for disposal and recycling of its metal and wood parts. Evaluate its condition; if it's playable, donation or selling is better, but if not, professional removal or DIY dismantling for recycling are good options, though moving it is difficult and costly.

A piano dolly is essential for moving an upright piano yourself, but hiring professional piano movers is almost always better and safer, especially for valuable instruments, because pros use specialized equipment (dollies, ramps, straps, blankets) and have the training to handle the extreme weight (hundreds to over a thousand pounds) and awkward shape, preventing costly damage and serious injury, which can outweigh the cost of movers. A dolly alone isn't enough; you need strong people, a truck with a ramp, padding, and expertise to avoid accidents.

Call your local piano store and see who they recommend to move it, as their piano mover may be cheaper than the house movers. I actually found this to be true when I moved my piano. Also, check with your local thrift stores that deal with large furniture, such as the Restore.

Long-distance moves: Expect to pay $500–$800 for uprights and $1,000–$2,000+ for grand pianos. Mileage rates: Local moves cost $1.50–$2.50 per mile, while long-distance rates range from $2.50–$10 per mile.