Trusted by Steinway and Auckland music retailers. Piano specialists.
Specialist Piano Movers.
You play. We move.
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Piano move
Your move details
Tell us about your piano and the move.
Enter both pickup and drop-off addresses (full street and suburb) to continue.
Piano moves from $300. Every move quoted upfront, so you know the number before we lift a thing.
Specialist Piano Movers.
Trusted by Steinway and Auckland music retailers. Piano specialists.
You play. We move.
Auckland and Hamilton moving specialists.
We move uprights, baby grands, and grands with dedicated piano trucks and crews who do this every day. Choose your city below, or request a quote and we will confirm the right depot and crew.
Piano moves from $300. Every move quoted upfront, so you know the number before we lift a thing.
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Piano moving in your area
We run daily piano work from our Auckland (Wairau Valley) and Hamilton bases, with regular routes between the two cities and Auckland and the Waikato coverage.
Piano movers Auckland
North Shore, central, west, south, and east Auckland. Trusted by Lewis Eady, Rockshop, Piano Traders, and Steinway.
Auckland piano moving
Piano moving Hamilton
Hamilton city, Cambridge, and the Waikato. Regular Hamilton to Auckland corridor runs for homes and music stores.
Hamilton piano movingPiano services
Upright, grand, tuning, international shipping, or storage. Pick the option that fits your piano.
Grand Piano Moving
Grand pianos require extra precision. We use proven techniques and the right tools to protect your instrument from pickup to final placement.
Upright Piano Moving
Upright pianos can be awkward to move. We plan the route, protect the instrument, and handle the job with the care it deserves.
International Piano Shipping
International piano shipping is high-stakes. We focus on careful prep, clear communication, and specialist handling that protects your instrument across the journey.
Piano Storage
When timing changes, storage can save your move. We help you store your piano safely with expert handling before the next step.
Piano tuning
Standard tuning and pitch correction after your move settles in.
Why us
Dedicated piano crews, not general furniture labour
Minimum three trained movers on standard piano jobs. Piano boards, shrink wrap, and trucks built for instruments.
Gold
SiteWise Gold Certified Contractor
90%+
Health & Safety Assessment Score
$300
Moves from
7 days
Service
Piano moving process
- 1
Quote and confirm details
Tell us upright or grand, pickup and drop-off addresses, and stairs at each end. We confirm price and your move date. - 2
Plan access and prep
We check doorways, steps, and parking. Grand pianos may need legs or pedals removed before transport. We handle that on site.
- 3
Protect and load
On move day the crew shrink wraps and pads your piano, then loads it onto our piano truck using specialist dollies and straps. - 4
Deliver and place
We transport your piano safely, set it down where you need it, and do a final check with you before we leave.
Upright, grand, and everything between
Different pianos need different care. We plan each move around your instrument, access, and stairs at both ends.
Upright and console pianos
Uprights are heavy and awkward in tight hallways and stairwells. We use custom dollies, padding, and secure straps so corners and door frames stay protected.
Baby grand and grand pianos
Grands are delicate and top-heavy. We remove legs, pedals, and the lid when needed, pad the body, and transport on a piano board built for the job.
Digital and electric pianos
Lighter than acoustic pianos but still worth specialist handling. We treat keyboards and hybrid pianos with the same care on stairs and in vans.
Dedicated piano crews and gear
Specialist Piano Movers is part of Specialist Movers. We run Auckland and Hamilton with trucks and equipment built for pianos, not general furniture.
- We never send fewer than three trained movers on a piano job.
- Piano boards, shrink wrap, quilted blankets, and straps sized for your instrument.
- Local moves, Auckland to Hamilton runs, and international crating when you need it.
- Specialist transport insurance options. Ask us for details.
5,000+
Pianos moved
4.9
Google rating
7 days
Service
$300
Moves from (excl. GST)
How we move your piano
Real jobs from homes, music stores, theatres, and our piano trucks. This is the team behind Specialist Piano Movers.
Piano moving questions
- How do you keep my piano safe during transport?
- Our crews use specialist piano moving equipment, protective padding, and secure tie-downs in our piano trucks. Every move is handled as its own project so nothing is rushed.
- Can you move a piano with difficult access or stairs in Auckland?
- Yes. Our teams are used to narrow hallways, stairwells, and tight turns across Auckland suburbs. Tell us about both addresses when you request a quote.
- How do I get a quote for piano moving in Auckland?
- Use the form on this page, call (021) 228 2728, or email richard@specialistmovers.co.nz. We call back within 15 minutes with a clear scope and price.
- How much does it cost to transport a piano in New Zealand?
- Cost depends on piano type, distance, and access (stairs, turns, tight doorways). Local upright moves start from $300 excl. GST. Grands and longer routes cost more. Tell us pickup and drop-off addresses and we will quote clearly.
- What information should I have ready before I call?
- Piano type (upright, grand, or digital). For grands, length from keyboard to the bow end. Pickup and delivery addresses. Stairs, turns, or landings at both ends. Preferred move date. Any special access notes. That helps us price accurately and plan crew size.
- How will you move my piano?
- We use piano boards, quilted blankets, shrink wrap, and secure straps. Most jobs run with at least three trained movers. We treat each move as its own project and take the time needed so nothing is rushed.
- Will my piano need tuning after being moved?
- The move itself does not usually knock a piano out of tune, but temperature and humidity changes can. We suggest booking a tuner 2 to 3 weeks after the move so the instrument can settle in its new room.
- Do you need specialist piano moving in Auckland?
- Yes. Pianos are heavy and easy to damage. A professional crew has the gear and technique to protect your piano and your home. DIY moves often cost more when something goes wrong.
- Do you move all types of pianos?
- Yes. Upright, baby grand, grand, digital, and electric pianos. Each type needs a different plan, so we scope access and stairs before we confirm your quote.
- Is it worth moving my piano?
- If it has sentimental or financial value, professional transport is worth it. Proper wrapping and handling protect the finish and internal parts. We make local and Auckland to Hamilton runs every week.
Contact us
(021) 228 2728Not sure what you need for your upcoming move? Fill out the form below with your moving date and requirements. We will get back to you with a clear recommendation, a fair quote, and our next available booking.
Piano move
Your move details
Tell us about your piano and the move.
Enter both pickup and drop-off addresses (full street and suburb) to continue.