Piano Movers NYC — Specialist Care for Every Piano
Upright, baby grand, concert grand. Padded wrapping and custom dollies. Call (347) 758-6798.
Piano Movers NYC in NYC — What We Offer
A piano is one of the most difficult items to move in New York City. Walk-up stairs, narrow doorways, and freight elevator weight limits create challenges that require specialist equipment and experience. 5 Stars Movers NYC uses padded piano boards, custom dollies, and 4-person crews for grand pianos. We've moved hundreds of pianos across all five boroughs without a single instrument damaged.
Licensed & Insured · All 5 Boroughs
What's Included
Piano-Specific Equipment
Custom piano dollies, padded piano boards, and corner guards designed specifically for upright, baby grand, and concert grand pianos.
4-Person Crews for Grands
Baby grand and concert grand pianos require a minimum 4-person crew. We never attempt heavy piano moves understaffed.
Walk-Up Specialists
NYC walk-up buildings are our specialty. We've navigated narrow staircases with grand pianos in buildings across Harlem, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Licensed & Insured
Full liability coverage on every piano move. Additional valuation coverage available for high-value instruments.
Free Piano Consultation
Not sure if your piano can be moved via stairs or requires a crane? We assess and advise before booking.
10+ Years Piano Experience
We have moved hundreds of pianos across NYC — studios to concert halls, walk-ups to penthouse apartments.
Piano Movers NYC Pricing in New York City
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. What you see is what you pay.
Upright Piano
2–3 movers · padded board & dolly
- Custom piano dolly
- Padded blanket wrap
- Walk-up buildings included
- Legs & pedals secured
- Floor protection at both ends
Baby Grand
3–4 movers · leg removal required
- Everything in Upright
- Leg & lyre disassembly
- 4-person crew minimum
- Padded piano board
- Precision room placement
Concert Grand
4+ movers · full assessment
- Everything in Baby Grand
- Window hoist if needed
- Crane coordination available
- High-value instrument coverage
- Free pre-move consultation
Prices vary by distance, floor, elevator access & date. Call for exact quote.
Why NYC Customers Choose 5 Stars for Piano Movers NYC
10 years. 5,000+ moves. Every borough. Here's what that looks like in practice.
Piano-Specific Equipment
Custom piano dollies, padded piano boards, and corner guards designed specifically for upright, baby grand, and concert grand pianos.
4-Person Crews for Grands
Baby grand and concert grand pianos require a minimum 4-person crew. We never attempt heavy piano moves understaffed.
Walk-Up Specialists
NYC walk-up buildings are our specialty. We've navigated narrow staircases with grand pianos in buildings across Harlem, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Licensed & Insured
Full liability coverage on every piano move. Additional valuation coverage available for high-value instruments.
Free Piano Consultation
Not sure if your piano can be moved via stairs or requires a crane? We assess and advise before booking.
10+ Years Piano Experience
We have moved hundreds of pianos across NYC — studios to concert halls, walk-ups to penthouse apartments.
How Our NYC Piano Movers NYC Process Works
From your first call to the last box placed — here's exactly what to expect.
Piano Assessment
We ask for the piano type (upright, baby grand, concert grand), dimensions, current floor, destination floor, and stair/elevator access at both locations.
Equipment Prep
Piano board and custom dolly prepared. The right padding and strapping for your specific piano model and size.
Careful Disassembly
Piano legs and pedal lyre are removed (where applicable). Keys are locked or padded. The entire instrument is wrapped in padded blankets.
Safe Transport
Piano secured upright or flat (per type) in the truck. No other heavy items loaded against it. Climate-appropriate transport.
Moving in NYC Is Different. We Know That.
10 years and 5,000+ moves. Every scenario NYC throws at us — handled.
Walk-Up Specialists
No stair fees. No damage.
Same Crew. No Subs.
Background-checked, accountable.
Walk-Up Buildings
We move hundreds of walk-up buildings per year across Harlem, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Our crews know how to protect narrow staircases and tight doorways without damage.
40%
of NYC apartments are walk-ups
COI Requirements
Most NYC buildings require a Certificate of Insurance. We provide COIs on request — same day in most cases — so your move-in is never blocked at the lobby.
Same day
COI turnaround
Service Elevator Scheduling
NYC elevator buildings require timed reservations. We coordinate directly with building management so the elevator is reserved and your move stays on schedule.
100%
of high-rise moves pre-scheduled
DOT Street Permits
We handle NYC DOT permit applications for street parking so the truck is right at your door — not circling the block burning your hourly rate.
$0
permit fee passed to you
All 5 NYC Boroughs
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island. We know every neighborhood's traffic patterns, building rules, and logistics — from Park Slope brownstones to Astoria high-rises.
5
boroughs, one crew
Same Crew, No Subs
No bait-and-switch with subcontractors. The crew you speak with on the phone is the crew that shows up. Trained, background-checked, accountable.
0
subcontractors ever used
Piano Movers NYC Reviews — Real NYC Customers
Real reviews from real New Yorkers — verified on Google.
“Steinway baby grand from a 6th-floor walk-up to a new apartment on the 4th floor. I was terrified but the team was completely calm and professional. Not a scratch.”
Elena B.
Upper West Side, Manhattan
2026-04-18
“Upright piano down a narrow Brooklyn staircase. These guys had the right equipment and knew exactly what they were doing. Worth every cent.”
Mark T.
Park Slope, Brooklyn
2026-03-05
“Concert grand from one house to another in Riverdale. Four guys, the right equipment, zero damage. The piano technician confirmed it didn't even need retuning.”
Sarah O.
Riverdale, The Bronx
2026-01-30
4.8★ average · Verified on Google
Piano Movers NYC FAQ — NYC Moving Questions Answered
Common questions about our NYC moving services, pricing, and what to expect on move day.
Upright piano moves start at $300–$500 within the same borough. Baby grand moves start at $500–$800. Concert grands and specialized situations are quoted individually. Call (347) 758-6798.
Find 5 Stars Movers NYC
Based in East Harlem, Manhattan. Serving all 5 boroughs, Mon–Sat 8am–5pm.
5 Stars Movers NYC
Licensed & Insured NYC Movers
Address
347 E 104th St, New York, NY 10029
Phone
(347) 758-6798Hours
Mon–Sat 8am–5pm
Sun: Closed
Get a Free Piano Movers NYC Quote
Licensed & insured. No hidden fees. Call (347) 758-6798 — Mon–Sat 8am–5pm.