Moving a piano is a delicate process that requires precision, strength, and experience. Because of their size and sensitivity, pianos can’t be moved like regular furniture — they need professional handling. If you’re planning a piano move in Dublin, CA, understanding how the process works can help you prepare and feel confident about your relocation.
At All Star Movers & Storage, we specialize in moving pianos safely and efficiently. Here’s a step-by-step look at how professional piano moving works for customers in Dublin.
Step 1: Schedule a Free Consultation and Estimate
Every successful piano move begins with careful planning. When you contact All Star Movers & Storage, our team schedules a free, no-obligation estimate to assess your piano and moving requirements.
During the consultation, we’ll ask questions such as:
What type of piano do you have (upright, baby grand, or grand)?
Where is it located in your home or building?
Are there stairs, narrow hallways, or elevators involved?
By gathering this information, we can create a customized moving plan and provide an accurate cost estimate.
Step 2: Choose the Right Moving Plan
Every piano move is unique. After your consultation, we’ll recommend the right moving plan for your specific needs.
Whether you’re moving a piano across Dublin or relocating long-distance, we’ll tailor our services to include packing, transportation, and setup. You can also choose optional services like climate-controlled storage or protective wrapping for extra safety.
Step 3: Preparation and Protection
Before moving day, our team prepares both your home and your piano for safe transport. We take steps to prevent scratches, dents, or damage during the move.
We use padded blankets, shrink wrap, and protective covers to secure every surface of your piano. Additionally, we lay floor protectors and padding along pathways to protect your flooring and walls.
This careful preparation ensures that both your home and your instrument remain in perfect condition.
Step 4: Safe Disassembly (If Necessary)
Some pianos, especially baby grands or concert grands, need partial disassembly to move safely. Our professional movers carefully remove legs, pedals, and other detachable parts when needed.
Each piece is wrapped, labeled, and packed separately for protection. Once the piano reaches its destination, our movers reassemble it with precision, ensuring it looks and functions perfectly.
Step 5: Expert Lifting and Loading
After preparation, we carefully lift and secure the piano onto a custom dolly or skid board. Using specialized straps and lift gates, we safely load it onto our moving truck.
Because pianos are extremely heavy, this step requires experience and teamwork. Our trained crew knows exactly how to balance and position the instrument to prevent shifting during transport.
Step 6: Secure Transportation
During transport, we make sure your piano remains stable and protected. Our climate-controlled trucks maintain consistent temperature and humidity to protect delicate materials from warping or cracking.
We also secure the piano with heavy-duty straps and anchor points to prevent movement. Whether you’re moving across town or across the state, your piano stays safe every mile of the way.
Step 7: Careful Delivery and Placement
Once we arrive at your new home or venue, our team unloads and carefully positions the piano where you want it. We take time to ensure it’s level, properly supported, and free from any vibration or imbalance.
If needed, we’ll also reattach any removed parts and unwrap the piano, making it ready for immediate use.
Step 8: Post-Move Check and Tuning Recommendation
After a move, your piano may need time to adjust to its new environment. Changes in humidity and movement can affect sound quality slightly.
We recommend waiting two to three weeks before tuning your piano. This gives it time to stabilize in its new space.
Our team can refer you to trusted local piano technicians who provide post-move tuning services.
Step 9: Optional Storage Solutions
If your new home or music studio isn’t ready yet, we offer secure, climate-controlled storage for pianos. This ensures your instrument stays safe from dust, moisture, and temperature changes until you’re ready for delivery.
We’ll also handle pickup and final delivery when you’re ready to receive your piano again — saving you time and effort.
Step 10: Ongoing Customer Support
At All Star Movers & Storage, our service doesn’t end after delivery. We stay available to answer questions, assist with future moves, or help you access your stored piano if needed.
Our goal is to make every piano move seamless, safe, and worry-free for our Dublin customers.
Why Dublin Residents Choose All Star Movers & Storage
Locally owned and operated in the Bay Area
Over 20 years of piano moving and storage experience
Fully licensed, insured, and BBB accredited
Specialized piano moving equipment and trained movers
Secure, climate-controlled storage and trucks
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Serving Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore, San Ramon, Danville, Walnut Creek, Hayward, Tracy, Modesto, San Jose, San Francisco, and Sacramento
Because of our experience, reliability, and attention to detail, Dublin residents trust us for every piano move — big or small.
Move Your Piano with Confidence in Dublin
When you understand how professional piano moving works, you can prepare confidently and relax knowing your instrument is in expert hands. With All Star Movers & Storage, your piano will be protected, transported, and delivered with the highest level of care.
Call today at (925) 905-9889 to schedule your free estimate!