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Professional Piano Moving Services in Oxford

Trusted by Oxford residents for safe, professional piano moving with over 4 years of experience and specialist equipment designed for upright, baby grand, and grand pianos.

Piano Moving Specialists

Comprehensive Piano Moving Services in Oxford

Our specialist piano moving service covers all types of pianos across Oxford's historic streets and narrow college areas. From Victorian terraces in Jericho to modern apartments in Headington, we navigate Oxford's unique challenges with expertise and care.

How It Works

1

Upright Piano Moving

Professional transport of upright pianos using specialist dollies and protective equipment, perfect for Oxford's narrow Victorian streets and college accommodation.

2

Grand Piano Relocations

Expert handling of grand and baby grand pianos with disassembly services, climate-controlled transport, and precise reassembly in your Oxford home.

3

Piano Storage Solutions

Secure, climate-controlled storage facilities for pianos during renovations, house sales, or temporary relocations within Oxford and surrounding areas.

Professional piano moving service with grand piano

Why Choose All Around Removals for Piano Moving in Oxford?

Oxford's trusted piano moving specialists with the expertise, equipment, and insurance to protect your valuable instrument

Piano Moving Specialists

Dedicated piano moving expertise with specialist equipment including piano dollies, ramps, and protective padding designed specifically for piano transport in Oxford's challenging historic streets.

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

Full insurance protection for your valuable piano during transport, giving you complete peace of mind throughout the moving process in Oxford and surrounding Oxfordshire areas.

Oxford Area Knowledge

Extensive knowledge of Oxford's narrow medieval streets, college access restrictions, parking permits, and the best routes for safe piano transport across the city and surrounding villages.

Experienced Piano Movers

Trained piano moving specialists with years of experience handling valuable instruments, from student pianos in college accommodation to concert grands in Oxford's prestigious homes.

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Our Piano Moving Process

How We Safely Move Your Piano in Oxford

Our systematic approach ensures your piano is protected throughout the entire moving process, from initial assessment to final placement in your Oxford home.

1

Piano Assessment & Survey

Detailed assessment of your piano type, dimensions, and access requirements at both Oxford locations, including measurements of doorways, stairs, and parking restrictions.

2

Route Planning & Logistics

Careful route planning considering Oxford's narrow streets, college restrictions, and optimal times for transport to avoid traffic congestion and parking issues.

3

Professional Preparation

Piano disassembly if required, protective wrapping with specialist blankets, and securing all removable parts including pedals, music stands, and bench storage.

4

Climate-Controlled Transport

Safe loading using specialist equipment, climate-controlled transport to protect from Oxford's variable weather, and secure anchoring to prevent movement during transit.

5

Precise Placement & Setup

Careful unloading, reassembly if required, precise positioning in your Oxford home, and basic tuning recommendations from our experienced piano moving team.

Piano Moving Fleet

Specialist Vehicles for Piano Transport in Oxford

Our climate-controlled vehicles and specialist equipment ensure your piano is transported safely through Oxford's historic streets with maximum protection.

Climate-Controlled Luton Van
Premium
Piano Transport Vehicle
Capacity: Grand pianos and multiple uprights
4.2m (L) x 2.1m (W) x 2.2m (H)

Key Features:

  • Climate control system
  • Hydraulic tail lift
  • Piano dolly system
  • Protective blankets
  • Secure tie-down points
  • Low loading height

Best for:

Grand piano moves and multiple piano relocations across Oxford

Availability:

Available 7 days a week

LWB Piano Van
Popular
Upright Piano Specialist
Capacity: Up to 2 upright pianos
3.5m (L) x 1.8m (W) x 1.9m (H)

Key Features:

  • Piano ramp system
  • Protective padding
  • Secure strapping
  • Easy access doors
  • Professional dolly
  • Weather protection

Best for:

Upright piano moves in Oxford's narrow streets and college areas

Availability:

Flexible scheduling including weekends

Specialist Piano Equipment
Essential
Professional Piano Tools
Capacity: All piano types and sizes
Custom equipment set

Key Features:

  • Piano dollies (various sizes)
  • Padded ramps and slides
  • Lifting straps and harnesses
  • Protective covers
  • Disassembly tools
  • Humidity monitors

Best for:

Complex piano moves including stairs and narrow access in Oxford

Availability:

Included with all piano moves

What Our Customers Say

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Tom Bradey

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Brilliant! Affordable and great customer service!

"Brilliant! Affordable and great customer service! Really helpful. Quickly moving heavy items. So grateful for their assistance 👍"

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Zaia Chu

Considerate and trustworthy moving service

"When I was in urgent need of help, I chose them through a friend's recommendation. I'm really happy — this moving service was not only considerate and understanding, but also highly responsible and trustworthy."

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Ile Dinev

Amazing service, stress free moving day

"Amazing service, provided by Alex (the owner). Stress free moving day :). Thank you Alex"

Piano Moving FAQs for Oxford Customers

Common questions about our professional piano moving services in Oxford and Oxfordshire

Piano moving costs in Oxford vary depending on the piano type and distance. Upright piano moves start from £200, baby grands from £300, and full grand pianos from £400. We provide free, detailed quotes that include all specialist equipment, insurance, and any necessary disassembly/reassembly services.

Yes, we specialise in navigating Oxford's historic narrow streets and challenging access points. Our team conducts detailed surveys, uses compact specialist equipment, and plans optimal routes considering parking restrictions, college access times, and pedestrian areas to ensure safe piano transport.

We offer secure, climate-controlled piano storage facilities perfect for temporary storage during house moves, renovations, or extended relocations. Our storage units maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels to protect your piano's condition and tuning stability.

Yes, all pianos are fully insured during transport with comprehensive coverage for damage or loss. Our insurance specifically covers high-value musical instruments, providing complete peace of mind throughout the moving process in Oxford and surrounding areas.

We recommend booking piano moves 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during busy periods like university term starts and summer months. However, we can often accommodate shorter notice moves and provide emergency piano moving services when required.

Yes, we regularly handle piano moves to and from Oxford University colleges. We're familiar with college access procedures, porter requirements, and the specific logistics of moving instruments within the university environment, ensuring smooth coordination with college staff.

Clear access paths, arrange parking permits if needed in Oxford's restricted zones, remove all items from piano benches and music stands, and ensure someone is available to supervise. We'll provide a detailed preparation checklist after booking to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Yes, we provide recommendations for reputable piano tuners in Oxford and advise on timing for post-move tuning. Generally, pianos should be left to settle for 2-4 weeks after moving before tuning, though we can arrange immediate tuning if required for performances or events.

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4+ Years Experience
2,000+ Moves Completed
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