Pianos are more than instruments — they’re often family heirlooms, centrepieces of homes, or treasured tools for professionals. At Truckabout, we specialise in piano moving across Christchurch, Canterbury, and the wider South Island. From uprights to baby grands, our trained team uses the right equipment, careful planning, and years of experience to deliver your piano safely, every time.
Moving a piano isn’t like moving furniture. It requires precision, patience, and genuine care. Here’s why families, churches, and performers across Canterbury choose us:
When you’re making a change like this, you deserve a senior relocation service that combines professionalism with genuine compassion. Seniors, retirees, and families in Canterbury pick us because:
We use state-of-the-art equipment designed specifically for piano relocations, ensuring safety at every step.
Our movers are trained in the nuances of piano moving, from grand pianos to uprights.
Every piano is wrapped in cushioned blankets, safeguarding it from moisture, bumps, and scratches.
Quality service that respects both your piano and your wallet. No hidden fees or surprises.
We treat your piano like music itself — every note protected.
We assess the size, type, and location of your piano, planning the best relocation strategy.
Your piano is carefully prepped, with removable parts secured and the entire instrument wrapped in protective materials.
Using piano dollies and ramps, we ensure a smooth transition from your home to our vehicle and vice versa.
Upon arrival, we'll help set up your piano in its new location, ensuring it's ready for those melodious tunes.
EXCELLENT Based on 109 reviews Penny Marks2025-09-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys were awesome …made a stressful situation aka moving house easy as ! nothing was a Bother ! Bronwyn Talbot2025-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 3rd time used and always so professional and friendly. Definately know there stuff and always up for a laugh. Once again thank you Ronald and the boys. 5***** Henriette Forsyth2025-09-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Truck About yesterday for a household move in Christchuch. We found them to be reliable and efficient. The 2 guys that did all the hard work were polite and friendly. We shall certainly recommend to friends and family! Thank you for a great job! The Forsyths. Shayal Pal2025-08-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best removal company i came across. I used so many removal company for last 5 years but Truckabout were amazing. They never made me fault that they were hire to do the job. They treated us and my belongings as their own. I would highly recommend TRUCKABOUT MOVERS to any one I know. Thank you so much team. See you next time. Asneel Chand2025-08-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a moving company booked to donour removal from 8am, we waited till 11am and get still didn't show up. I rang TruckAbout Furniture Movers, they were busy but they offer to send a team to do my removal. I would like to highly recommend Truckabout Mover for the action they taken to help me out for the removal. Highly recommend this company and happy to let everyone I know about the team and the professionalism to get he this removal done. I items were take great care and they placed in place for me where I required. Highly recommend TRUCKABOUT FURNITURE MOVER Richard Hill2025-08-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Used them twice, on time, fast and efficient! I can highly recommend using these guys Aimee Powell2025-07-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service, highly recommend. Attention to detail with loading and handling items. Absolute legends in their field diane findlay2025-06-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The guys that moved us were absolutely brilliant punctual, friendly and reliable, thanks we appreciate it. Tracy2025-06-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are quite nice and flexible. Would recommend them to anyone who wants to move.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more