Piano removal and disposal experts
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Say goodbye to your old ivory keys without the heavy lifting—our experts handle the removal and responsible disposal of your piano.
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The simple solution for heavy piano disposal
Getting rid of a piano on your own is a massive challenge. They are incredibly heavy, difficult to load, and won't be accepted by standard garbage services. When you're ready to part ways with your old instrument, call the friendly experts at 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. Our team takes the stress out of the process, managing all the heavy lifting and logistics for you.
Please note that piano acceptance varies by city, so contact your local franchise to see how we can help.
How our piano removal service works
In just 4 easy steps, you can reclaim your space, ready for endless possibilities.
Schedule appointment
- Book online or call us
- No deposit required
- Same-day service available
Get in-person estimate
- Two-person team
- Two-hour arrival window
- No obligation to proceed with the service
Watch us get to work
- Zero preparation needed
- We do all the heavy lifting
- We sweep up after
Responsible disposal
- Donation drop-off to local charities
- Recycling taken to local facilities
- We take care of all collecting and sorting
We pick up all types of pianos
Due to the complex nature of piano disposal, there are some types of pianos we may be unable to remove. Our friendly, uniformed truck teams will be more than happy to assess your piano onsite and provide your removal options. Pianos we can typically take include:
- Grand or Baby Grand Pianos
- Upright Pianos
- Organs & Console Pianos
- Digital Pianos & Keyboards
- Parlor Pianos
- Toy Pianos
Why choose professional removal over piano donation?
While piano donation sounds ideal, it often involves strict brand requirements, lengthy applications, and weeks of waiting for a qualification decision. Organizations like Pianos for Education require detailed photos, serial numbers, and 3–7 days just for a response—leaving that unwanted piano in your space for far too long.
1-800-GOT-JUNK? eliminates the red tape. We provide a fast, full-service alternative where our professional two-person team handles the heavy lifting right away. We offer a no-obligation quote and on-site estimates, ensuring your piano disappears on your schedule. Whether we find a way to repurpose the materials or ensure responsible disposal, we take care of it all.
We’re in your neighborhood—find a 1-800-GOT-JUNK? location near you.
How much does piano removal cost?
The cost of piano removal depends on the instrument's size and the crew required to move it safely.
For a single piano, check the "single item" section on our pricing page to see if estimated rates are available in your area. If you’re clearing out other items at the same time, we price based on volume—the total space your junk takes up in our truck.
Because every move is unique, we’re happy to provide a free, no-obligation onsite estimate to give you an accurate price.
Why choose us?
We provide fast, full-service junk removal to keep your home clutter-free.
Convenience
We offer same-day service and flexible scheduling to fit your busy lifestyle.
Two-person team
A professional, licensed, and insured two-person team will arrive at your home in uniform, ready to handle all your junk removal needs.
No heavy lifting
We’ll handle all the lifting and loading, and even sweep up when we’re done, leaving your space spotless.
Free, no-obligation estimates
To make sure you get the most accurate price possible, we provide in-person estimates at your convenience.
Peace of mind
We give old items a new life by recycling the recyclables and donating the donatables to keep as much as possible out of the landfill.
24/7 phone support
Our customer service team is available 24/7 to answer any questions.
Frequently asked questions
How do you dispose of a broken piano?
Getting rid of your old piano is not as simple as throwing it in the trash. Pianos are large and made of materials that do not break down naturally in landfills.
Here’s how you can properly get rid of your old piano:
- Determine if your broken piano is beyond repair - if it can be fixed, it may have more value being donated.
- Check to see if your local trash or junk removal service, charities, and recycling facility accepts pianos or offers piano disposal service.
- Schedule a pickup time with piano movers.
- Clear a path for the piano movers to carry the instrument through.
Moving a piano is more than a one-person job. Your best option is to hire professionals who have the tools to handle it for you.
How do I donate or recycle a piano?
One way to dispose of an old piano is to donate it. However, the size of your piano and the condition that it is in plays a large role in whether or not an organization will accept your donation.
There are many places that accept piano donations, including:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Schools
- Social groups
- Retirement homes
- Recreation centers
- Service clubs
- Afterschool programs.
Donating to many of these organizations may be tax-deductible. Of course, there may be organizations in your area that also accept pianos in need of repair.
Can pianos be recycled?
Pianos are made of several materials, including wood, steel wire, screws, and cast iron, that can be recycled once the instrument is broken down. If you’re looking to give your piano a second chance at life, check with your local recycling centers to find out if they will accept a used piano and whether or not it will cost you money to deliver it.
How do I dismantle a piano for disposal?
If you're getting ready to get rid of your old piano, you may want to dismantle it first for easier transportation.
To dismantle a piano:
- Open the piano lid and key cover to see inside the piano
- Unscrew the piano desk, or the space where the sheet music rests, to expose the harp
- Loosen the screws on the piano key cover to remove
- Remove the lower board cover, or the wall that houses the foot pedals, to expose the lower mechanism
- Loosen the screws and remove the top lid
- Unscrew and remove the muffler felt that runs across the action, or hammers
- Remove the bracket screws to loosen and remove the action
- Pull each key straight up to remove and place aside
- Loosen the tension in every string on the harp by turning the tuning pegs counterclockwise for safety
- Loosen and remove the key bed
- Lay the piano down for stability
- Remove the side supports
- Finally, remove the piano harp
Can I have an exact quote for piano removal services?
Unfortunately, we can't set a fair price over the phone because it depends on your piano's size and the specialized equipment needed. For instance, the price between a grand piano and an old upright piano can vary greatly. That said, we can provide a ballpark piano junk removal estimate remotely and confirm the final price in person. Ready for an accurate piano hauling price? Learn more about how our pricing works and book your free, no-obligation onsite estimate here.
Is there a cancellation or rescheduling policy for piano removal appointments?
We understand that dealing with your piano removal needs can be challenging, so we try to make our cancellation and rescheduling as flexible as possible. You can change or cancel your appointment for this or other junk removal services anytime. Just call us at 1-800-468-5865 if you need to adjust details.
Can you do a piano pick-up if I'm not home?
Access to off-site piano removal and disposal depends on where you live. Some of our teams can handle the whole process without you there as long as they can access the piano easily and you can pay over the phone. However, you'll need to be at your house to oversee the junk piano removal in other areas.
Don’t just take our word for it
Real customer reviews, typos and all ;)
Markel and Will came out and were amazing! They helped get rid of some hard stuff that we had trouble moving. They were super friendly and very professional and we would love for them to come back and help again when we need to get rid of some more junk in the future.
Antonio and Kevin were great to work with! They came out on a cold snowy evening and were so professional and kind! They were quick and hauled away items from our basement and other yard items. We were calling places to compare prices and they were the most responsive and fair company!
I needed some stuff picked up late on a Friday and 1-800-GOT-JUNK was able to make it happen in less than an hour. Holly showed up and loaded the truck up in no time at all. If you need something picked up with no hassle, give them a call.
Getting rid of your old piano is not as simple as throwing it in the trash. Pianos are large and made of materials that do not break down naturally in landfills.
Here’s how you can properly get rid of your old piano:
- Determine if your broken piano is beyond repair - if it can be fixed, it may have more value being donated.
- Check to see if your local trash or junk removal service, charities, and recycling facility accepts pianos or offers piano disposal service.
- Schedule a pickup time with piano movers.
- Clear a path for the piano movers to carry the instrument through.
Moving a piano is more than a one-person job. Your best option is to hire professionals who have the tools to handle it for you.
One way to dispose of an old piano is to donate it. However, the size of your piano and the condition that it is in plays a large role in whether or not an organization will accept your donation.
There are many places that accept piano donations, including:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Schools
- Social groups
- Retirement homes
- Recreation centers
- Service clubs
- Afterschool programs.
Donating to many of these organizations may be tax-deductible. Of course, there may be organizations in your area that also accept pianos in need of repair.
Pianos are made of several materials, including wood, steel wire, screws, and cast iron, that can be recycled once the instrument is broken down. If you’re looking to give your piano a second chance at life, check with your local recycling centers to find out if they will accept a used piano and whether or not it will cost you money to deliver it.
If you're getting ready to get rid of your old piano, you may want to dismantle it first for easier transportation.
To dismantle a piano:
- Open the piano lid and key cover to see inside the piano
- Unscrew the piano desk, or the space where the sheet music rests, to expose the harp
- Loosen the screws on the piano key cover to remove
- Remove the lower board cover, or the wall that houses the foot pedals, to expose the lower mechanism
- Loosen the screws and remove the top lid
- Unscrew and remove the muffler felt that runs across the action, or hammers
- Remove the bracket screws to loosen and remove the action
- Pull each key straight up to remove and place aside
- Loosen the tension in every string on the harp by turning the tuning pegs counterclockwise for safety
- Loosen and remove the key bed
- Lay the piano down for stability
- Remove the side supports
- Finally, remove the piano harp
Unfortunately, we can't set a fair price over the phone because it depends on your piano's size and the specialized equipment needed. For instance, the price between a grand piano and an old upright piano can vary greatly. That said, we can provide a ballpark piano junk removal estimate remotely and confirm the final price in person. Ready for an accurate piano hauling price? Learn more about how our pricing works and book your free, no-obligation onsite estimate here.
We understand that dealing with your piano removal needs can be challenging, so we try to make our cancellation and rescheduling as flexible as possible. You can change or cancel your appointment for this or other junk removal services anytime. Just call us at 1-800-468-5865 if you need to adjust details.
Access to off-site piano removal and disposal depends on where you live. Some of our teams can handle the whole process without you there as long as they can access the piano easily and you can pay over the phone. However, you'll need to be at your house to oversee the junk piano removal in other areas.