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Today, the problem with cargo transportation can be solved quickly enough and without too much hassle — turned to a trucking service, ordered the service and, in fact, that's all. But when it comes to unusual cargo, such as pianos or grand pianos, you need the help of a competent pro, with experience and from a trusted transportation service. These loads are very specific, oversized, heavy, and delicate at the same time. The slightest hesitation or extraneous vibration can lead to failure of the mechanism and loss of sound.
Piano transport is often requested during moves — apartment, country house, even office. SHARK Taxi service will help with this task — just call for a car and specialists at the rate of "Cargo Taxi".
You will often find that not all delivery services offer piano or grand piano delivery. It's not just a matter of a large burden, but also of severe transportation requirements. Pianos should not be tipped over or shaken violently, and there must be special restraints inside the truck. In addition, if there is no freight elevator, as in most old houses, it can only be moved by porters.
Usually, first, it is important to convey to the operator of our service or specify when ordering in the mobile app the size, brand (Petrof, August Forester, Geyer, Ukraine, etc.), and even the color of your tool. From this will be clearer what conditions can be created to carry the instrument (whether you can carry it through the corridors, or places of a turn). You can take out any piano or grand piano, but all obstacles will individually affect the time and cost of the service.
First, remove all removable panels, pack carefully, and ship separately. This will reduce the weight and prevent the instrument from falling or being opened during shipment. The piano itself should be wrapped in cardboard or heavy paper and then secured with plastic wrap to minimize the chance of damage. Don't forget to protect the pedals, feet, wheels, and other small parts. All should be insulated with paper and wrapped with tape or film. It is best to make small holes in the right and convenient places — so the movers can hold the instrument tightly, and their hands will not slip on the wrapped surface of the piano.
Pay special attention to the strings. They should be covered with cardboard or heavy paper, put foam rubber between the keys. We recommend doing it yourself — you know your instrument better, and you can save money by ordering additional packer services.
Pianos are extremely sensitive to changes in humidity. At home, it is important to take steps to maintain a constant humidity level both in the room where the instrument is located and in the instrument itself. Humidity and temperature are very important during transport. It is not advisable to transport a piano or grand piano in freezing temperatures, heat, or rain.
"Cure" consequences are too expensive, and the instrument is very capricious. When your piano or grand piano is "in place," ventilate the room, cover it, and leave it for a few days. Playing musical instruments on the day of shipment is strictly forbidden! Moreover, you can start tuning your piano after 7 days at the earliest.
Having made sure that you have correctly and safely packed the piano, you can safely order a cargo cab in the SHARK service — so you will transport the instrument safely and affordably, with the help of competent movers and drivers, in appropriate cargo transport. The service "Piano Transportation", as well as "Transportation of furniture, appliances, equipment, building materials, etc." is available to order in Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Kryvyi Rih, Kropivnitsky and other cities of Ukraine.
