importing pianos - and any single items of special value.

If you are exporting a piano from Europe, consider contacting a specialist UK Piano mover, who might collect it in the course of their European routes, bring it to the UK for crating, and so dispatch it.

Notes on Price Vs Expertise

Valuable items will always be expensive to handle. why would a mover want to get involved with a potentiallly massive liability for an inconsequential reward? These undertakings require expertise and experience. This is not the time to consider price as the foremost factor in choosing a contractor. Ok, so of course price is important - but if your prospective mover is experienced and professional enough to be qualified for your special needs, then they will also know their worth.

Importing Pianos:- Steps in the Process of Organising your Private Importation

▪ It may pay to start at the end! read the notes below, but understand that the specialist who you select to perform the final delivery may have the contacts to help you organise the rest of the undertaking.

▪ Outline the details of your problem in an enquiry letter: Include the dimensions and weight of the item, and any perceived obstacles (like stairs, low arches, or narrow access roads). be sure to specify a time frame. If necessary, pay to have your enquiry letter translated . Do not take chances when dealing with the technical language within a foreign language. Ask if they can reply in your own language.

▪ Send the letter to selected appropriate movers. Recommended companies are best, but if you are not sure where to look...

▪Search (If necessary beg) for unbiased advice concerning suitable shipping companies (e.g. from local trade associations, trade schools, museums, orchestras, trade restorers etc).

▪ Again, if appropriate or necessary, pay to have the letter translated.

▪ Arrange for the initial inspection and written quotes by your selected local movers/packers

▪ Satisy yourself about the quality of the their export packing arrangements, their shipping contacts, and insurance arrangements.

▪ Understand any export/import duties which may be incurred.

▪ Develop an understanding of how different shipping options affect delivery times and costs.

▪You may need to organise a specialist mover to collect from the shipper and deliver your item in your home country:- a grand piano will require reassembly for example.

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