How much does piano removal cost?
Piano removal costs a median $300 in the US; the middle half of companies charge $249–$320. It costs most in Seattle, WA ($352) and Chicago, IL ($320) and least in Dallas, TX ($200) and San Diego, CA ($250). Based on 94 junk removal companies' own published prices, checked November 4, 2026.
- Median
- $300
- Middle 50%
- $249–$320
- Companies
- 94
- Metro areas
- 45
US piano removal prices
One price per company (its lowest published price for the item).
| Item | Median | Middle 50% | Lowest–highest | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piano | $300 | $249–$320 | $100–$1,500 | 94 |
Piano prices by metro area
Metro areas where at least 3 companies publish this price.
| Metro area | Median | Range | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $300 | $200–$485 | 14 |
| Dallas, TX | $200 | $200–$350 | 8 |
| Chicago, IL | $320 | $320–$320 | 4 |
| Seattle, WA | $352 | $199–$375 | 4 |
| Houston, TX | $250 | $200–$299 | 3 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $300 | $300–$300 | 3 |
| San Diego, CA | $250 | $199–$400 | 3 |
| Denver, CO | $300 | $250–$349 | 3 |
| Austin, TX | $300 | $100–$350 | 3 |
What changes the price
- Weight: upright pianos weigh several hundred pounds and grand pianos more, so they take more crew and equipment.
- Stairs, tight turns and long carries add time; some pianos are taken apart on site.
- Whether it can be donated or sold, or has to be broken down and landfilled.
How to save
- Ask piano dealers, schools and churches whether they want it before paying to remove it.
- Listing a free piano for pickup often works if the instrument is playable.
- Donate what still works: Habitat for Humanity ReStores and local charities take furniture and appliances in good condition, and some pick up for free.
- Check your city's bulk-trash pickup before paying a hauler; many cities collect large items a few times a year at no extra charge.
Bulk pickup rules we've collected (each with its source):
Piano removal cost: questions
How much does piano removal cost?
Piano removal costs a median $300 in the US; the middle half of companies charge $249–$320. It costs most in Seattle, WA ($352) and Chicago, IL ($320) and least in Dallas, TX ($200) and San Diego, CA ($250). Based on 94 junk removal companies' own published prices, checked November 4, 2026.
Where does removing a piano cost the most?
Among metro areas where at least 3 companies publish this price, the highest medians are Seattle ($352), Chicago ($320), New York ($300); the lowest are Dallas ($200), San Diego ($250), Houston ($250).
What changes the price of removing a piano?
Weight: upright pianos weigh several hundred pounds and grand pianos more, so they take more crew and equipment. Stairs, tight turns and long carries add time; some pianos are taken apart on site. Whether it can be donated or sold, or has to be broken down and landfilled.
How can I pay less?
Ask piano dealers, schools and churches whether they want it before paying to remove it. Listing a free piano for pickup often works if the instrument is playable. Compare two or three companies' published prices or quotes before booking.
Are these prices exact?
They are what companies publish on their own websites (median of 94 companies). "From" prices are starting prices, and the final price depends on the job, so ask the company to confirm.
How to cite: “Piano removal cost (Compare Junk Removal Price Index, Nov 2026).” Compare Junk Removal, data as of . https://comparejunkremoval.com/cost/piano-removal
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