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GOHN's
PIANO MOVING & STORAGE
CLIMATE-CONTROLLED STORAGE
Climate-Controlled Storage
Your piano deserves a home between homes. Our purpose-built storage vaults maintain a constant 68–72°F and 30–40% humidity — the exact conditions recommended by piano manufacturers. Flexible terms, 24/7 monitoring, and seamless integration with our moving services.
Why Climate-Controlled Storage Matters for Pianos
A piano is a precision instrument constructed from wood, felt, metal, leather, and adhesive — all of which are acutely sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations. Storing a piano in a standard self-storage unit, a garage, or an unfinished basement exposes it to conditions that can warp the soundboard, loosen tuning pins, crack the bridge, split the finish, swell or shrink action parts, and degrade hammer felts. These types of damage are often irreversible and expensive to repair. Climate-controlled piano storage isn't a luxury — it's a necessity for preserving the playability, tone, and value of your instrument.
Our Storage Facility Specifications
Our state-of-the-art storage facilities maintain a constant temperature between 68°F and 72°F and relative humidity between 30% and 40% — the exact conditions recommended by Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, and every other major piano manufacturer. Each instrument is stored on a padded surface in a clean, secure environment with 24/7 electronic monitoring, fire suppression systems, and restricted keycard access. Our facilities are purpose-built for piano storage, not retrofitted general warehouses. That means consistent climate zones throughout the building with no hot spots, cold pockets, or humidity gradients near exterior walls.
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Short-Term & Long-Term Storage Options
Whether you need to store your piano for a week during a home renovation, a few months during a cross-country relocation, or a year or more while you're living overseas, our flexible storage terms accommodate any timeline. There are no long-term contracts, no minimum commitments, and no penalties for early pickup. Your piano can be retrieved or delivered with as little as one week's notice. Billing is monthly, transparent, and predictable — the rate you're quoted is the rate you pay, with no hidden fees for handling, insurance, or environmental surcharges.
Integrated Moving & Storage — One Seamless Service
Many of our clients combine piano moving and storage into a single, seamless engagement. We pick up your piano from its current location, transport it to our climate-controlled facility, store it for the duration you need, and deliver it to your new home or venue when you're ready — all handled by the same team that knows your instrument. There's no handoff between companies, no re-wrapping or re-loading, and no communication gaps. This integrated approach reduces handling, minimizes risk, and gives you a single point of contact for the entire process from start to finish.
Protecting Your Investment
For many families, a piano is one of the most valuable items in the home — both financially and sentimentally. A quality grand piano can represent a five- or six-figure investment, and even a well-maintained upright holds significant value. Proper climate-controlled storage protects that investment by preventing the environmental damage that leads to costly repairs, devaluation, or — in the worst cases — an instrument that can no longer be restored to playable condition. Think of our storage service as insurance for the long-term health of your piano.