Social fact is a theory created by sociologist Emile Durkheim to describe how values, culture, and norms control the actions and beliefs of individuals and society as a whole. Durkheim and Social Fact. In his book The Rules of Sociological Method, Durkheim outlined social fact, and the book became one of the foundation texts of sociology.
1 Long distance piano moves can cost from $700 to $2,000, depending on beginning and end locations. 2  To get an exact quote for your move, highly consider using free quote services such as HomeAdvisor.com. 3  These services can contact contractors for you and deliver the quotes within minutes. Piano moving involving stairs can cost an additional $2 to $12 per step. 2  Some companies charge $50 to $60 per month for pianos kept in a climate-controlled storage. 3  Placing time restraints on movers usually necessitates added costs.
A piano bench may be included, or might add $50-$500; some grand-piano benches can be $2,000 or more. 1  If you've narrowed your search to a specific used piano, having it evaluated by a qualified piano tuner-technician costs about $70-$150. 2  Don't buy a piano that won't stay tuned; restoring it can cost $5,000-$10,000. A piano should be tuned a minimum of once a year; twice a year is better. Tuning a piano takes about two hours and costs $75-$125. Most pianos need action regulation (leveling the keyboard, filing the hammers and more) every 5-10 years, at a cost of $1,000-$3,000. Check if delivery is included. Plus, owning a piano can increase your moving expenses if you hire a professional piano mover.