5 Tips for Installing Appliances

We’re bringing you all the expert tips you need to know for installing appliances correctly so that they function correctly and safely. 

Getting new appliances in your home is exciting, but sometimes waiting around for the big box store where you purchased them for installation is frustrating. If you opt to install the appliances yourself, we are here to fill you in on a few tips that you will find helpful during the process. 

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5 Expert Tips for Installing Appliances

1. Measure Twice — It is always a good idea to measure twice, even when you’re buying and installing your household appliances. Before making your purchases, make sure you measure the space where your machine is going. Some appliances come in “standard” sizes; even so, it’s wise to measure the area, so you know you are buying the correct size appliance. Moreover, you will want to make sure the machines you’re buying will fit through your doors, hallways, stairwells, etc.
2. Protect Your Floors — Metal wheels of refrigerators, ranges, and other appliances can wreak havoc on even the toughest flooring materials. Do yourself a favor and lay down 1/8 inch hardboard, a piece of leftover carpet, or super stiff cardboard to protect your floors when installing your appliances. 
3. Move With Your Hands — When installing your appliances, a natural inclination for do-it-yourselfers is to use your knee to push the machines into place. This is both an effective way to move appliances and dent them. Keep your surfaces smooth and scratch-free by strictly using your hands and taking off rings and other jewelry before moving anything to avoid.
4. Use Burst-Free Hoses — Your appliances may come with low-quality rubber hoses or without anything at all. Either way, it’s best to purchase “no-burst” hoses that have a braided stainless steel cover since burst washing machine hoses are one of the leading sources of water damage. Your homeowners’ insurance might even give you a discount for swapping.
5. Check for Leaks — If you are an appliance installation novice, it’s best to check your work an hour or so after you have completed the job — especially if the appliance uses water. Wipe up any spills that occurred during the installation, run a cycle (if you can), and give the appliance time to see if it will leak. If you don’t feel 100% confident about installing your appliances, call a professional to do the job.

Installing Appliances? Contact Dr. D’s Appliance Today!

Installing appliances yourself can be tricky and overwhelming. It can also be dangerous and could lead to costly mistakes if you don’t know what you’re doing. Thankfully, the professionals at Dr. D’s Appliance are here to help. Our certified technicians are experts at installing, servicing, and repairing all major and value appliance brands and have availability on our schedule. If you are experiencing problems with your household appliances or simply need help getting them installed, contact Dr. D’s Appliance Repair to get scheduled today.