Freestanding White Goods Services
If you have an Integrated Appliance then please refer to the Integrated White Goods section HERE
Quick Summary
I can professionally install any Freestanding appliances all at very good prices compared to the installation services from places such as John Lewis, Currys and AO.
Full Details
The Freestanding White Goods service starts with an assessment of the setup you have which includes…
making sure the location is suitable and adheres to regulations.
note any existing damage to the area where the machine is to be installed.
Testing your electrical socket to make sure the electrical supply is safe.
If the old machine is hardwired then this will require your electrical supply to be turned off so I can disconnect the old machine and hardwire the new machine. This is all something I can do as an electrically competent person under the regulations.
Assessing existing inlet and waste pipes, including extra-long hose runs.
I then check the water isolation valve (flag valve) to make sure the water can be safely turned off at the machine supply end before pipes are disconnected and old machines uninstalled. These valves can be prone to ‘sticking’ due to a limescale build up inside them and can break and cause leaks if they are forced open. Retailers will fail the job if they find this issue ... I can fix it for you.
If there are any issues with the electrical supply or the water isolation valve then I would discuss that with you and offer any extra help that is needed at that point.
I then uninstall the old machine (if you need this service) and install the new machine.
The service concludes with me testing the new appliance and in the case of washing machines and dishwashers making sure the water comes in, the programs run and that the water then drains as well. Whilst I am running these checks I will normally talk you through the features of your new machine.
Door Reversals.
First thing to state is that not all machines have doors you can reverse. Please check your model can be done before asking me to come out. If it can be done then it is usually easier if I can lay the machine flat on its back and work from there.
I normally charge for the time to do the job depending on the complexity. A small fridge is a much easier job than a larger fridge freezer that may need adjustments of boxes and doors inside as well as the outer doors. I would normally expect this to be an hour or two.
Freestanding White Goods Services Time Guide
New Freestanding Fridge, Freezer or Tumble Dryer installation would be 15 minutes.
New Freestanding Washing Machine or Dishwasher installation would be 30 minutes.
Replacement of Water Isolation Flag valve would normally be £20. Retailers fail installations for this issue.
Hardwiring electrical connection is charged at £30.
If there is a need for extra-long inlet or waste pipes to reach longer than standard lengths I can provide the pipes & joins necessary and I will always make you aware of the extra cost of the parts before I use them.
Useful Extra Info
It is worth noting that I try to prepare for every eventuality and there may always be the potential for a leak when dealing with water and pipes. I will ask where the main stop cock is. I’m never expecting to need to use it but it is good to know just in case.
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