Buying a new appliance is an exciting process, especially when you are replacing appliances that have been around for close to a decade or more. New appliances mean increased energy efficiency and an improved appearance and performance for your home. But when you plan to have the appliance delivered and installed, it is important to make sure this part of the purchase goes smoothly. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your new appliance delivery into your home.

Check Out Your New Appliance

When your new appliance gets delivered into your home, it is your responsibility to make sure the appliance is the right model and style and that it contains no damage. For example, you want to make sure it is a gas-powered stove if you have ordered one. If the stove is an electric model, refuse the delivery and make sure it can be replaced with the correct model.

Ask the delivery service to remove the appliance from the box so you can inspect it, and ask them to take the packaging with them for disposal. The removal process can often be a difficult and heavy task, and your appliance delivery and installation professional will have the right tools and equipment to handle this easily and not put you at risk of injury. For example, an average-sized stove can weigh well over 100 pounds, which can easily fall on a toe or smash your arm against another surface if you are trying to maneuver it yourself. 

Take some time looking over the appliance to check for any physical defects to it. Also, make sure the appliance works properly once your delivery service installs it into your home. Turn on the stove and run it to be sure it heats properly, for example, and check the lights and settings.

Be On the Lookout For Water Leaks

Another important aspect of your appliance delivery is to watch for any potential water leaks if it is a model that uses water. For example, a dishwasher or a new fridge with a water and ice setting will each be connected to your home's water. A water leak from the underside of your appliance can cause a great deal of damage to the floor and any space below your kitchen.

Ask the installation company if they can provide leak protection for the underside of your appliance, such as a leak protection mat or rubber appliance tray. The first few days after the appliance is delivered is when you should be on the lookout for any leaks. If the appliance does leak, make sure the installation service will cover replacement or repair of the appliance. Contact an appliance delivery company for more infomration. 

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