New appliance setup in Exeter
Professional new appliance setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
New appliance unboxed, positioned, connected, and tested working. I'll level it properly, get rid of all the packaging, and walk you through the basics - ready to use without the hassle.
Take the Stress Out of New Appliances
You've just had a big box delivered and you're excited about your new washing machine or fridge-freezer. Then you look at the packaging, the polystyrene, the cryptic instruction manual, and wonder how you're getting that old appliance out and the new one in.
One wrong move and you've scratched the floor, dented a doorframe, or worse - discovered the water connection doesn't quite reach.
💡 Pro tip: Most appliance damage happens during DIY installation, not from use. A professional setup protects your investment from day one.
Why Professional Setup Matters
Here's what can go wrong with DIY appliance installation:
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ DIY Risks |
|---|---|
| Appliance levelled correctly | Vibrates, walks across floor, poor performance |
| Water connections checked for leaks | Water damage discovered hours later |
| Waste pipes secured properly | Flooding, blockages, bad smells |
| Transit bolts removed (washers) | Machine destroys itself on first spin |
| Positioned for ventilation and access | Overheating, can't get to controls |
| Packaging disposed of responsibly | Garage full of cardboard for weeks |
What I'll Set Up
🔧 Common Appliances
| Appliance Type | What's Involved | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Washing machine | Unbox, position, connect water & waste, level, remove transit bolts, test | 1-1.5 hrs |
| Dishwasher | Unbox, position, connect water & waste, level, test cycle | 1-1.5 hrs |
| Fridge-freezer | Unbox, position, level, let settle, test controls | 1 hr |
| Tumble dryer | Unbox, position, connect vent (if vented), level, test | 1 hr |
| TV & soundbar | Unbox, position, connect cables, mount (if wall-mounting), configure | 1-2 hrs |
| Built-under oven | Unbox, slide in, level (electrical connection needs an electrician) | 1 hr |
Pricing
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple appliance (fridge, microwave) | 1 hr | £60 |
| Plumbed appliance (washer, dishwasher) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Multiple appliances same visit | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Complex setup with configuration | 2 hrs | £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Buying multiple appliances? Get them all set up in one visit.
Perfect For...
✅ Heavy appliances - washing machines and fridge-freezers are beasts
✅ Plumbed appliances - washing machines, dishwashers need proper connections
✅ Elderly households - no heavy lifting or awkward manoeuvring
✅ Tight spaces - getting appliances into awkward kitchens safely
✅ First home - never installed an appliance before? No problem
✅ Tech setup - TVs, soundbars, home cinema systems configured properly
Why Choose Us for New appliance setup in Exeter?
Appliance unboxed and positioned correctly
Connected, levelled, and tested working
All packaging removed and disposed of
Settings configured how you want them
What to Expect
Step 1: Unbox and Position
I'll unbox the new appliance, remove all packaging and transit bolts (critical for washing machines), and position it where you want it.
Step 2: Connect and Level
Water and waste connections made, appliance levelled properly so it performs well and doesn't vibrate across the floor.
Step 3: Test and Tidy
Quick test to check everything works, settings configured if needed, all packaging removed and disposed of. You're left with a working appliance and no mess.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to install an appliance yourself? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Essential checks before starting
- Measure doorways and the route to where it's going
- Check water supply has an isolation valve you can turn off
- Check waste pipe is accessible and right height
- Let fridge-freezers stand upright 4+ hours after delivery (lets oil settle)
- Read the manual - seriously, some have critical installation steps
💪 Washing machine installation
- Remove ALL transit bolts (usually 4 on the back) - keep them for future moves
- Position machine, leave small gap at back for hoses
- Screw on inlet hose (tighten by hand, don't overtighten)
- Connect waste hose to standpipe or sink trap (secure it!)
- Level the machine using adjustable feet - use spirit level
- Run empty cycle to check for leaks
📐 Dishwasher installation
- Position machine under worktop
- Connect water inlet (usually via a T-piece under sink)
- Connect waste to sink trap (above the U-bend)
- Level machine and secure to worktop if possible
- Run empty cycle, check all connections
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Forgetting transit bolts on washing machines (ruins the machine)
- Over-tightening water connections (cracks fittings)
- Not levelling properly (machines walk, vibrate, perform poorly)
- Waste pipe too low (water doesn't drain properly)
- Fridge-freezers pushed flat against walls (poor ventilation, overheating)
- Not testing for leaks before walking away
🎨 Pro tricks:
- Put washing machines on rubber anti-vibration pads - seriously reduces noise
- Snake water inlet hoses in gentle curves, not tight bends
- Leave a small gap behind fridges and freezers for airflow
- Keep transit bolts - you'll need them if you ever move the machine
- Take photos of all connections before disconnecting old appliances
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📦 Packaging disposal included: I'll break down all the cardboard, bag the polystyrene, and take it all away. You don't need to worry about shoving massive boxes into your recycling bin for weeks.
Old appliance removal? That's a separate service I offer - book both together and I'll swap the old for new in one visit, removing the old appliance completely.
Plumbing modifications needed? Sometimes the water supply or waste isn't quite right for the new appliance. I'll let you know on the day and can usually sort it there and then - separate quote for any extra work.
Integrated appliances? Built-in dishwashers, integrated fridges - I can install them and fit the door panels if you've already got them. Kitchen fitting is a different skill level, but appliance installation is straightforward.
Tight Exeter terraces? I've squeezed washing machines through doorways you wouldn't think possible. If the old one came in, the new one will too - we'll work it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What appliances can you help set up?
Washing machines, dishwashers, tumble dryers, fridge-freezers, ovens, microwaves, TVs, soundbars - basically anything that arrives in a massive box and needs positioning, connecting, or configuring. If it's complicated enough that you'd rather not tackle it yourself, I'll handle it.
Do you connect washing machines and dishwashers to plumbing?
Yes - I'll connect water supply hoses, check for leaks, and connect the waste pipe. If you need new isolation valves fitted or any plumbing modifications, that's a separate job I can quote for, but basic connection is included.
What about electrical connection for ovens and hobs?
Plug-in appliances I'll connect and test. Hardwired appliances like built-in ovens need a qualified electrician - I can't do that, but I can handle everything up to that point and recommend someone if you need it.
Do you dispose of the old appliance?
That's a separate service (appliance removal), but I can do both in one visit if you book it together. Otherwise I'll help you manoeuvre the old one out of the way so the new one can go in.
Will you test everything works before you leave?
Absolutely - I'll run through the basic functions, check it's level, not leaking, working properly. You'll know it's set up correctly before I go.
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