White goods reconnection in Exeter
Professional white goods reconnection services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
White goods reconnected in your new home - washing machine, dishwasher, dryer all hooked up properly. Tested for leaks, levelled, working the same day you move in.
Get Your Appliances Working Same Day
Just moved in, removals van's unloaded, and you're staring at a washing machine in the middle of the kitchen with no idea how to connect it. You've got a week's worth of laundry and no clean clothes for work tomorrow.
I'll reconnect everything properly - washing machine, dishwasher, dryer all hooked up to water and electric. Tested for leaks, levelled so they don't vibrate, and working perfectly. You can put a wash on the same day instead of living out of laundry baskets for weeks.
💡 Pro tip: Book reconnection for moving day afternoon or the next day. Means you've got washing facilities from day one - massively helpful when you're living in chaos unpacking boxes.
Why Professional Reconnection Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Attempt |
|---|---|
| Connected properly, no leaks | Kitchen floods during first wash |
| Levelled and stable | Machine vibrates across floor |
| Tested and working | Discover problems after installer's gone |
| Waste flowing properly | Drainage backing up |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Appliance | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Washing machine | Water and waste connected, levelled, test cycle run |
| Dishwasher | Plumbed in, tested, no leaks |
| Tumble dryer | Vented models ducted properly, condensers positioned |
| Electric cooker | Connected to cooker point, tested (gas needs Gas Safe) |
📦 You're Left With
- All appliances connected and working
- No leaks anywhere
- Levelled and stable
- Can use them immediately
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single appliance reconnect | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| Multiple appliances | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| New connections needed | 1.5+ hrs | £85+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Installing new connection points costs more.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Just moved in - need appliances working ASAP
✅ Not confident DIY - don't want to risk flooding
✅ No existing connections - new place needs plumbing in
✅ Multiple appliances - get them all done in one visit
Why Choose Us for White goods reconnection in Exeter?
Connected properly, no leaks
Tested and working
Level and stable
Using appliances the day you move in
What to Expect
Step 1: Connection
Water supply and waste hoses connected to washing machine/dishwasher. Electric connections made safely. Dryers positioned and ducted if needed.
Step 2: Levelling
Appliances levelled using adjustable feet - essential for washing machines or they vibrate and walk across the floor.
Step 3: Testing
Test cycle run to check for leaks and proper operation. Not leaving until everything's working and I'm confident it won't leak.
🔧 DIY Tips
Doing it yourself? Here's what to watch for:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Adjustable spanner for hose connections
- Spirit level for levelling machine
- Towels (connections always drip a bit)
- Screwdriver for terminal connections (cookers)
📐 Reconnection process - Washing Machine
- Position machine roughly where you want it
- Connect cold supply hose to valve (right-hand typically)
- Connect hot supply if you have one (left-hand)
- Hook waste hose into standpipe (not pushed too far in)
- Turn on isolator valves
- Level machine using adjustable feet
- Run test cycle and check for leaks
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Overtightening hose connections (causes leaks)
- Waste hose pushed too far into standpipe (causes drainage issues)
- Not levelling properly (machine vibrates everywhere)
- Missing the rubber washers in hose connections
💡 Pro trick: When levelling a washing machine, use a spirit level on top AND run a spin cycle. Some floors aren't level, so a machine that looks level might still vibrate. Adjust feet until it spins smoothly without moving.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 No existing connections? If your new kitchen doesn't have washing machine connections where you want them, I can install them - fit isolators, run supply pipes, add waste connection. Takes longer than simple reconnection but gives you flexibility on positioning.
Multiple appliances? If you're reconnecting washing machine, dishwasher, and other appliances, I can do them all in one visit. More efficient than multiple trips.
Older Exeter properties - Plumbing in older houses can be quirky. Low water pressure, old pipes, awkward connection points. I've worked with it all and know how to make modern appliances work with older plumbing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What appliances can you reconnect?
Washing machines, dishwashers, tumble dryers (if they need plumbing in), electric cookers. Standard white goods that need water and electric connecting. Gas appliances need a Gas Safe engineer - I can recommend someone if needed.
What if my new place doesn't have proper connections?
If there are no water connections where you want the washing machine, I can install them - fit isolator valves, run supply pipes, add waste connection. That's a bigger job than simple reconnection but it's doable.
Will you check for leaks after connecting?
Yes, always. I'll run a test cycle on washing machines and dishwashers to make sure connections are solid and nothing's leaking. You don't want to discover a leak at 2am when the kitchen floor's flooded.
Can you level the appliances properly?
Yes, part of the service. Washing machines especially need to be level or they vibrate themselves across the kitchen. I'll adjust the feet so they're stable and won't move during spin cycles.
How soon can I use the appliances after you connect them?
Immediately. Once they're connected, tested, and I'm happy there are no leaks, you're good to go. Put a wash on the same day you move in if you want.
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