How to Move Your Refrigerator Effectively

Find out how to move this expensive kitchen appliance without breaking it, or getting too stressed during the move. A fridge is a heavy appliance to move, and it is something that has to be taken care of a little more carefully than a table or a chair. This is because it is electric and it is sensitive to knocks and bangs, which can commonly happen during a move. With the following steps. It is also important to think of environmental considerations. You can move your refrigerator effectively without stress or breakages: Measure Up Where It Is Going Knowing where the fridge is going is important to ensure it will fit correctly, so any necessary preparation can be done to the area it is being placed. Take a soft tape measure to measure the dimensions of the fridge, which will also help you to check it will fit in the moving van. Prepare Well Before the fridge can be moved effectively, you will need some items to help you move it properly. Firstly a friend to help you move it will be great, unless you are hiring a moving company. Straps are useful to keep the fridge closed and to keep it secured in various areas it is being moved or stored in a self-storage unit. You will also need cleaning supplies, labels and possibly some large packing wrap to help protect the fridge. You might even want additional packing if the fridge is going into a cheap self storage unit.. Clean It Out The fridge will need cleaning out thoroughly because anything left behind when the fridge goes cold will start to breed bacteria and may make the fridge smell bad. Use antibacterial cleaners and use kitchen roll to gather up any debris and extra fluid. The fridge needs to be completely dry before it goes in transit. Defrost The Freezer The freezer will need defrosting so you don't get pools of water everywhere in transit. Leave a weekend to do this, and perhaps have a week of 'eating the freezer contents' in the lead up. Remove The Loose Parts Take the lose parts of the fridge and freezer out and pack them separately. This will avoid them falling out and causing damage in transit. Place them in boxes that are labelled well, so you know where to find the box when you need it. Moving The Fridge Into Your New Home Clean the area that will be under and around the fridge before putting the fridge into place. Give the fridge a clean-out on arrival before plugging it in and leaving it for a good few hours to 'settle'. Clean the separate components you packed and dry them before placing them back in the fridge. Your Fridge Can Be Moved Effectively Your fridge is an important part of your kitchen and it isn't cheap to replace. Moving it with care and prior planning will ensure it gets to your new home in one piece, providing you with chilled food and drinks in no time!