Some tips for preparing your appliances for shipping:

Shipping a Refrigerator

Make sure your fridge is completely empty and clean before shipping. Defrost your refrigerator by unplugging it at least 24 hours before you ship it. To make sure it arrives smelling fresh, put an open box of baking soda inside your clean fridge before shipping.

Ask your shipping company whether you should remove and pack shelving and drawers separately. If they suggest you pack shelving and drawers separately, make sure to carefully package these items and label the box with your name and destination.

Shipping a stove

Give your stove a thorough cleaning before you ship it. Again, ask your shipping company whether your should package racks, knobs, or other removable pieces separately.

Remember to be very careful when disconnecting a gas stove. The gas should be completely turned off (you can ask your gas company for advice). Take extra care with gas connections, since these pieces are fragile.

Shipping a dishwasher

You can clean your dishwasher for shipping by running it on empty with hot water and some detergent. Your shipping company should let you know whether to package racks separately. Before you ship your dishwasher, tape the door shut to avoid an accident.

Shipping a washer and dryer

Consult your owner’s manual to disconnect your washer and dryer. Carefully package all hoses separately, and secure the drum of the washer. Be sure to tape all doors shut before shipping your washer and dryer.