An incorrect install can void a warranty or be a safety hazard. Before you schedule delivery or attempt a DIY, run through these checks so the installation is smooth, safe, and covered by warranty.
Pre-purchase checklist
Take measurements and confirm capacity before the appliance arrives; surprises at delivery add cost and delay.
- Measure appliance clearances, door swing, and ventilation needs.
- Confirm power/circuit capacity — high-draw appliances may need dedicated circuits.
- Verify gas connections and venting requirements; only licensed professionals should handle final gas connections.
At delivery and during install
When the installers arrive, treat the visit as part of your warranty record: note model and serial numbers, and ask for a signed install checklist.
- Keep model and serial numbers on file and attach receipts to the appliance records.
- Follow manufacturer installation instructions exactly; ask the installer to confirm completion against the checklist.
- Run a functional test with the installer present to confirm proper operation.
Warranty-safe best practice
Documentation is your protection. Photos, a signed checklist, and receipts make warranty claims smoother and prove a professional install when required.
- Document the install (photos, signed checklist) — most manufacturers accept professional-install proof.
- If a warranty requires professional install, use licensed vendors and keep receipts in a central file.
If you’d like a warranty-safe, code-compliant install with all documentation handled for you, we can schedule and complete the work and leave you with a one-page install record for your files. Before the installer leaves, ask them to show the circuit label (if applicable), demonstrate the appliance functions, and provide a receipt that lists the model/serial numbers.
Here is a suggested resource for you to check out:
- Consumer Product Safety Commission — https://www.cpsc.gov/ (appliance safety basics) and refer to your appliance manufacturer’s installation manual for model‑specific requirements.