A new appliance is only useful once it's connected, level and working. Too often, the delivery crew leaves it in the box in the hallway, and the old one is still sitting in the kitchen with nowhere to go. Hooking up water lines, drains and vents yourself can mean a slow leak behind the dishwasher that you don't find until the floor is damaged.
This guide explains how our appliance installation and removal service works, what we install, what to check before you buy, and how to prepare for the visit.
What our appliance service is, and what it isn't
We remove your old appliance, install the new one and connect it to the hookups your home already has. That includes water, drain, vent and power connections. We level the appliance, test it and take the packaging and the old unit away.
We install appliances you've already bought and had delivered. We work with existing connections, so we don't install gas appliances and we don't add new plumbing or electrical lines. Gas connections must be made by a licensed gas technician.
How the service works
- You call us. Tell us which appliance you're installing, what it's replacing and where it goes.
- We give you an estimate. You'll know roughly how long the job will take and what it will cost before you book.
- We disconnect the old appliance. Water and power are shut off and the unit is safely removed.
- We set the new one in place. We protect the floor, move the appliance in and level it.
- We connect it. Water, drain, vent and power, using new hoses and fittings where needed.
- We test it. We run a cycle and check every connection for leaks.
- We haul away the old unit. Along with the boxes and packaging.
What we install
Dishwashers. Built-in dishwashers connected to the existing water, drain and power.
Washers and dryers. Side-by-side and stacked sets, including dryer vent connection.
Electric stoves and ranges. Freestanding and slide-in models, levelled and fitted with the anti-tip bracket.
Fridges. Including the water line for ice makers and water dispensers.
Over-the-range microwaves and range hoods. Replacement units mounted and connected.
Removal only. If you just need an old appliance taken away, we can do that too.
What to check before you buy
Most installation problems start at the store. A few minutes with a tape measure avoids them.
- Measure the opening. Width, height and depth, including space for hoses and the plug behind the appliance.
- Measure the route in. Doorways, hallways, stairs and tight corners between the front door and the kitchen or laundry.
- Check the connections. Find the water shut-off, the drain and the outlet. Note the plug type for stoves and dryers.
- Check which way the door opens. Many fridge and dryer doors can be reversed, but not all.
- Check what's in the box. Hoses, power cords and vent kits are often sold separately.
If you're not sure a model will fit, send us its details and a photo of the space before you order.
Why proper installation matters
- Leaks. A loose water or drain connection can drip unseen behind an appliance for months.
- Levelling. A washer that isn't level shakes and wears out early. A fridge that isn't level won't seal properly.
- Dryer venting. A crushed or poorly connected vent traps lint and is a fire risk.
- Anti-tip brackets. A stove without one can tip forward when weight is put on an open oven door.
- Warranty. Many manufacturers expect the appliance to be installed according to their instructions.
How to prepare for your visit
- Have the appliance delivered first. Leave it in its packaging until we arrive.
- Empty the old appliance. Take food out of the fridge, dishes out of the dishwasher and laundry out of the machines.
- Clear a path. From the door to where the appliance goes, and back out for the old one.
- Clear the cabinets beside it. For a dishwasher, empty the cabinet under the sink.
- Keep the parts together. Manuals, hoses, cords and brackets that came with the appliance.
Why homeowners call The Man on Call
The Man on Call is a locally owned home services company based in Newmarket, serving homeowners across the GTA. Our goal is to take a job off your list completely, not halfway.
For appliances, that means one visit covers everything: the old unit out, the new one in, connected, tested and running. We arrive when we say we will, tell you what the job will cost before we start, and protect your floors on the way in and out.
Because we also handle plumbing, carpentry and repairs, we can deal with what turns up along the way, such as a worn shut-off valve, a cabinet that needs trimming to fit or a wall that needs patching.
New appliance still in the box?
Tell us what you've bought, and we'll give you an estimate and a time that works for you. Call The Man on Call and we'll have it installed and running.
