How to Move a Clothes Dryer
Moving heavy appliances can be a daunting task for many homeowners. You need to get your clothes dryer from your old home to your new one, but the machine is big, bulky and heavy. You want to make sure you move the dryer safely, without damaging any important parts. When you finally reach your new home, you want to be able to plug it in and go, with no problems. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Duct tape
- Shrink wrap or long strip of cloth
- Moving blanket, bubble wrap or cardboard
- Appliance dolly
Instructions
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Disconnect the dryer from the utilities. For an electric dryer, you can simply unplug it. For a gas dryer, have a technician disconnect it and cap off the gas.
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Tape electrical cords or gas lines to the back of the dryer with duct table. This will keep them out of the way and safe from harm during the move.
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Clean the lint screen and wipe off the exterior of the dryer.
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Secure the dryer door. Avoid using tape, as this could leave a sticky residue on the dryer's finish. Instead, use shrink-wrap around the dryer, or tear a long strip from an old sheet, and tie it around the dryer to hold the door in place.
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Wrap a moving blanket, bubble wrap or cardboard around the dryer to prevent scratching during the move.
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Use an appliance dolly to transport the dryer to the vehicle. Fit the dolly under the dryer, and secure the dryer with the dolly straps.
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Tips & Warnings
You can store pillows or blankets inside the dryer during your move.
