How to Install Stacking Washer Dryers

Stackables can add extra space to your laundry room.

A stackable washer and dryer can make a huge difference, especially when you have a relatively small area for doing laundry. With today's front-loading machines, it's not uncommon that washers and dryers come with the ability to be placed side by side or stacked for added room. The nice thing about it is that many machines come with mounting brackets that are fairly easy to put on.

Things You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Mounting brackets
• A helper

Instructions

1. Hook up your washer. That means attaching the power supply along with the water lines. Leave the washer at an angle from where it will be sitting, so that there is room to reach both sides of the back of the machine.

2. With the assistance of a helper, lift the dryer up and set it on top of the washer. Don't slide it around unless you have checked to make sure there are rubber feet on the bottom--you can damage the top of your washer.

3. Attach the power supply and the vent hose to your dryer.

4. Locate the mounting points on the backs of both the washer and the dryer. Make sure that they are lined up.

5. Place your mounting brackets (2-by-3 metal clips) at the mounting points on the machine and screw them in with a phillips-head screwdriver.

6. Slide both units into place and run an empty cycle to make sure the machines are sturdy.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have questions about where the mount points are on your machines, check your owner's manual.

• If your machine didn't come with mounting bracket hardware, this can be ordered from the machine's manufacturer.

• Manufacturers do not recommend stacking machines of different brands.

• Never stack your washer on the dryer. This could significantly damage both units.