Describe the appliance and the job
Say whether the unit is portable or built-in, already outside the cabinet or still installed. Include a photograph of the front, the floor transition and any safely visible connection area. Avoid disturbing concealed wiring or plumbing to get a picture.
Before pickup
- Empty dishes, detergent and loose accessories.
- Identify whether the unit is still installed.
- Have power, water and drain connections safely disconnected.
- Describe any flooring lip that may prevent sliding the unit out.
Agree on the boundaries
Cabinet alteration, plumbing repairs and hardwired electrical work should be handled by the appropriate professional. Stop if an appliance will not move freely; hidden fasteners and trapped hoses need assessment.
What affects the estimate?
An already disconnected machine at ground level is a different job from a unit trapped beneath a counter. Access, standing water and the need for qualified uninstallation affect the plan.
Confirm acceptance, the full scope and the pickup address before making arrangements. Explore local pickup planning for nearby communities.
Dishwasher Removal questions
Does pickup include uninstallation?
Confirm this explicitly. Collection and under-counter extraction are separate tasks, and connection work may require another professional.
What if the floor was installed after the dishwasher?
Tell the provider. A raised floor edge can reduce clearance and prevent a simple slide-out removal.
Can a portable dishwasher be included?
Describe its size and condition on the inventory and confirm acceptance before collection.