Cost of Refrigerator Installation

By ProMatcher Staff

Refrigerator Installation Cost Factors

The cost of refrigerator installation will increase or decrease based upon a number of factors. This article is intended to provide you a checklist of questions to ask yourself and your appliance service or installer. ($0=no additional cost, $=standard cost, $$=increased cost).

What type of refrigerator do I want?

$ - Top-freezer refrigerator

$ - Bottom-freezer refrigerator

$$ - Side-by-side compartments

$$ - French door refrigerator with bottom-freezer compartment

Will my new refrigerator fit where the old refrigerator once did?

$0 - New fridge fits in the same space

$$ - Some modifications need to be made to fit the new refrigerator in the kitchen

What type of finish do I want my refrigerator to have?

$ - Black or white fridge

$$ - Stainless steel fridge

$$ - Smudge-proof Stainless fridge

Do I want a built-in icemaker and/or water dispenser?

$ - When icemaker is inside of the freezer compartment

$$ - When ice and water dispenser is built-in to the door

$$ - When a new water supply line needs to installed

What size refrigerator do I need?

$ - With standard size fridge

$$ - With large capacity fridge

Do I need any specialty features or upgrades?

$$ - Hot water dispenser built-in to the door

$$ - Temperature-controlled drawers

$$ - Built-in TV screen

ASK THE CONTRACTOR

1. How long do you expect installation to take?

2. What type of refrigerator do you recommend?

3. Will the new refrigerator fit in the same space my old fridge did?

4. Is the removal and disposal of the existing refrigerator included in the cost of installation?

5. Is cleanup included in the cost estimate?

6. Is there any warranty or service package available with the appliance?

7. Does the refrigerator require any regular maintenance?

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