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๐ŸงŠ Cost to move a heavy appliance

$135 โ€“ $190 typical local move ยท French-door / side-by-side fridge

Key facts

  • A local move of a heavy appliance typically costs $135โ€“$190 (French-door / side-by-side fridge, no stairs).
  • A long-distance move (~800 miles) is usually closer to $1,165โ€“$1,645.
  • Each flight of stairs typically adds about $30.
  • Fridges, washers, dryers and freezers need disconnection, door/track protection and careful tilting (some, like French-door fridges, must stay upright). Movers price by weight class and stairs, not distance alone.

Cost by size / type

TypeTypical weightLocal move
Chest freezer150โ€“250 lb $90โ€“$125
Standard fridge250โ€“350 lb $110โ€“$155
French-door / side-by-side fridge300โ€“400 lb $135โ€“$190
Washer & dryer pair400โ€“500 lb combined $155โ€“$215

Cost by city

Local labor rates shift the price a bit from metro to metro. Pick a city for a specific estimate:

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move a heavy appliance?

A local move typically runs $135โ€“$190, depending on size/type and stairs. Long-distance moves (roughly 800 miles) are usually more like $1,165โ€“$1,645.

What drives the price up or down?

Mainly the item's size/weight class, how many flights of stairs or how difficult the access is, and โ€” for long-distance moves โ€” the distance. Local labor rates in your city also shift the price a bit.

Can I move a heavy appliance myself?

You can for the lightest, smallest items, but most heavy appliances in the medium-to-heavy classes need specialized equipment (dollies, straps, disassembly tools) and 2+ experienced movers to avoid injury or damage.