Fridge Removalists Gray - Refrigerator Movers From $130/hr
A fridge looks like a simple thing to move until you know what is inside it. The compressor at the base sits in a bath of oil, and when the fridge is tipped or laid flat, that oil creeps up into the cooling lines. Switch it on before the oil has drained back and the compressor can burn out, which turns a moving job into the cost of a new fridge. That is why our fridge movers in Gray keep your unit upright the whole way and tell you exactly how long to let it stand before you plug it back in.
Most French door fridges weigh between 120 and 160 kilos, and in Gray it usually comes straight out at ground level. The homes here are single-storey and built on a concrete slab, so the front door sits at ground level and the driveway comes right up to the house. The tight spot is the original doorway and the turn into an older kitchen, rather than any stairs. Second fridges and chest freezers in the carport are common here. Humidity perishes door seals faster up here, so check the seal before moving day rather than after. We also cover Woodroffe, Moulden, Driver, Durack, Bakewell and Palmerston.
Our fridge removalists in Gray move every kind of refrigerator, from a small bar fridge to a wide French-door or American-style model, and the commercial display fridges and cool rooms in local cafes and restaurants. In the Top End a working fridge is not optional, so we plan the move to get yours upright, transported and back on as soon as it safely can be, rather than leaving your food at risk in the heat.
With more than 8 years moving fridges and appliances, Moving Champs handles the disconnect, the wrap, the doorway and the drive without denting the unit or marking your walls. Whether it is a single fridge or part of a full refrigerator moving job, call 0468 001 438. Moving more than the fridge? Our house removalists cover the whole home, and our furniture removalists take care of the rest.
How Much Does Fridge Moving Cost In Gray?
Fridge moves in Gray start at $130 per hour with our small truck, which suits most single-fridge jobs. This is a starting price, and the final cost may vary with the number of movers, the access, and the distance. Here is what shapes the cost:
- Number of Movers: One or two movers depending on the fridge size and the access.
- Access: Stairs, tight doorways, and how far we carry it from the door to the truck.
- Fridge Size: A bar or top-mount fridge is quicker to move than a large French-door or double-door model.
- Distance: A local Gray move costs less than an interstate trip, which is priced by the cubic metre, from $150 per cubic metre.
You get a clear price up front with no hidden fees. Call 0468 001 438 or request a free quote for an exact figure on your Gray fridge move.
What Does Our Fridge Moving Service In Gray Include?
Moving a fridge is more than lifting it onto a truck. Our fridge movers in Gray handle the whole job so the unit arrives upright, clean and ready to run.
Here is what our fridge moving service in Gray covers:
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Quality Packing Supplies
We arrive with the packing supplies a fridge move needs, including tape, moving blankets and stretch wrap, so the body and doors are protected and nothing rubs or dents in transit.
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Door Removal Where Needed
A wide French-door or American fridge often will not clear a standard doorway. Our fridge removalists remove the doors to fit it through, then refit them at the other end, rather than forcing the unit and marking the frame.
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Upright Transport On A Tail Lift
We keep your fridge upright the whole way, carried on trolleys and loaded on a hydraulic tail lift rather than dragged up a ramp. Upright transport protects the compressor and keeps the settle time short at the new place.
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Transport And Set Down
Moving Champs is a licensed and registered moving company (ABN 98 683 754 001), trading since 2018. We move your fridge across town or interstate, then set it back in place at the new home. We do not provide goods-in-transit insurance ourselves, so if you would like extra cover we recommend you arrange your own transit insurance through a third-party provider before moving day.
Call us on 0468 001 438 for a smooth fridge move. We will put together a fridge moving package that fits your budget and timing.
How Do Our Fridge Movers In Gray Work?
There is a right order to moving a fridge, and our fridge removalists in Gray follow it every time. We work to the time slot we agree with you and take care to relocate your fridge safely, upright and clean.
Here are the steps our fridge removalists in Gray follow:
Disconnect The Fridge
We unplug the fridge, roll up the power cable and tape it in place so it stays put during the move. Simple, but it stops a trailing cord becoming a trip hazard on a stair carry.
Empty The Fridge
We clear out the food, bottles and loose items so the fridge is lighter and ready to move, and nothing spills or rolls around inside on the drive.
Take Out The Shelves
Our fridge removalists take out the shelves, trays and drawers and pack them separately, so the loose glass and plastic does not rattle or crack in transit.
Defrost The Freezer
We recommend defrosting the fridge and freezer at least 24 hours before the move and letting it dry, so there is no water or ice to leak inside the truck.
Secure The Doors
We tape or strap the doors closed with moving straps so they cannot swing open on the carry or in the truck, then remove the doors entirely if the fridge is too wide for the doorway.
Pack, Load And Transport Upright
We wrap the fridge, load it upright on the tail lift, and strap it in the truck so it stays vertical and cushioned the whole way to your new place.
What Types Of Fridges Do We Move In Gray?
We move every kind of fridge and freezer in Gray, from a small bar fridge to a large American-style double-door. Here is what our fridge movers handle:
- Top freezer and bottom freezer refrigerators.
- French door and side-by-side fridges.
- Double-door and multi-door models.
- Bar fridges and under-bench fridges, plus mini fridges.
- American-style fridges (wide and heavy, and often need the doors removed to fit through).
- Chest and upright freezers.
- Commercial fridges and display cabinets, plus walk-in food coolers and refrigerated cabinets.
From a compact bar fridge to a heavy commercial unit, our fridge moving service in Gray covers them all. Not sure your fridge will fit through the doorway? Tell us the make and model, and we will plan the right crew and gear. Call 0468 001 438.
Fridge Weights, Sizes And Doorway Clearance In Gray
Before we quote your Gray fridge move, it helps to know how heavy your fridge is and whether it will clear your doorways. Use the reference below as a starting point. Actual weights and widths vary by brand and model, so tell us the make and model when you book and we will confirm the crew and gear.
| Fridge type |
Typical weight |
Typical width |
Min. doorway to clear |
| Bar / mini fridge | 20–30 kg | 45–55 cm | 60 cm |
| Top-mount (400–470 L) | 60–75 kg | 60–70 cm | 75 cm |
| Bottom-mount (450–500 L) | 75–95 kg | 68–75 cm | 80 cm |
| French door (600–700 L) | 110–160 kg | 80–91 cm | 85 cm (doors often removed) |
| Side-by-side / American | 120–180 kg | 85–95 cm | 90 cm (doors removed) |
| Chest freezer (200–500 L) | 40–70 kg | 75–160 cm | 80 cm |
As a rule, we send one mover for a fridge under about 80 kg and two movers above that, so nobody strains and your fridge is not dropped on a stair carry. Every truck has a hydraulic tail lift, so heavy French-door and commercial units load on and off without being forced up a ramp.
How long to wait before switching your fridge back on
A fridge needs to settle after a move so the compressor oil returns before it runs. How long depends on how it travelled:
| How the fridge travelled |
Wait before switching on |
| Upright the whole way | 2–4 hours |
| Tilted or on its side briefly | At least as long as it was on its side |
| Laid flat during transport | 24 hours (safest) |
Our fridge movers keep your fridge upright wherever possible, which keeps this wait short. Call 0468 001 438 for advice on your fridge move.
How To Get Your Fridge Ready For Moving Day In Gray?
A little prep saves time and protects your fridge. Here is what to do before our movers arrive in Gray:
- 24 to 48 Hours Before: Defrost the freezer completely and leave the door open so it dries out.
- The Day Before: Empty all the food, take out the shelves, trays and drawers and pack them separately, then wipe the inside clean.
- The Morning of the Move: Check the inside is fully dry, tape the doors shut, and coil and tie the power cable.
- At Your New Place: Stand the fridge upright for at least 2 to 4 hours before you plug it back in, so the refrigerant settles. If it had to travel on its side, leave it longer.
Short on time? Tell us when you book and we will help you plan it. Call 0468 001 438 to arrange your Gray fridge move.
Commercial And Restaurant Fridge Moving In Gray
We do more than home fridges. Our Gray movers relocate commercial refrigeration for cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, including upright display fridges, glass-door drink fridges and refrigerated cabinets, plus dismantled walk-in cool room panels. These units are heavier and often need extra crew and the right trolleys to move without damage. A licensed technician, which you arrange, should disconnect and reconnect any hard-wired, gas or plumbed refrigeration before and after the move. Tell us the type and size when you book, and we will bring the right crew and gear. Call 0468 001 438 for a quote on your commercial fridge move in Gray.
Note: Moving Champs does not provide transit insurance. We recommend arranging your own insurance coverage for added peace of mind during your move.
Quality Packing Supplies
Door Removal Where Needed
Upright Transport On A Tail Lift
Transport And Set Down
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