18 Appliances & Equipment

Introduction

This list of selections serves as a supplement to the Construction Documents (CD’s). Some of the selections below may be difficult to find or omitted on the CD’s. Check the CD’s for consistency with this list. Clarify with your contractor which document takes precedence for any inconsistencies.

Appliances and equipment may require unique rough plumbing, electrical, heating or exhaust requirements early in the construction process. Therefore, try your best to select all of these items and review them with your contractor at the beginning of the construction phase.

Select Clothes Washer Manufacturer & Model # ___________

Select Clothes Dryer Manufacturer & Model #

Select power for Dryer: __ Electric power __ Natural gas power

The exhaust duct path from the dryer to the exterior should be known during rough framing.

Select Dishwasher Manufacturer & Model #

Select if you want a “built-in” wall oven, which is typically more expensive than a “slide-in”

__ Built-in wall oven __ Slide-in oven/range

Select Oven / Range Manufacturer & Model # ___________

Select power for range: __ Electric power __ Natural gas power

Select Range Hood Manufacturer & Model # _____

The exhaust duct path from the hood to the exterior should be known during rough framing.

Microwave Manufacturer & Model #

The exhaust duct path from microwave to the exterior should be known during rough framing.

Select Refrigerator Manufacturer & Model # _________________

Select if you want water line to the refrigerator: __ Yes __ No

Select Beverage Refrigerator Manufacturer & Model #: ________________________________

Select Freezer Manufacturer & Model #: ____________________________________________

If you intend to install a separate freezer, in addition to your refrigerator, this information is important to give to your electrician so that the total power load can be determined.

Fireplace Manufacturer & Model #

The limitations on the exhaust duct path from the fireplace to the exterior should be known during rough framing. There may be minimum and maximum vertical distances from fireplace box to the exhaust opening. Some fireplace boxes may need to be raised up a minimum distance above a wood floor. Some combustible wall finishes may be prohibited directly adjacent to the fireplace. Read the specifications for your fireplace thoroughly to be aware of these requirements.