How do you install a thermostat on a 1984 Caprice?

Most built-in refrigerators are designed to install proud, meaning their doors protrude roughly 2 to 4-inches from the cabinetry. A flush install matches the refrigerator doors to the cabinetry, but not every model can accept this type of installation. Decide if you want a proud or flush installation before ordering any cabinetry as planning dimensions vary between looks.

If replacing an existing unit, choosing the same brand and style usually ensures an easy transition; however, other manufacturers will have options. Understand that some cabinet modifications may be necessary to accommodate the new refrigerator. Regardless of starting with a new refrigerator or replacing an old one, a typical installation, even for an experienced technician, takes 3 to 4 hours.

Securing the refrigerator with anti-tip devices, connecting the water line, and linking the electric is time consuming. Even more time consuming is leveling the refrigerator not only with the floor, but also with the surrounding cabinetry, especially for a flush installation. Specific leveling screws are located around the refrigerator.

They are so precise that one turn on a screw equates to a sixteenth of an inch change. Expect a fee for this service, at the discretion of the installer. Some manufacturers offer an extension to the refrigerator's warranty if installed by a certified technician.

Built-in refrigerators made by Sub-Zero account for 50 percent of all American built-in sales. Because of the detailed planning that's involved for selecting a built-in refrigerator, clear communication between you, your refrigerator salesperson, and your contractors is a must.