Appliance Spec Freeze Dates: Stop Kitchen Change Orders Early
· Project Planning · 1 min read
Kitchen change orders often start with a late appliance swap. Set a spec freeze date.
Freeze before
- Final cabinet order
- Electrical/plumbing rough-in
- Countertop templating
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When should appliances be selected?
- Before final cabinet orders and rough-ins. Late swaps change openings and electrical.
- What if a model is discontinued?
- Require a written substitution process with dimension-compatible options.
- Who confirms delivery timing?
- You or the GC. Appliances arriving after cabinets create expensive idle time.