How much does a washing machine weigh?

Standard top-load washers weigh 125–175 lbs. Front-load washers weigh 150–220 lbs (the concrete counterweight makes them heavier). Stacked washer/dryer combos weigh 250–350 lbs total. Always check the shipping weight, which includes the drum-locking shipping bolts.

Can delivery drivers carry a washer up stairs?

Some delivery services include stair delivery for an extra fee ($50–$150 per flight). Others refuse stairs entirely. Check with the retailer before ordering. For DIY delivery, rent a stair-climbing dolly ($30–$60/day) — they handle up to 300 lbs and make step-by-step climbing manageable.

Will a stacked washer/dryer fit up stairs?

Stacked (unitized) washer/dryer combos are 27" wide × 30–34" deep × 73–77" tall — the height is the main concern. At 73–77" tall on a dolly (+6–8"), total height is 79–85", which may not clear the ceiling at stairway overhangs (typically 80"). Move them separated if possible; stack after reaching the destination.

Should I reinstall shipping bolts for stair transport?

Yes — shipping bolts lock the washer drum in place. Without them, the drum swings on each stair step and can crack the outer tub or damage the suspension springs. If you don't have the original bolts, buy universal transit bolts ($10–$15) or stuff towels tightly around the drum.

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The spaceStandard residential staircase: 36" wide, 80" ceiling clearance, 36" landing depth minimum

What decides itWasher width vs. stair width, and washer height on dolly vs. ceiling clearance at overhangs

What to measureStandard washer: 27" W × 28–34" D × 36–43" H (150–200 lbs). On dolly: +6–8" height

Real openings run about 1 to 2 inches under the labeled size, and a single inch can flip the result. Check your own measurements before you buy or move.

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“Wish I'd used this before trying to force a fridge up the stairs.” — Lesson learned

Measure smart

What to measure.

Four numbers decide nearly every fit check. Get these right and the rest follows.

01Drum weight and transit bolt status — a washer drum weighs 150–200 lbs and MUST have transit bolts reinstalled before carrying, or the drum swings on each step and cracks the outer tub
02Washer width (27–28 inches) vs. stair clear width at the banister bracket — front-load doors add 2–3 inches of depth that catch on railings if not removed
03Hose and power cord disconnect — cap water supply lines and tape the drain hose to the back of the unit to prevent snags and water drips on the staircase
04Pedestal removal — a washer on a storage pedestal gains 12–15 inches of height; removing the pedestal before the carry eliminates the tallest constraint

Don't make these

Common mistakes.

Most “it didn't fit” stories trace back to one of these oversights.

⚠Carrying without transit bolts installed — the unrestrained drum swings freely on each stair step, cracking the outer tub or snapping suspension springs ($200–$400 repair)
⚠Leaving the pedestal attached — the extra 12–15 inches of height pushes the washer-on-dolly total past 56 inches, which won't clear low ceiling overhangs at the stair base
⚠Not disconnecting and capping water hoses — a loose drain hose drips residual water on every step, creating a slip hazard on the incline
⚠Attempting a hand-carry without a dolly — at 150–200 lbs with the weight concentrated in the drum, a washer's center of gravity shifts unpredictably on each step

Frequently asked

Questions we keep getting.

How much does a washing machine weigh?
Standard top-load washers weigh 125–175 lbs. Front-load washers weigh 150–220 lbs (the concrete counterweight makes them heavier). Stacked washer/dryer combos weigh 250–350 lbs total. Always check the shipping weight, which includes the drum-locking shipping bolts.
01
Can delivery drivers carry a washer up stairs?
Some delivery services include stair delivery for an extra fee ($50–$150 per flight). Others refuse stairs entirely. Check with the retailer before ordering. For DIY delivery, rent a stair-climbing dolly ($30–$60/day) — they handle up to 300 lbs and make step-by-step climbing manageable.
02
Will a stacked washer/dryer fit up stairs?
Stacked (unitized) washer/dryer combos are 27" wide × 30–34" deep × 73–77" tall — the height is the main concern. At 73–77" tall on a dolly (+6–8"), total height is 79–85", which may not clear the ceiling at stairway overhangs (typically 80"). Move them separated if possible; stack after reaching the destination.
03
Should I reinstall shipping bolts for stair transport?
Yes — shipping bolts lock the washer drum in place. Without them, the drum swings on each stair step and can crack the outer tub or damage the suspension springs. If you don't have the original bolts, buy universal transit bolts ($10–$15) or stuff towels tightly around the drum.
04

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Home / Staircase Navigation

Will a Washer Fit Up the Stairs?

Enter your washer dimensions and staircase measurements to plan the delivery — weight, dolly clearance, and landing turns included.

Trusted across thousands of fit checks · updated daily

400 questions answered

Room Preview·Visual Results·Simulations

Fit summaryFIG. FIT

Whether it fits comes down to the measurements most people skip.

Embed this diagram

The spaceStandard residential staircase: 36" wide, 80" ceiling clearance, 36" landing depth minimum

What decides itWasher width vs. stair width, and washer height on dolly vs. ceiling clearance at overhangs

What to measureStandard washer: 27" W × 28–34" D × 36–43" H (150–200 lbs). On dolly: +6–8" height

Real openings run about 1 to 2 inches under the labeled size, and a single inch can flip the result. Check your own measurements before you buy or move.

ReferenceAppliance Dimensions Stair Guide Stair Guide Furniture Dimensions

About 10 seconds · no signup

Verdicts compare all six item orientations against the space using verified building standards. See our methodology

10,000+ fit checks run·Last check: a few minutes ago

“Wish I'd used this before trying to force a fridge up the stairs.” — Lesson learned

Measure smart

What to measure.

Four numbers decide nearly every fit check. Get these right and the rest follows.

01Drum weight and transit bolt status — a washer drum weighs 150–200 lbs and MUST have transit bolts reinstalled before carrying, or the drum swings on each step and cracks the outer tub
02Washer width (27–28 inches) vs. stair clear width at the banister bracket — front-load doors add 2–3 inches of depth that catch on railings if not removed
03Hose and power cord disconnect — cap water supply lines and tape the drain hose to the back of the unit to prevent snags and water drips on the staircase
04Pedestal removal — a washer on a storage pedestal gains 12–15 inches of height; removing the pedestal before the carry eliminates the tallest constraint

Don't make these

Common mistakes.

Most “it didn't fit” stories trace back to one of these oversights.

⚠Carrying without transit bolts installed — the unrestrained drum swings freely on each stair step, cracking the outer tub or snapping suspension springs ($200–$400 repair)
⚠Leaving the pedestal attached — the extra 12–15 inches of height pushes the washer-on-dolly total past 56 inches, which won't clear low ceiling overhangs at the stair base
⚠Not disconnecting and capping water hoses — a loose drain hose drips residual water on every step, creating a slip hazard on the incline
⚠Attempting a hand-carry without a dolly — at 150–200 lbs with the weight concentrated in the drum, a washer's center of gravity shifts unpredictably on each step

Frequently asked

Questions we keep getting.

How much does a washing machine weigh?
Standard top-load washers weigh 125–175 lbs. Front-load washers weigh 150–220 lbs (the concrete counterweight makes them heavier). Stacked washer/dryer combos weigh 250–350 lbs total. Always check the shipping weight, which includes the drum-locking shipping bolts.
01
Can delivery drivers carry a washer up stairs?
Some delivery services include stair delivery for an extra fee ($50–$150 per flight). Others refuse stairs entirely. Check with the retailer before ordering. For DIY delivery, rent a stair-climbing dolly ($30–$60/day) — they handle up to 300 lbs and make step-by-step climbing manageable.
02
Will a stacked washer/dryer fit up stairs?
Stacked (unitized) washer/dryer combos are 27" wide × 30–34" deep × 73–77" tall — the height is the main concern. At 73–77" tall on a dolly (+6–8"), total height is 79–85", which may not clear the ceiling at stairway overhangs (typically 80"). Move them separated if possible; stack after reaching the destination.
03
Should I reinstall shipping bolts for stair transport?
Yes — shipping bolts lock the washer drum in place. Without them, the drum swings on each stair step and can crack the outer tub or damage the suspension springs. If you don't have the original bolts, buy universal transit bolts ($10–$15) or stuff towels tightly around the drum.
04

Related guides

Related item guides & reading.

Related fit checks.

All stairs fit checks →

Unlock stair simulation, AR visualization, and more.

Will it fit? Know before you buy.

Open the calculator and check any item against any space.

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