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Why appliance dealers order refrigerators by the lot

A refrigerator is one of the highest-ticket appliances a home buys, and buying a whole shipment spreads freight and handling across many units. Samsung lots here mix mid-range and premium tiers, while Hisense lots stretch from compact to American-style. That range lets a dealer, landlord supplier or property developer pick the style that fits their projects. Dealers, landlords and renovation contractors all buy this way, and the five body styles let you sort units by price tier and customer type. Freight cost matters most with large appliances, so receiving 40 or 80 units on one shipment brings the per-unit handling cost down compared with buying singles.

Shipments listed in this category

• Samsung refrigerators in five styles: 80 factory-sealed units
• 40 new Samsung refrigerator-freezers from compact to French door
• Brand-new Hisense refrigerators, 80 unopened units, compact to American-style

Condition and arrival checks

Units are new and factory sealed, so you are not buying faulty returns. Grading is done at lot level, and cosmetic damage from freight can still occur on bulky goods, so inspect each carton when the truck arrives and note any dents or leaks on the delivery paperwork before the driver leaves. Refrigerators should stand upright for a while before power-up, so plan floor space for settling time. Keep a short list of local delivery partners ready, because most buyers of full-size refrigerators expect a two-person drop at their address. Count the units, check door seals and model labels, and photograph any carton damage before signing for the freight.

Questions about refrigerator lots

What body styles can I expect?

Five: compact, top-freezer style units, side-by-side, American-style and French door, depending on the lot listing. Premium and mid-range tiers are mixed in some lots, so it pays to separate them by model before you set prices.

Do you deliver with a liftgate?

No separate freight bill follows. Every US drop uses a liftgate. Tracking is emailed; 14-day returns apply.

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