Commercial Oven and Combi Oven Shipping
Ovens look sturdy, but doors, glass, controls, and steam components are easy to damage when a unit is handled like plain freight. Combi ovens add water lines and drains to the list. We ship commercial and combi ovens skidded and strapped, with the parts that break easiest protected first.
Disconnect and prep
Gas and electric disconnects should be done by a licensed technician, with gas lines capped. For combi ovens, shut off and drain the water supply, drain the steam generator and cooking cabinet, and let the unit cool and dry. Remove racks, trays, and loose accessories and pack them separately so they cannot rattle against the glass.
Crating and palletizing
Most ovens ship best on a skid, upright, strapped down, and blanket-wrapped. Doors are secured closed, glass and control panels get corner and face protection, and stacked ovens are separated before shipping. Higher-value or export units get a custom crate.
Liftgate and inside delivery
A loaded oven can exceed what a standard liftgate is rated to carry, so weight decides whether the job needs a dock, a liftgate, or a forklift. Send the model and dimensions. We also check door widths, turns, and steps so the unit actually reaches its spot, and we can set it in place on the line.
Insurance
Our providers carry cargo insurance, and a certificate of insurance is available when your building or seller requires one. Tell us the replacement value up front, especially for combi ovens, which are expensive to replace.
Domestic and international
Ovens ship nationwide on standard freight. Going overseas, check electrical voltage and whether a gas unit can be converted for the local supply. We crate for export and our licensed customs broker handles the clearance paperwork.
What to tell us before pickup
Ovens range from a single countertop unit to a stacked double deck weighing several hundred pounds. Tell us the model, whether units are stacked, and whether legs, casters, or a stand come with them. A stacked pair should be separated before it travels, and we plan the crew and equipment for that.
- Make and model, and whether the oven is gas, electric, or steam-assisted
- Whether units are stacked and how they are attached
- Any broken glass, loose doors, or damaged controls you already know about
- Clearance of doors and hallways at both ends
Frequently asked questions
- Do combi ovens need to be drained before shipping?
- Yes. Water left in the steam system can leak or damage components in transit, so drain and dry the unit before pickup.
- Can you move a double-stacked oven?
- Stacked ovens are normally separated, moved individually, and restacked at the destination by your installers.
- Do you hook the oven up at the new site?
- We place it where the kitchen plan calls for it. Licensed installers make the gas, electric, and water connections.
Related shipping guides
Damage on delivery? Read how shipping claims work, or see international shipping and customs for overseas moves.
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