You have chosen a new shelf, storage fitting or set of cabinet handles. Before booking the installation, it helps to picture how the item will fit into the room and what needs to be ready when the appointment begins.
Preparing for home installation in Montreal starts with the product details, a few useful measurements and a clear description of the work. Here is how to organise those details before your Dovix visit.
1. Identify the item and the complete installation request
Write down the product name, brand, model and quantity. A product link or instruction sheet is especially useful when two items look similar but use different fittings.
Describe the result you want: where the item should go, what it will be used for and whether anything already occupies that space. For shelving, mention what you intend to store on it so the product and fixing requirements can be reviewed.
Dovix’s home installation service in Montreal covers eligible household installation tasks, including shelving and hardware. Share the exact item and conditions to confirm that your request fits the current service.
If the item also needs assembly, an old fitting needs removal or you want several pieces installed, include those tasks in the initial description. This helps define the whole appointment.
2. Measure the space around the installation
Record the product dimensions and the available space as separate measurements. Include the units each time, such as centimetres or inches.
Use this checklist to prepare:
| Measurement | What to record |
|---|---|
| Available width | The space between nearby walls, furniture or other obstacles. |
| Available height | The room above and below the intended position. |
| Available depth | How far the item can project into the room or walkway. |
| Opening clearance | The space needed for nearby doors and drawers to open. |
| Existing fixing spacing | For replacement handles or similar hardware, the distance between existing fixing points, if accessible. |
For an item intended to fit inside a recess, check the width at more than one height and note any differences. Include baseboards, trim or other features that reduce the usable space.
Treat your measurements as planning information. The final fit, position and any product-specific clearances still need to be checked before installation.
3. Check the parts and delivery before choosing a date
Confirm that the item will be available for the appointment. If delivery is still uncertain, resolve that timing before committing to an installation date.
Check the contents against the manufacturer’s parts list. Keep brackets, handles, screws and other supplied pieces together with the instructions. Note missing components or visible damage before the visit.
For a replacement part, share the model and existing fitting details before buying it. Similar appearance does not establish compatibility.
Ask which materials you need to provide and which, if any, are included in the selected service. Wall fixings may need to be chosen for the actual installation conditions; the hardware in a box should be reviewed alongside the product instructions and the surface involved.
4. Show the installation area clearly
Photograph the intended location before moving everything out of view. The surrounding furniture and any existing fitting help explain what the work involves.
Dovix’s booking form currently requires at least one job photo and accepts up to four. Useful photos for an installation request are:
- The whole area: show the planned position and nearby obstacles.
- The product: include a readable model label or the packaging details.
- The fixing area: show the wall, cabinet or other surface where the item will attach.
- Any existing fitting or complication: show what needs removal, visible damage or restricted access.
If you know the wall or surface material, include it in your description. If you are unsure, mention that. Photos support preparation; they cannot establish every condition behind a finished surface.
5. Prepare access and confirm additional tasks
Clear a working area around the installation location and a practical route from the entrance. Explain any stairs, elevator arrangements or access restrictions when booking. Let Dovix know if the item is bulky or difficult to move.
Keep the product and its parts accessible. If moving furniture or carrying the item is part of the help you need, include that in the request beforehand.
Also confirm whether the work includes removing an old fitting, dealing with old fixing holes or taking away packaging. These details can affect the materials and time needed. Describe any work involving electrical connections, plumbing or structural changes separately so the appropriate service can be confirmed.
6. Review the scope and book your installation
Check that your request includes the item, quantity, intended position, measurements and any preparation or removal work. Choose a published fixed-price mission when its description matches the complete task, or discuss hourly service for a mixed installation list.
A clear booking message could look like this:
I would like a shelving kit installed in the hallway. The product link, dimensions and photos are attached. The kit has arrived, and I have the instructions and supplied parts. There is an old shelf in the same position that I would also like removed. Please confirm the suitable service and whether any additional materials are needed.
Enter your contact information and service address in the booking form’s dedicated fields. Once the item and work area are ready, book your Dovix home installation appointment.