White Glove Delivery: The Full-Service Sauna Delivery Option
White glove delivery is the premium tier of freight delivery. Instead of dropping crates at your curb and driving away, a trained delivery crew brings everything inside (or to your backyard installation site), unpacks all the crates, removes the packaging debris, and sometimes even helps with basic setup. It's the "we handle everything" option.
What's Typically Included
- Inside or backyard placement: The crew brings all crates and components to the room or location of your choice
- Unpacking: They open all crates and remove the packaging materials
- Debris removal: All cardboard, shrink wrap, pallets, and packing materials leave with the crew
- Inspection: Components are checked for shipping damage during unpacking
Some white glove services also include basic assembly, but this varies. Don't assume assembly is included unless the listing specifically says so.
When It's Worth the Extra Cost
White glove delivery typically adds $200-500 to your order depending on the sauna size and your location. It's worth it if:
- You don't have help available to move heavy crates from the curb
- The sauna is going to a hard-to-reach spot (through narrow gates, across uneven terrain, up stairs)
- You physically can't handle 200-400 pound crates
- You don't want to deal with disposing of large amounts of packaging
- You want everything inspected and confirmed damage-free before the delivery crew leaves
How It Compares
Here's the delivery tier breakdown for most sauna retailers:
- Curbside: Dropped at the curb. You move it from there (free or included with most orders)
- Threshold: Brought to your garage, porch, or first covered entry ($50-150 extra)
- White glove: Placed in the room or spot of your choice, unpacked, debris removed ($200-500 extra)
- White glove + assembly: Everything above plus the sauna is assembled for you ($500-1,500+ extra)
Tips for White Glove Day
Make sure the path from your driveway to the installation spot is clear and wide enough for two people carrying large panels. Measure doorways and gates in advance. Let the delivery company know about stairs, tight turns, or elevation changes when you schedule.
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Delivery Options Available
Check our outdoor saunas and indoor saunas for delivery options on each product. Some models include white glove delivery at no extra cost.
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