Yes. You can generate, edit, and use the full moving plan for free. The optional $19 one-time MovePlan Pro upgrade unlocks the printable PDF binder, weekly reminder emails, and a few power-user features.

Will I get sales calls from movers?

No. MovePlan does not sell your address or move date to third-party movers. The product is funded by the optional $19 upgrade, not lead-generation.

Do I need to create an account?

No account required. Your plan is saved automatically and accessible by URL. You can also add your email so reminder emails can be sent.

How long does it take to generate a plan?

About 60 seconds. You answer 5 short questions (move date, home size, origin, destination, what you need most help with) and MovePlan generates a personalized plan.

Yes. Every task, room, budget line, address, utility, and box label is editable. You can add custom tasks, mark items done, and rearrange the plan to fit how you actually want to move.

Why is an over-the-range microwave harder to move than a countertop one?

It is mounted to the wall and cabinet and hangs over the stove, so removal requires support and unbolting rather than just unplugging.

Do I need two people?

Yes. One person must support the weight while the other removes the mounting bolts, or the microwave will fall.

Should I keep the mounting hardware?

Absolutely. The wall plate, bolts, and template are model-specific and make reinstallation possible.

How to Move an Over-the-Range Microwave

Last updated 2026-07-13 · MovePlan Editorial Team

An over-the-range microwave is mounted to the wall and cabinet above your stove, so removing it safely is the hard part. It is heavy and hangs over the cooktop, which means you need a second person to support it the moment the mounting bolts come free.

Difficulty: Moderate
Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Typical cost: Around $10 to $20 in supplies
Supplies: Screwdriver, Step stool, Moving box and padding, Painters tape, A helper to bear the weight

Pro tip: Keep the mounting bolts and the paper installation template taped inside the microwave for reinstallation.

Watch out: The unit will drop onto the cooktop the moment the bolts come out. A second person must support it from below.

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