There are some key things to keep in mind to properly remove old appliances in an easy way. Read on to find out what they are.
First off, it’s important to never attempt to disassemble your old appliances before you remove them from your home. At least not unless you’re a professional. For the rest of us it’s always best to keep them intact to avoid injury and to avoid unwanted accidents.
If you shouldn’t disassemble your old appliances, what should you do with them? Probably the best place to start is by answering 3 important questions.
We’ll look at this question in greater depth as we go, but it’s best to start by figuring out what your options are. Can you put them on the curb? Is there a centralized drop off for them or are there better options for disposal. You’ll have the answers to all of these questions by the end of this article.
There are many different options when it comes to getting rid of an old washer and dryer. The first option is to consider donating it. There are many charitable organizations that will take appliances off your hands.
If your old appliances still have a lot of life left in them it could really be a big help to a family that can’t afford them. You could also look at selling them directly second hand if they’re not that old.
Sometimes your old appliances will be well past their sell date. If they’re broken or on their last legs it’s best to dispose of them. If you’re not sure how to get rid of worn out appliances, ask a Bin There Dump That Live Dumpster Consultant for help.
Make sure your washer or dryer are unplugged before attempting to remove them. Also, be sure to make sure the water valves are in the off position before disconnecting water lines to your washer.
When it comes to disposing of an old refrigerator much of the same rules apply. Consider donating or selling it first and if that’s not possible then disposal is the only option. We can help you find the best way to dispose of your old refrigerator as well.
One thing to keep in mind is to take extra care if your old refrigerator has a water line running to it. It will have to be disconnected first. Before you do this, make sure to turn the water valve into the refrigerator off to prevent leaks.
Appliances are some of the heaviest items in a home. Trying to move them without the right equipment can easily lead to injury and should never be attempted.
If you have a dolly or if you know someone who does it will make your appliance removal tasks much easier.
Another option is to look at renting one from an equipment rental company. Moving companies may also have dollies available for rent.
Even with a dolly in hand it’s still a good idea to have help when moving old appliances. An extra set of hands can help you keep them stable as you move them and prevent them from sliding off track.
In many cases manufacturers or appliance stores will have programs in place to help with removal. If you can have them pick up your old equipment when they deliver your new appliances it will make the job much easier. You won’t have to find a drop off location or look for any other options.
Depending on where you live there may be rebate programs available to help with appliance removal. This might be offered through your local utility company or through larger government programs.
At the very least these programs will take your old appliances off your hands. In some cases there may even be a cash rebate involved that you can apply to your budget for your next big DIY project. A quick online search should let you know what kind of rebate programs are available in your area.
There may not be rebate programs available near you, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be simple solutions for disposing of your old appliances. Many areas offer curbside pickup of old appliances on designated days. If this is an option all you’ll have to do is find someone to help you get that old washer, dryer or refrigerator out to the curb.
Sometimes you have limited options. There may not be any rebate programs available and your city or county may not offer curbside pickups of appliances. At least not when it's convenient to you.
If this is the reality you are dealing with you’ll have to look into self disposal options. You can either hire a service to take care of the removal for you or load it up into the back of your pick up truck and head over to your local appliance drop off depot.
It’s going to be easier to hire someone to do the removal for you, but it will obviously cost you more. If you can find the budget for it, it’s probably the best route to go when rebate programs and curbside pick up are unavailable.
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