Appliance Removal Help: Carry-Out and Loading
Appliances are heavy, awkward and often stuck in laundry rooms or kitchens with little space. A crew can carry them out and load the ones your dumpster company accepts. The key with appliances is checking the rules first.
Find Crews Near Your AddressWhat the Crew Loads
- Washers and dryers
- Stoves, ranges and dishwashers
- Water heaters (drained and disconnected)
- Microwaves and small appliances
- Refrigerators and freezers only if your dumpster company accepts them
Check With Your Dumpster Company
- Refrigerators, freezers and AC units hold refrigerant; many dumpster companies ban them or require certified removal first.
- Appliances must be disconnected from water, gas and power by you or a licensed pro before the crew arrives.
- Some companies charge a per-appliance fee.
Get Ready for Loading Day
- Disconnect gas lines with a licensed professional. Crews don’t disconnect gas.
- Drain water heaters and washer hoses.
- Clear a path and protect floors if needed.
How Pricing Works
Each crew sets its own hourly rate for the whole crew, a crew size and a minimum number of hours. Enter your address to compare crews near you and see an estimate for your job. Your dumpster rental and disposal fees are paid to your dumpster company separately, so compare the total against a full-service junk removal quote.
Appliance Removal FAQs
Can refrigerators go in a dumpster?
Often not. Refrigerant has to be recovered by a certified technician, so many dumpster companies refuse fridges and freezers or charge a fee. Call your dumpster company before loading day.
Will the crew disconnect my appliance?
No. Loading crews carry and load. Have gas, water and electrical connections handled beforehand.
Need a Dumpster Too?
Soon you’ll be able to choose a local dumpster vendor and book your loading crew together. For now, rent from any local company and find your crew here.