If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to a new high-tech refrigerator, this is a great time to do so. New models now come complete with smart technology, temperature sensors, water filtration systems, and energy saving features. Not to mention a wide selection of colors and designs.
The question, then, is what do you do with your old refrigerator?
Maybe you want to keep it and put it out in your garage. More likely, however, you don’t really want to try to dispose of because you know that old refrigerator disposal is not always easy. In fact, it can be a troublesome task for anyone.
DIY Refrigerator Removal is not Easy
Not only is your refrigerator probably the heaviest appliance in your house, it’s also not something you can just leave with the trash on garbage day. Nor can you simply take it to the local landfill in Dunmore, PA.
Old refrigerators need to be disposed of in the proper manner or they can release chemicals that are harmful to the environment. If you can’t give it away or sell it, you still have to get rid of it.
An estimated that 11 million refrigerators/freezers are disposed of each year. If the units are less than 10 years old and are in working condition, they are likely being re-sold or donated somewhere.
Old Refrigerators are bad for the Environment
However, residential refrigerators and freezers manufactured before 1995 typically contain a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) refrigerant. Similarly, most window air-conditioning units and dehumidifiers contain hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerant.
These CFCs and HCFC refrigerants are ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and can damage the ozone layer if released into the environment. In addition, CFC and HCFC substances are believed to be potent “greenhouse gases.”
Fortunately, most refrigerators and freezers made after 1995 contain ozone-friendly hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants. This is true for window air-conditioning units and dehumidifiers manufactured since 2010, as well.
Your Old Refrigerator Can Be Recycled
Refrigerator recycling is a great option. Here’s why:
Over its lifetime, an old refrigerator can produce as much as 10 tons of CO2, a primary contributor to greenhouse gases. Recycling one refrigerator is equivalent to keeping the CO2 emissions from two cars out of the atmosphere.
Approximately 98% of all materials from your refrigerator and/or freezer are recycled. In addition, all harmful chemicals are safely disposed of and almost nothing goes to a landfill.
Approximately eleven million refrigerators are disposed of annually in the U.S., and only a fraction has the insulating foam in their walls and doors recycled. While 90 percent of used refrigerators in the U.S. are shredded for their metal, the remaining foam and other materials are typically crushed. This not only releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere but sends the remaining parts to a landfill.
Proper disposal and recycling can prevent that and ensure a more eco-friendly way of getting rid of your old refrigerator.
What does refrigerator removal cost?
While refrigerators are indeed almost entirely recyclable, there is still that pesky freon gas that needs to be dealt with.
An average cost to remove an old refrigerator in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area is around $125. That price includes the removal of your refrigerator from your home or office. In addition, we haul it to a recycling center where the gas will be contained.
From there, your old refrigerator will be recycled and made into new products!
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Refrigerator Removal Experts
A+ Enterprises Junk Removal provides an efficient, safe and eco-friendly refrigerator disposal service to make the whole process easy for you. Our experienced refrigerator removal team has the manpower to haul off that old fridge without damaging your home in the process.
We’ll do all the heavy lifting!
Finally, we’ll make sure that the refrigerator is disposed of at a proper recycling facility so that it doesn’t do any harm to our ecosystem.
Our professional and insured refrigerator disposal team will show up at your home or office and we call 15 minutes before we arrive on site. When we arrive we’ll give you a free estimate based on how much room your items take up in our truck.
You point and we’ll haul your old fridge and other items into our junk removal trucks, and with no hidden fees.
Ready to get rid of your old refrigerator? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3. You make an appointment by booking online below or by calling 570-373-9996!
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Kyle and Joe were wonderful! Very efficient process. I called and gave brief information to a very professional person. They came out the next day. Wiped their feet, quoted me a very fair price, and removed my furniture. I’m very pleased with their service and friendliness. I will definitely recommend them to my family and friends! Meredith R. They did such a good job yesterday that I called them back again today for more revival. They’re very fast, efficient, easy to work with and professional. Joe and Kyle came both days and we’re incredibly polite and thoughtful in what was a hard situation for me. Bravo A+ Enterprises! Repeat business speaks for itself. Meredith R.
Meredith Rynkiewicz
August 15, 2019They cleaned out my grandmas house today in under 6 hours. And we had a lot of stuff! Friendly guys and great work!! Definitely recommend.
Grace Baker
July 25, 2020Three men came and took everything I wanted to get rid of. They were professional and very nice. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you. I'll be calling again.
Elaine Hungarter
June 23, 2020 -
Hard working guys got the job done in one day. I recently bought a foreclose property and have A+ Enterprises help do the clean up. Its a 3 bedroom house full of junk, and everything was gone at the end of the day. Image a house hoarders live in, 3 bedrooms, each with bed, dressers, night stand, TV and many other trash, you do not want to be in the room more than 1 minute. Kitchen full of dirty dishes, appliances and dining table with chairs. At the end of the day, whatever not bolted down was gone, including most of the nasty carpet. I will definitely use their service again. Great service and the hard working people.
Calvin L
April 7, 2021This is an excellent company to deal with. I highly recommend! They were punctual, friendly and communicative throughout the entire process. From the first call, to the estimate, to the contract details, to start day/time, to what to expect day of and clean up day. It is very hard to find this level of customer service anymore! We hired them to tear down an old cinderblock/wood garage. It was right on the property line and didn’t have much room for error. A+ took the garage down no problem and did a great job with haul away and cleanup. You can tell they know their stuff. Sal always returned calls and emails. We got a fair price and a job well done! I definitely recommend and would work with them again if the need ever arises.
Alura B
April 14, 2021A+ Enterprise . . .gave an accurate estimate. . .did a PROFESSIONAL job. . .the team was "on-time" completed the work on schedule. . . very easy to work with. . . Highly Recommend!
Wes Coates
January 22, 2020 -
These guys are the best! Very professional and super courteous and easy to work with! We had a tight space to get it into driveway and they made it look easy and didnt even leave a scratch !! Great prices too!! Thanks for helping us out!!! John and Maryjo
john morrissey
July 18, 2020Great service , They came the same day I called. Very friendly and efficient. Great price for removal. Highly recommend this company. Very professional and A plus rating. Arrived on time and ready to work.
Tina Stella
August 5, 2019This company is not just professionals at their work but also very kid and hardworking. During the scheduling the staff was very helpful and were able to work with my last minute call with no issues. I received a reminder of my appointment witch was very helpful. The team that arrived to the job took care of business before I knew it it was all done. Very respectful and hard working team. Will definitely recommend anyone and will definitely use this company on my next project.
Edisson Fajardo
February 16, 2020 -
EXTREMELY PLEASANT AND PROFESSIONAL! Gave them a call to remove some old furniture and assorted boxes of junk. They said the had a crew in my area the next morning and could be here at 9am. Arrived right at 9 on the dot and got straight to work. They battled through all my cobwebs and work quick and efficiently. No trouble or damage from moving some big items in narrow areas. The price they quoted was great value for all the work they did. I have already and will continue to HIGHLY recommend them.
Michael Machion
August 3, 2019Fantastic customer service. Sal was on time, very responsive to messages and professional. The price for the dumpster was very reasonable also. I have had issues with other junk removal companies in the past and wish I had found them sooner. I will definitely use them again in the future.
Erin G
October 17, 2019I got a 100% accurate estimate from the owner and he dispatched a crew to clean out my house the next day (!). The guys were professional and very nice and personable, making a tough situation much easier to handle. Moreover, they worked until the job was done way over my expectations. This company has the best prices in our area and they are complete pros. I would recommend them to anyone...don't hesitate and call A+ first! They will be my first call in the future! Added 3/1/2020: So 18 months later I had to clean out a 2nd floor apartment and 3rd floor attic. This attic was stuffed floor to ceiling with junk and the apartment full of furniture. Sal had a crew there within 24 hrs of my call and cleaned it out in ONE DAY! They even swept up and went through with garbage cans to completely clean the house. I value good service and A+ always delivers...I recommend them to my friends and family and have now used them 3 times. Each time the price is far less than I expected and the work is way better than I'd expect. If you have a job that you're afraid to deal with...call them!!!!! It is the best call you'll ever make! They have always come through for me. Thank you!!!!
Daryl Williams
March 2, 2020 -
Sal and his team were fantastic to work with. They were professional and arrived on time. Our scope of work was larger than originally estimated and they immediately dispatched an extra truck to finish up our job in record time. I would highly recommend them for all your removal needs.
Bryan McFarland
December 5, 2019I was looking for someone to haul away some things from a home remodeling project. I called A Plus and within 10 minutes I received an email and was able to call the owner right away. He sent his crew out the next day and took care of my hauling needs with a great price. I cannot tell you how pleased I am at the prompt, courteous service I received from both the owner and the crew. I highly recommend them. Mary Gadomski
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June 4, 2020Incredibly professional and responsive to all of my questions. Each time I called I spoke directly with sal. No need to leave a voicemail and wait for a call back. Sal, Shawn and Mackenzie have been amazing to work with. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for dumpster rentals.
Jennifer Bitters
May 17, 2020
