Appliance removal starts with getting your old, junk appliance out of your house, apartment, or workplace, but that’s just the first step. You still have to take it somewhere.
For most places, the landfill is not an option. In fact, almost half the states in the country have some types of laws banning items such as appliances from their landfills. Besides, you have far better alternatives for removing your junk appliances.
One option is to sell them. Used, working appliances are always in demand, but keep in mind that you will likely only be able to get half or less of the original price of your appliance. This is true for garage sales, but it is also true even if you opt for online selling sites like Craigslist, Letgo or other sites like Nextdoor.com because the depreciation for appliances is fairly steep.
Consider a donation. Yes, unlike a lot of other “junk” items, donating is often a great approach for finding a new home for your old appliance. Most second-hand shops, non-profit groups, church and community thrift stores are willing to accept old appliances if they are in good condition. Better yet, many of these organizations will offer to pick them up for you. And, if you get a receipt, you can often use your donation as a tax deduction.
Scrap your appliance. Another relatively easy way to remove an old appliance and make some money in the process is to take it to a local used appliance dealer or even a scrap metal dealer. This is especially good for those appliances that aren’t working any longer. These businesses will either repair and re-sell them, or dismantle them to recover the usable parts and recyclable materials.