- A single appliance pickup takes under an hour in most cases. The main variable is getting it out of wherever it is. A fridge in a kitchen is straightforward. A washer in a basement with narrow stairs is a different story.
- Appliances with refrigerants (fridges, AC units, dehumidifiers) require special handling before they can be disposed of. We take care of that. You don't need to do anything to prep the appliance before we get there.
- If you're getting a new appliance delivered, some delivery companies will haul the old one. If they won't or if you just need it gone on your own schedule, that's what we're here for.
Appliance Removal in Wilmington, DE
Appliance removal is the pickup and proper disposal of old or broken household appliances like refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, and similar items. These things are heavy, awkward to move, and most of them can't just go in your regular trash.
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Why Appliance Removal Matters
- Appliances with refrigerants (fridges, freezers, AC units) can't just be thrown away or left sitting outside. Federal EPA regulations require refrigerant to be recovered before the appliance is disposed of. Venting refrigerant or dumping an appliance that still has a charge in it is a violation that carries real fines.
- Old appliances are mostly metal. A refrigerator is about 60 percent recyclable steel. Throwing one in a landfill wastes all of that material and takes up space that doesn't need to be taken up. Delaware has recycling infrastructure for appliances, and using it is the right way to get rid of them.
- Appliances left outside on your property are a code violation in New Castle County. Refrigerators, stoves, washers, and other bulk items are specifically listed as debris that can't sit on your property. It's also a safety issue, especially with older refrigerators that have doors that still latch shut.
How Scrap Squad Handles Appliance Removal
- Old appliances are mostly metal. We take them to recycling facilities, not the landfill. A refrigerator is about 60% recyclable steel. Throwing it in a dump wastes all of that material and takes up space that doesn't need to be taken up.
- Appliances with refrigerants (older fridges, window AC units) have to be drained before they can be recycled or disposed of properly. Delaware has regulations on this. We handle the process correctly so it doesn't come back as a problem for you or for the disposal facility.
- We bring the right equipment for the job. Appliances are heavy and awkward, especially in tight Wilmington kitchens and laundry rooms. A dolly, moving straps, and a clear path to the door are the basics. We bring all of it.
Common Questions About Appliance Removal
How much does appliance removal cost in Wilmington?
Single standard appliance (washer, dryer, dishwasher, stove): $75-125. Refrigerator or freezer: $125-175 (includes $50-75 refrigerant recovery fee). Multiple appliances: $200-400 depending on quantity. Basement or second-floor removal: add $50-75 per appliance. Gas appliances requiring plumber: add $100-200 if hard pipe disconnection needed.
Do you handle refrigerant recovery for refrigerators and freezers?
Yes, EPA-certified refrigerant recovery is included for all refrigerant-containing appliances. Required by federal law before disposal. We provide documentation proving proper recovery. The $50-75 per unit recovery fee covers certified technician time and disposal at approved facilities. Can't legally dispose refrigerated appliances without this process.
Can you remove appliances from basements or upper floors?
Yes, we handle basement, second-floor, third-floor appliance removal regularly in Wilmington properties. We use specialized equipment for stairs including stair-climbing dollies. Add $50-75 per floor to standard pricing. Rowhome stairs with tight turns require careful maneuvering but we do it routinely without wall or banister damage.
Do you disconnect water and gas lines?
We disconnect appliances from water supply lines, drain hoses, and flexible gas connectors. You must shut off water valves and gas shutoffs before we arrive. For gas appliances with hard pipe connections (not flexible hoses), licensed plumber needed for disconnection which we coordinate if needed (additional $100-200). We don't do plumbing or gas fitting work, only disconnection of standard connections.
What happens to appliances after removal?
Working or repairable appliances may go to Wilmington charities for donation (Goodwill, Habitat ReStore) with your approval. Non-working appliances go to certified appliance recyclers where refrigerants are recovered, metals recycled, and components properly processed. We don't landfill appliances when recycling options exist. Disposal documentation provided if needed for commercial or property management records.
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Junk Removal
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Debris removal service
Debris removal is the cleanup and hauling of waste left behind from construction, renovation, or storm damage. This includes drywall, lumber, roofing shingles, concrete, branches, dirt piles, and general jobsite mess. It's the cleanup after the main work is done.
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Light Demo and Tear-outs
Light demolition is the removal of interior fixtures and materials like cabinets, countertops, flooring, drywall, bathroom vanities, and non-structural walls. This is the prep work that happens before a renovation starts. It's not full structural demolition (no load bearing walls, no permits for major work).
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Estate Cleanouts
An estate cleanout is the full clearing of a home after someone passes away, moves to assisted living, or downsizes completely. This means going through every room, sorting belongings, and removing everything that isn't being kept. It's one of the bigger jobs in the removal business.
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Commercial Junk Removal
Commercial junk removal is the removal of unwanted items and waste from business locations like offices, retail stores, warehouses, and construction sites. This covers anything from old office furniture and filing cabinets to broken equipment, outdated inventory, and general jobsite cleanup.
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Scrap Metal Removal
Scrap metal removal is the pickup and recycling of ferrous metals (steel, iron, stuff that sticks to a magnet) and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, brass) from your property. This includes old appliances, fencing, car parts, water heaters, AC units, and anything else made of metal you need gone.
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Hot Tub/Spa Removal
Hot tub removal is the full process of draining, disconnecting electrical and plumbing lines, breaking the unit down into pieces, and hauling it off your property. A standard above ground hot tub weighs 500 to 800 pounds empty (more if there's water still in it) so this is not a one person job.
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Mattress/Furniture Disposal
Mattress and furniture disposal is the removal and proper disposal of old mattresses, couches, tables, chairs, and other household furniture you no longer need. Most of it can't just go to the curb (especially mattresses) and needs to be taken to the right place based on its condition.
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Yard Waste/Brush Removal
Yard waste removal is the pickup and hauling of branches, brush piles, leaves, grass clippings, and tree trimmings from your property. In Delaware, yard waste is banned from all landfills, so it has to go to a composting or mulching facility (not your regular trash bin).
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Foreclosure/Eviction Cleanouts
A foreclosure or eviction cleanout is the clearing of a property after a tenant has left (or been removed) and left their stuff behind. This could be anything from a few pieces of furniture to a completely full house of belongings. The property owner or bank needs it empty and ready to move on.
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Appliance Removal
Appliance removal is the pickup and proper disposal of old or broken household appliances like refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, and similar items. These things are heavy, awkward to move, and most of them can't just go in your regular trash.
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Garage Cleanouts
A garage cleanout is exactly what it sounds like: clearing out a garage that has become a storage dumping ground. This could be everything from old tools and holiday decorations to broken furniture, old tires, and years of accumulated stuff nobody has touched in a while.
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