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Getting Rid of Old Appliances in a Right Way: A Guide

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Statistics released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have shown that an average American produces around 4.5 pounds of trash every day.

That’s close to 140 million tons of trash deposited in landfills every year. Besides, only 35% of that trash gets composted or recycled.

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Getting Rid of Old Appliances in a Right Way A Guide

Now, while most people put their plastic bottles and cans in the blue bins for recycling, things get a bit trickier when it comes to disposing of other items like old electronics and appliances.

The lack of knowledge on getting rid of old appliances safely has made most people fill their backyards with old ones.

If you are one of these people, worry no more. In this post, we shall give you a comprehensive guide on how to get rid of your old appliances the right way. Read on for more information.

Donate or Sell

The first step to take when you want to get rid of an old appliance is to try and find someone who may need it. Many people out there cannot afford brand new appliances and would be glad to have yours.

You could also sell the appliance if it is still in good working condition. This way, you will not only get rid of the appliance but also make some extra cash.

You need to do a few things before donating or selling your old appliances. First, check if the appliance is still in good working condition. If it is not, it might not be easy to find someone who needs it.

Second, clean the appliance thoroughly before giving it away or selling it. This will ensure that the new owner does not have to deal with a dirty appliance.

Finally, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork for the appliance. This includes manuals, warranty information, and receipts.


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Recycle

If you cannot find anyone who needs your old appliance or if it is not in good working condition, the next best thing to do is recycle it.

Recycling is one of the best ways to get rid of old appliances because it helps reduce pollution and conserve resources.

Many recycling facilities accept old appliances. However, before taking your appliance to the nearest recycling center, there are a few things you need to do.

First, check if the appliance can be recycled. Not all appliances can be recycled. Second, if the appliance can be recycled, find out what type of recycling process is required.

This will help you determine the best recycling center to take it to. Finally, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork for the appliance. This includes manuals, warranty information, and receipts.

Hire a Junk Removal Service

If you cannot donate or sell your old appliance and do not want to recycle it, your only option is to hire a junk removal service. Junk removal services are companies that specialize in disposing of items that cannot be reused or recycled.

When hiring a junk removal service, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First, make sure the company is licensed and insured.

This will protect you in case something goes wrong during the removal process. Second, get a few quotes from different companies before making your decision.

This will help you find the best deal. Finally, make sure you are clear about what is included in the price. Some companies charge extra for things like appliance disposal and recycling.

Rent A Dumpster

If you want to get rid of your old appliance, you can rent a dumpster. Dumpsters are large containers that can be used to store items that need to be disposed of.

When renting a dumpster, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First, make sure you rent the right size dumpster for your needs.

Second, make sure you understand the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. This will help you avoid any surprises down the road.

Finally, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork for the appliance. This includes manuals, warranty information, and receipts.

Toss Them on The Curbside

According to the technicians from Hartman’s Ocala appliance repair, if you want to get rid of your old appliance but do not want to deal with renting a dumpster, you can put them on the curb.

This is one of the easiest ways to get rid of old appliances. However, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First, make sure the appliance is properly disposed of.

Second, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork for the appliance. This includes manuals, warranty information, and receipts.

Finally, make sure you check with your local ordinances before putting the appliance on the curb. Some cities have regulations that prohibit this type of disposal.

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Perla Irish, who is more familiarly called Irish, is the Content Manager at Housesumo.com. She loves following trends around home and garden, interior design and digital marketing. Through this blog, Irish wants to share information and help readers solve the problems they are experiencing.

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