Appliance removal. Two words no homeowner or landlord wants to utter. And, this is completely understandable. It’s a huge inconvenience. It’s time consuming. Plus, it can easily be very expensive. Because once an appliance reaches the end of its life, you’ve got to replace it. That alone is a disconcerting thought. But, don’t worry, because there’s always a solution. You just have to use a bit of imagination and be willing to accept it’s a good thing in the end.
Appliance Removal Don’ts
Okay, for whatever reason you have one or more old appliances on your hands. And, you need to get rid of them. But, the place where you bought the replacements just doesn’t take away used appliances. It seems you’re stuck. So, you think to yourself putting them out on the curb is an option. After all, someone will pick them up. But, it won’t be the local trash collection agency. And, leave them out long enough and you might get hit with a code violation.
All donations that Goodwill can sell in its stores are greatly appreciated. However, when Goodwill receives items that cannot be used, staff must dispose of them, raising expenses and reducing the revenue available for employment and educational services. Where possible, items that are placed on the sales floor but do not sell are recycled and sold for salvage. When Goodwill receives items that it cannot sell, such as broken, torn or damaged items or products that have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, we are forced to dispose of those items for the safety of our customers. --Goodwill of South Florida
Of course, it’s always tempting to drop them off somewhere, like on a vacant lot, for instance. Don’t run the risk. If you’re caught for illegal dumping, you’ll wish you never even thought about it in the first place. It’s simply too risky and not worth the trouble.
Venice Appliance Removal Do’s
So, what do you do with old appliances? The local trash collector won’t haul it away. And, you don’t want to risk a code violation or a fine for illegal dumping. Don’t worry, there are a few options available:
- Do sell them. If those old appliances still have some life and you’re just upgrading to new units, then you might consider selling the old ones. And, if those old appliances are in pretty good condition, you might find luck at a local consignment or repair shop.
- Do donate them. Another option is to donate them. (That is, if they are in relatively good, usable and working condition.) A local shelter, church, or even school, or some charitable organization might welcome the gift. Plus, you can take a small tax write off, in return.
- Do leave the appliances in-place. If the appliances are in working condition and still look good, then you might consider leaving them in the house and sell them with the property.
- Do use a junk removal company. Your final option is to hire a service that can properly dispose of the appliances for you. We provide junk removal in Venice.
When you need appliance removal for your own home, rental property, or office, just phone (941) 302-2399 or visit AAA Rousse Services.
