Easy Ways To Get Rid Of An Old Appliance If You Can’t Repair It.
As an appliance repair company, we never like to think of a dryer or oven dying. Sometimes it happens though. You've done everything you can, we've done everything we can, and it's just not possible to fix the trustworthy appliance that you loved. If that's the case, what do you do? Naturally you're going to want to purchase a new one, but what are you supposed to do with the old one?
There are five different resources that you can use for getting rid of an old appliance, whether it is dead as our example or if you decided to purchase a new one and simply need to get rid of the old one because it no longer fits. Those five options are:
Donate Your Old Appliance
Utilize A Buyback Program With A Retailer To Get A New Appliance In Exchange
Sell Your Old Appliance On A Digital Marketplace
Use A Scheduled Pickup By A Retailer Or Recycling Service To Dispose Of Your Old Appliance
Make Use Of The EPA RAD Program To Recycle Your Old Appliance
Donate It To Someone In Need-
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Donating things is a great way to give an old item new life. You are continuing the life cycle of an item rather than letting it sit and rot. Donating an appliance also means that it's not leaking chemicals into the environment. Whether it's clothes, furniture, or appliances, donating things is great for everyone. These items can then be given or sold to people in need, and you get more space in your homes. If your appliance still functions, and it's just a matter of you having wanted to purchase a new one for quite some time, this might be the best choice. A great example right here in the Dallas area is Habitat for Humanity.
Utilize A Buyback Program With A Retailer-
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If you haven't yet purchased a new appliance but are looking to do so, you can look into local retailers and see if they offer a buyback program. Often times its a mix of how new your appliance is. If it's a relatively new appliance, the shop might purchase it and give you a deep discount for a new replacement. If it's an old or damaged appliance, the shop might purchase it and sell it out for parts. In that case, you will probably just get a small discount off of your next purchase. Every retailer is going to be different with how they handle this so your best bet is to go to your favorite place and ask them what they can do for you. Many of them will even throw in pick-up when they drop off your new appliance.
Sell It On A Digital Marketplace-
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Another solid option, whether your appliance is functional, dying, or dead, is to resell it on a digital marketplace. While you will not likely be able to get the same price as a brand-new appliance, you will be dealing directly with people and able to bargain for a price that fits your needs. Here you can do everything from selling out an appliance that is perfectly functional to selling pieces for people that want to repair their own. This can take a long amount of time, though, and should be considered before choosing this route. What is your timetable for getting rid of your old appliance? Do you need it out immediately or do you have time for it to sit around?
Use A Scheduled Pickup By A Retailer Or Recycling Service
Your fourth option in Dallas is to look for a business or program that will schedule a pickup for you. This can be anything from a recycling program to a business that will buy junk to an appliance shop that might use it for parts. You might end up paying a fee for this one, though, depending on the business in question. But if you want it gone quickly, this is one way to do it.
Make Use Of The Epa Rad Program-
Finally, our favorite option is the EPA Responsible Appliance Disposal program. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has contractors they trust to go beyond just scrapping appliances. Instead, these partners go through and recycle every component of your appliances, from steel and plastic down to the freon that is in your refrigerator or your mobile HVAC unit. While it does require extra paperwork, there are both environmental and tax rebates. And who doesn't like to feel good and get to save money?
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If your oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, dryer or washer did break down, but you’re not ready to give up on it, let us know! Appliance Rescue Service is all about finding ways to fix appliances, whatever brand or model it is. So long as you live in the Dallas area, we want to work with you and help to get your home running smoothly again. You can reach out to us via our contact page or by giving us a call at ((214) 599-0055).