Appliance Removal Costs in Denver
| Appliance | Removal Cost | Free Option? |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator / Freezer | $99 – $129 | Yes — scrap metal recyclers (you haul) |
| Washer or Dryer | $99 | Yes — scrap metal (you haul) |
| Washer + Dryer combo | $99 – $129 | Yes — scrap metal (you haul) |
| Dishwasher | $99 | Rarely |
| Oven / Range / Stove | $99 | Yes — scrap metal (you haul) |
| Microwave | $99 (min load) | No — e-waste recycling |
| Window AC Unit | $99 (min load) | Rarely |
| Water Heater | $99 – $149 | Yes — scrap metal (you haul) |
| Water Softener | $99 – $129 | No |
| Multiple Appliances | $99 – $249 | Depends on type |
All prices include disconnection help (if safe to do so), carrying from wherever the appliance sits (basement, upstairs, garage), loading, hauling, and disposal or recycling.
Free Appliance Removal Options in Denver
Some appliances can be removed for free — if you’re willing to do the work:
Scrap Metal Recyclers
Large metal appliances (fridges, washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters) have scrap value. Some Denver scrap yards will even pick up for free:
- Rocky Mountain Recycling — May offer free pickup for multiple appliances
- Denver Iron & Metal — Accepts drop-off; may pay $5-$15 per large appliance
- Craigslist “Free” section — Post “free scrap metal” and scrapers will come within hours
Retailer Haul-Away
When you buy a new appliance from certain retailers, they’ll remove the old one during delivery:
- Best Buy — $29.99 haul-away per appliance with purchase
- Home Depot — Free haul-away with qualifying appliance purchase and delivery
- Lowe’s — Free haul-away with delivery on qualifying purchases
- Costco — Free haul-away with appliance delivery
Important: Retailer haul-away only works when buying a replacement. They won’t remove an appliance without a new purchase.
Denver Large Item Pickup
Denver’s free large item pickup accepts most appliances. Limit: 4 items per cycle. Wait time: 2-8 weeks depending on your zone’s schedule.
Utility Company Rebates
- Xcel Energy offers a refrigerator/freezer recycling program — they’ll pick up working units and give you a $50 rebate. The unit must be working and between 10-30 cubic feet.
How to Dispose of Specific Appliances
Refrigerators and Freezers
Fridges and freezers contain refrigerant (Freon or R-134a) that must be professionally recovered before disposal. It’s illegal under federal law (Clean Air Act) to vent refrigerants into the atmosphere — fines up to $44,539 per day.
Your options:
- Xcel Energy recycling program — Free pickup + $50 rebate (working units only)
- Professional junk removal — We handle refrigerant recovery compliance
- Scrap yards that accept refrigerators — They have certified technicians for refrigerant recovery
Never cut refrigerant lines yourself or put a fridge in a dumpster without professional refrigerant recovery.
Washers and Dryers
These are straightforward. Disconnect water lines (turn off valves first), unplug, and they’re ready to go. Gas dryers require disconnecting the gas line — if you smell gas at any point, stop and call Xcel Energy.
Dishwashers
Must be disconnected from water supply and electrical. If it’s hardwired (no plug), you may want an electrician to disconnect it first. We can handle soft-disconnect if there’s a plug and accessible shutoff.
Water Heaters
Tank water heaters hold 40-80 gallons of water and weigh 100-160 lbs empty. They need to be drained before removal. Tankless units are lighter and simpler. Gas water heaters require gas line disconnection. For a complete walkthrough, see our water heater disposal guide.
Ovens, Ranges, and Stoves
Electric ranges unplug easily. Gas ranges require gas line disconnection — turn off the shutoff valve behind or beside the unit.
What NOT to Do With Old Appliances
- Don’t put them in the alley — Denver fines for illegal dumping range from $150 to $999
- Don’t remove Freon yourself — Federal violation with massive fines
- Don’t leave them on the curb “hoping someone takes it” — This is illegal dumping if nobody picks it up
- Don’t put small appliances in the trash bin — Many contain hazardous materials (batteries, mercury switches, capacitors)
Why Bundle Appliances Together?
Removing one appliance costs $99 (our minimum). Removing two or three barely costs more since they all fit in the same trip. If you’re upgrading your kitchen or doing a renovation, schedule all your appliance removals at once:
- 1 appliance: $99
- 2-3 appliances: $99-$149
- 4-6 appliances (kitchen + laundry): $149-$249
Book Appliance Removal in Denver
Call (303) 324-6014 or book online. Same-day appliance removal available 7 days a week across Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Littleton, Parker, and 30+ surrounding cities. We handle the heavy lifting — literally.
