How Do I Get Rid of an Old Refrigerator in New Haven, CT?

Arrange for EPA-compliant refrigerant recovery before disposal. The Junkluggers handles the removal, recovery, and recycling so you do not need a separate technician. 

It’s hard to get rid of an old fridge. In New Haven County, it’s not as simple as taking the refrigerator to the curb.

Federal law under EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act prohibits venting refrigerants like CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs into the atmosphere, in large part due to the damage done to the ozone layer by these chemicals. The same is also true of freezers, dehumidifiers, and air conditioning units. That makes curbside disposal technically illegal for these appliances, and most municipal programs won’t take them either unless you can provide proof of refrigerant recovery.

The Junkluggers of New Haven County removes the refrigerator from your home, ensures EPA-compliant refrigerant recovery, and routes the unit to a recycler. You do not need to hire a separate technician or make a trip to a transfer station with an appliance that weighs 200 pounds or more. 

For homeowners in older New Haven County homes, it’s common to have a “second fridge” in a basement or garage that needs to be removed. These units are often 15 or more years old and cost $100 or more per year in extra electricity when compared to a modern Energy Star model. Removing the old unit eliminates the ongoing cost.

If you currently have a working second fridge you no longer need, it is worth checking whether your utility provider offers a rebate for recycling it. Some Connecticut programs have offered incentives for retiring older appliances.

More than 95% of a fridge is recyclable. That includes the steel frame and copper coils, as well as plastic interior panels and glass shelving. The compressor and refrigerant are specially handled under the EPA framework. Very little of the unit, when you reach out to The Junkluggers for removal, goes to waste.

Book your free on-site estimate online or call 1-800-LUG-JUNK. The Junkluggers of New Haven County serves: New Haven, West Haven, Hamden, Milford, Branford, Guilford, and Cheshire.