Second fridge or freezer in the garage or basement
That extra refrigerator in the garage or the old chest freezer in the basement often gets left for years. We carry it up or out and send it for recycling.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Addison, IL
Old fridge, range, dishwasher or wall oven? We disconnect it safely, carry it out of your Addison home and get it recycled.
- Serving Addison ZIP 60101
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Appliance removal jobs we handle in Addison
Our Addison crews remove refrigerators, freezers, ranges, wall ovens, cooktops, dishwashers and microwaves, one at a time or a whole kitchen before a remodel. We do the lifting and the stairs, and the old units go to recyclers or donation instead of the curb.
Old refrigerator or freezer that has to go
A refrigerator can't simply be tossed. Ours go to recyclers that pull the refrigerant and oil first, then process the rest.
Appliance that still works and could be donated
A replacement isn't always about a broken appliance. When yours still runs, donation is an option we offer.
Broken appliance that's leaking or smells
A fridge that died with food inside or a dishwasher that's been leaking needs careful handling. We empty, seal and remove it without spreading the mess.
Hardwired wall oven or cooktop removal
Built-in ovens and cooktops are often wired straight into a junction box. We turn off the breaker, disconnect the cable and cap the wires safely in the box.
Removal when the new appliance is coming from a store
If the store's haul-away doesn't fit your schedule or skips gas and water units, we take care of the old appliance ourselves.
Protecting floors and walls on the way out
We lay runners and use appliance dollies with straps so a heavy range or fridge doesn't scratch hardwood or tear vinyl.
Clearing the kitchen before a remodel
When a remodel is about to start, every appliance has to come out first. We disconnect them all, cap the utilities and leave the room empty.
What the install includes
- Walkthrough and route checkDoorways, stairs and the hookups behind each unit are checked first.
- Floor and doorway protectionRunners down, corners and frames padded before anything moves.
- Gas disconnect and capThe gas supply is shut off and sealed where the range was.
- Water and drain disconnectSupply valves shut, lines removed and capped, drains released and plugged.
- Electrical made safeCords unplugged; hardwired units disconnected with the breaker off and wires capped in a covered box.
- Doors, handles and trim removed when neededAppliance doors or handles come off so the unit clears tight spots.
- Carry-outWe lift and roll each appliance out without dragging it.
Models, parts and fittings
Ranges, ovens and cooktopsFreestanding stoves and built-in cooking appliances.
Wine and beverage coolersUndercounter coolers, which also contain refrigerant and go for recovery.
Microwaves and range hoodsOver-the-range, built-in and countertop microwaves, plus old hoods.
Dishwashers and compactorsUndercounter units disconnected from water, drain and power.
Disconnect partsGas caps, water line caps, wire connectors and junction box covers.
Kitchens like yours in Addison: before and after
Before
AfterAn Addison 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story in Addison, a typical kitchen for Addison. Before: black appliances. What bothered the owners most: working appliances being swapped out in a remodel. The result: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included gas disconnect and cap, electrical made safe, plus doors, handles and trim removed when needed.
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen appliance removal
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wood Dale, a typical kitchen for Wood Dale. What we started with: almond appliances. The reason for the call: a set of worn-out appliances from another era. Finished kitchen: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. On site this meant walkthrough and route check, gas disconnect and cap, plus electrical made safe.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterItasca kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen appliance removal
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Walnut Street downtown. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. The reason for the call: a fridge and stove that had reached the end. Finished kitchen: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included walkthrough and route check, water and drain disconnect, plus doors, handles and trim removed when needed.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Addison
Cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →
Before
AfterAddison kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Addison →Install day
- Tell us what's goingLet us know which units and how many floors or steps are involved.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate covering disconnects, carry-out and recycling.
- Disconnect and removeUtilities shut and capped, floors protected, appliances carried out.
- Recycle and clean upUnits delivered to recyclers or donation and the space swept.
Kitchen Appliance Removal questions from Addison homeowners
Will you remove appliances before my remodel starts?
We do. It's one of the most common reasons people call us.
Can you take an appliance that still works?
Yes, and a working appliance may find a new home instead of the scrapyard.
What happens to my old appliance?
Fridges and freezers go to facilities that recover the refrigerant; other units go to metal recyclers. Working ones can go to donation.
Do you disconnect the gas and water?
Yes. Nothing is left open or live where the appliance used to be.
Do I need to empty or defrost the fridge first?
Please empty it, and if you can, unplug it a day ahead with a towel underneath so the freezer can drain.
Do I need a Addison-registered contractor for appliance removal?
Addison does not require contractor registration, but trade licenses and a Letter of Intent must be submitted with each permit application. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for appliance removal in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60101
Kitchen Appliance Removal nearby
Other kitchen services in Addison
Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.