Broken appliance that's leaking or smells
If water has pooled under the appliance, we let you know what we see underneath after it's out, so the floor or subfloor can be checked.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Elmhurst, IL
Old fridge, range, dishwasher or wall oven? We disconnect it safely, carry it out of your Elmhurst home and get it recycled.
- Installers working in Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Appliance removal jobs we handle in Elmhurst
Getting rid of an old kitchen appliance starts behind it: a gas line to cap, a water line to shut, a hardwired cable to make safe. In Elmhurst we disconnect each unit properly, protect the floor and doorways on the way out and take it to recycling, so the space is clean and ready for what comes next.
Doorways and stairs too tight for the appliance
Big fridges often won't clear a doorway without taking the doors or handles off. We remove them, move the unit and pad every corner.
Microwave, hood or small built-ins
Over-the-range microwaves, range hoods and trash compactors come out too. We take down the bracket, cap the wiring or duct and remove the unit.
Removal when the new appliance is coming from a store
Not every retailer takes the old unit, or only takes it if it's already unhooked. We disconnect and remove it, before delivery day or after.
Second fridge or freezer in the garage or basement
Spare fridges and freezers are usually in the hardest spots to reach. We handle the stairs and the tight corners.
Clearing the kitchen before a remodel
Before demolition, we take out the range, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and hood in one visit so the crew can start on clean walls.
Gas range that needs disconnecting
Before a gas stove can leave, the shutoff is closed, the connector removed and the gas outlet capped. We do it carefully and check the cap for leaks.
Old refrigerator or freezer that has to go
We remove old fridges and chest or upright freezers, cap the water supply behind them and send them for refrigerant recovery and recycling.
Included with the install
- 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 capValve closed, connector removed, outlet capped and checked for leaks.
- Electrical made safeCords unplugged; hardwired units disconnected with the breaker off and wires capped in a covered box.
- Doors, handles and trim removed when neededWe take off what's needed to get through the doorway.
- Carry-outUnits strapped to an appliance dolly and moved out on the planned route.
- Recycling or donationEach appliance goes to recycling or reuse, not to the curb.
Models, parts and fittings
Microwaves and range hoodsOver-the-range, built-in and countertop microwaves, plus old hoods.
Wine and beverage coolersUndercounter coolers, which also contain refrigerant and go for recovery.
Ranges, ovens and cooktopsGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and drop-in cooktops.
Disconnect partsGas caps, water line caps, wire connectors and junction box covers.
Refrigerators and freezersTop-freezer, side-by-side, French-door, built-in, chest and upright freezers.
Before and after: kitchens near Elmhurst
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elmhurst
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elmhurst. What we started with: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: a fridge and stove that had reached the end. After: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included electrical made safe, doors, handles and trim removed when needed, plus carry-out.
Before
AfterVilla Park kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen appliance removal
This one is a 1980s two-story in Villa Park. Before: almond appliances. What bothered the owners most: a set of worn-out appliances from another era. The result: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included floor and doorway protection, electrical made safe, plus recycling or donation.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Villa Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Appliance Removal in a 1980s two-story, Lombard
The site: a 1980s two-story in Lombard. What we started with: black appliances. The main complaint was working appliances being swapped out in a remodel. The result: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included floor and doorway protection, gas disconnect and cap, plus carry-out.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Lombard →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1960s ranch, Elmhurst
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, creamy quartzite-look quartz counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elmhurst →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Elmhurst
What changed: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elmhurst →Install day
- Tell us what's goingLet us know which units and how many floors or steps are involved.
- Written estimateA clear price for each appliance and any extra disconnect work.
- Disconnect and removeWe make each hookup safe and move the units out carefully.
- Recycle and clean upOld appliances are dropped off responsibly and the kitchen left clean.
Kitchen Appliance Removal questions from Elmhurst homeowners
Can you take an appliance that still works?
Yes, and a working appliance may find a new home instead of the scrapyard.
How much does appliance removal cost?
Number of appliances, access and disconnect work drive the price. We put it in writing up front.
Can you remove an appliance from the basement or second floor?
Yes. Tell us about the stairs when you book so we plan the crew size.
Do I need to empty or defrost the fridge first?
Yes, empty it. Defrosting overnight keeps water off the floor during the move.
Do you disconnect the gas and water?
We do. Disconnecting is part of the job, not something you have to arrange.
Do I need a permit for appliance removal in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. Elmhurst's rule in short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building).
Do you work in my part of Elmhurst?
Yes. Our crews work across Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
Working in Elmhurst
- A lot of Elmhurst kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elmhurst homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60126
Kitchen Appliance Removal nearby
Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.