Condo removals and building rules
Removing appliances from a Mount Prospect condo usually means elevator booking and paperwork for management. We take care of both.
Serving Mount Prospect & nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Mount Prospect, IL
Old fridge, range, dishwasher or wall oven? We disconnect it safely, carry it out of your Mount Prospect home and get it recycled.
- Serving Mount Prospect ZIP 60056, 60005
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Appliance removal jobs we handle in Mount Prospect
A dead fridge in the garage or a stove that's being replaced doesn't have to sit around for weeks. We shut off and cap the connections, carry the unit out without scuffing walls or floors and haul it off from your Mount Prospect home.
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.
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.
Dishwasher removal without a flood
Old dishwashers hold water in the bottom and the lines. We drain and disconnect them properly so nothing spills on the floor.
Broken appliance that's leaking or smells
Dead refrigerators can smell badly and leak as they warm up. We tape the doors, keep it upright and carry it out over protected floors.
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.
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.
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
- Gas disconnect and capValve closed, connector removed, outlet capped and checked for leaks.
- Water and drain disconnectDishwasher and ice-maker lines closed and sealed.
- Electrical made safePower is cut and any exposed wiring left safely closed up.
- 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 donationRefrigerant appliances to facilities that recover the refrigerant, metal to recyclers, working units to donation where possible.
- CleanupThe empty space is swept and the area left ready for the next appliance.
Options to choose from
Refrigerators and freezersTop-freezer, side-by-side, French-door, built-in, chest and upright freezers.
Dishwashers and compactorsUndercounter units disconnected from water, drain and power.
Microwaves and range hoodsUnits that hang over the range or sit in a cabinet.
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.
What the work looks like in Mount Prospect homes
Before
AfterMount Prospect kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen appliance removal
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Mount Prospect. What we started with: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: old white appliances that needed to go. After: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included gas disconnect and cap, carry-out, plus recycling or donation.
Before
AfterDes Plaines kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen appliance removal
This one is a 1980s two-story in Des Plaines. The kitchen as it was: black appliances. What bothered the owners most: old units in the way of a new kitchen. Finished kitchen: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included doors, handles and trim removed when needed, recycling or donation, plus cleanup.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterArlington Heights kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen appliance removal
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Arlington Heights, a typical kitchen for Arlington Heights. The kitchen as it was: almond appliances. The reason for the call: a set of worn-out appliances from another era. After: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. The job covered gas disconnect and cap, water and drain disconnect, plus electrical made safe.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Arlington Heights →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1960s ranch, Mount Prospect
What changed: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterA Mount Prospect 1960s ranch: before and after
The same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Mount Prospect →From the old unit to the new one
- Tell us what's goingSend a list or photos of the appliances and where they sit in the house.
- 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 upUnits delivered to recyclers or donation and the space swept.
Kitchen Appliance Removal questions from Mount Prospect homeowners
Can you remove appliances from a condo?
Yes. We schedule within the building's moving hours.
Can you take an appliance that still works?
Yes. We remove it the same way, and if it's in good shape we try donation or reuse before recycling.
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.
Can I put an old refrigerator out with the garbage?
Not as normal garbage. Fridges and freezers go to facilities that recover the refrigerant first.
How much does appliance removal cost?
A single fridge from a ground-floor kitchen and a full set from a basement are priced differently. You get a line-item quote first.
What happens to the old appliance in Mount Prospect?
Republic Services collects approved bulk items weekly at no charge. Appliances (white goods) cost an extra fee paid on pickup day. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a Mount Prospect-registered contractor for appliance removal?
A Contractor's License is required for general contractors (and listed trades); $200, valid one year, applied for through the online portal. We take care of that before work starts.
Do Mount Prospect condo associations need to approve appliance removal?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do I need a permit for appliance removal in Mount Prospect?
It depends on the scope. Mount Prospect's rule in short: Kitchen remodels need a permit and a code review (about 10 business days). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services.
Do you work in my part of Mount Prospect?
Yes. Our crews work across Mount Prospect — ZIP 60056, 60005 — and nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village.
Working in Mount Prospect
- A lot of Mount Prospect kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60056ZIP 60005
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Other kitchen services in Mount Prospect
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.