Condo removals and building rules
We coordinate with the building office so the old units leave through the right door at the right time.
Serving Palatine & nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Palatine, IL
Old fridge, range, dishwasher or wall oven? We disconnect it safely, carry it out of your Palatine home and get it recycled.
- Serving Palatine ZIP 60067, 60074
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Appliance removal jobs we handle in Palatine
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 Palatine 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.
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.
Clearing the kitchen before a remodel
Out with the whole appliance set at once: connections safely capped and the kitchen cleared for new cabinets and floors.
Dishwasher removal without a flood
The supply is shut off, the drain hose released from the sink or disposal and the power disconnected before the unit comes out.
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.
Doorways and stairs too tight for the appliance
Basement stairs and narrow back doors are where old appliances get stuck. We measure the path, strip what has to come off and use the right dolly.
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.
Appliance that still works and could be donated
Working ranges and refrigerators are often wanted by reuse stores. Let us know, and we'll try donation before recycling.
What the install includes
- 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 safePower is cut and any exposed wiring left safely closed up.
- Doors, handles and trim removed when neededAppliance doors or handles come off so the unit clears tight spots.
- Carry-outUnits strapped to an appliance dolly and moved out on the planned route.
- CleanupThe empty space is swept and the area left ready for the next appliance.
Models, parts and fittings
Refrigerators and freezersTop-freezer, side-by-side, French-door, built-in, chest and upright freezers.
Microwaves and range hoodsOver-the-range, built-in and countertop microwaves, plus old hoods.
Disconnect partsThe fittings that leave the hookups safely closed after removal.
Dishwashers and compactorsBuilt-in dishwashers and trash compactors under the counter.
Ranges, ovens and cooktopsGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and drop-in cooktops.
Kitchen Appliance Removal before and after — Palatine homes
Before
AfterA Palatine two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine, a typical kitchen for Palatine. The kitchen as it was: almond appliances. The main complaint was a set of worn-out appliances from another era. The result: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. On site this meant water and drain disconnect, electrical made safe, plus carry-out.
Before
AfterA Lake Zurich two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lake Zurich, a typical kitchen for Lake Zurich. Before: black appliances. The main complaint was old units in the way of a new kitchen. Finished kitchen: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. Work included floor and doorway protection, doors, handles and trim removed when needed, plus cleanup.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Lake Zurich →
Before
AfterKitchen Appliance Removal in a 1990s two-story colonial, Hoffman Estates
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Hoffman Estates. What we started with: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: a fridge and stove that had reached the end. Finished kitchen: the empty, swept appliance spaces ready for the new appliances. On site this meant gas disconnect and cap, electrical made safe, plus doors, handles and trim removed when needed.
Kitchen Appliance Removal in Hoffman Estates →
Before
AfterA Palatine 1980s two-story: before and after
What changed: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with polished nickel pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a white herringbone tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Palatine →
Before
AfterA Palatine 1980s two-story: before and after
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Palatine →How the install goes
- 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 Palatine homeowners
Can you remove appliances from a condo?
Yes. We book the freight elevator, follow building rules and protect common areas.
How much does appliance removal cost?
It depends on how many units, their size, the stairs and whether gas, water or hardwired connections are involved. We give a written, itemized estimate.
Will you remove appliances before my remodel starts?
Yes. We clear every appliance, cap the utilities and leave the kitchen ready for demolition.
Can you remove an appliance from the basement or second floor?
Yes. We bring the right dolly and straps, protect the stairs and walls and carry it up or down safely.
Does Palatine pick up old appliances?
It depends on the hauler's program. We don't wait on a pickup date: we disconnect the appliance, carry it out and recycle it.
Do Palatine 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.
Palatine contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must be registered and bonded with the Village before a permit is issued. Registration is online and expires Dec 31 each year. We take care of that before work starts.
What happens to the old appliance in Palatine?
Bulk items go to the curb weekly at no charge (Groot). Large appliances/white goods are collected Wednesdays for $20. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for appliance removal in Palatine?
It depends on the scope. Palatine's rule in short: A permit is required to remodel a kitchen or to add/alter the electrical system. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections.
Do you work in my part of Palatine?
Yes. Our crews work across Palatine — ZIP 60067, 60074 — and nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Lake Zurich.
Working in Palatine
- A lot of Palatine kitchens date from the 1970s. 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 Permits & Inspections handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60067ZIP 60074
Kitchen Appliance Removal nearby
Other kitchen services in Palatine
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.