How to Get Rid of
Old Appliances in Chicago

Ten ways to get rid of an old fridge, washer, stove or microwave, from donating and selling to scrap and recycling.

Chicago guide · Pickups from the $129 minimum

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10 ways to get rid of old appliances

Donate to local charities

Working, clean appliances can go to charities and reuse stores such as the Habitat for Humanity Chicago ReStore. Call first about accepted items.

Sell online

List it on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist or OfferUp with clear photos, the brand, model and condition, and a fair price.

Book a junk removal service

We carry it out and haul it away. Fridges start at $150 and a washer and dryer set is $185. See appliance removal.

Set it out for City pickup

Homes with City of Chicago garbage service (single-family homes and buildings with four or fewer units) can set large items in the alley next to their cart on collection day. Check current rules with CHI 311. Buildings with five or more units use private haulers. Remove refrigerator and freezer doors first for safety.

Sell to an appliance reseller

Some shops buy working used appliances to refurbish and resell.

Give it to a repair shop

If it's fixable, a local repair shop may take it for parts or repair.

Ask about retailer haul-away

When you buy a new appliance, many retailers offer to take the old one at delivery.

Bring it to a scrap yard

Washers, dryers, stoves and water heaters are mostly steel, and scrap yards may pay for the metal. Call ahead about refrigerant appliances.

Hold a garage sale

Clean it, price it and advertise in neighborhood groups.

Give it to friends or neighbors

Someone may need a spare fridge or microwave. Make sure it works and is clean.

Fridges, freezers & AC units: refrigerant

Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers and window AC units contain refrigerant that has to be recovered by a certified technician before the appliance is scrapped. The ENERGY STAR recycling page explains why this matters and how to find a responsible recycler. See also our refrigerator removal page.

Appliance pickup prices

Item or load	Starting price
Refrigerator	$150
Washer or dryer	$125
Washer & dryer set	$185
Stove / oven	$125

Starting prices from our pricing page. Minimum charge: $129.