Old or broken appliances taking up space? Don’t let outdated appliances clutter your home or business. Junk It Junk offers professional, eco-friendly appliance disposal services throughout Portland and the surrounding areas. Our experienced team makes the process quick, safe, and stress-free, ensuring that your unwanted appliances are removed responsibly.
Understanding Appliance Disposal Challenges in Portland
Electronic waste, like old appliances, can hurt the environment and our health. If we toss them out the wrong way, they can leak harmful chemicals into soil and water. Because landfills are full, throwing away appliances is not a good choice anymore.
The Growing Problem of Electronic Waste
Electronic waste keeps increasing as new gadgets and devices are released. This makes people discard their old electronics more frequently. Recycling can help recover important materials. It also reduces the use of resources and safely manages harmful waste, which helps protect our environment.
Risks of Improper Appliance Disposal
Throwing away appliances the wrong way can be harmful. Many appliances have gases and dangerous metals like mercury and lead. This practice can worsen climate change and damage our environment. Disposing of them safely helps prevent these issues and avoids injuries when lifting heavy objects.
Give Us a Call or Book Online
Just give us a ring or book online to set up a consultation for getting rid of your old appliances. We’ll chat about what you need and pick a time that works best for you for us to swing by.
Get an On-Site Quote
When we visit, we’ll check out the appliances you want to remove. We’ll look at their size and how many there are. Then we’ll give you a fair, straightforward quote—no hidden fees or surprises.
Removal and Eco-Friendly Disposal
Once you’re okay with the quote, our team gets to work. We’ll handle all the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to lift a finger. If your appliances are still in good shape, we’ll donate them. If not, we’ll make sure they’re recycled properly. We’re committed to keeping things as eco-friendly as possible.
We offer complete appliance removal services in Portland, OR. Our team can handle many types of appliances, big and small.
Our appliance removal services include:
Kitchen Appliances: From large refrigerators and freezers to stoves, ovens, dishwashers, and microwaves, we remove it all.
Laundry Appliances: We handle washers, dryers, and even the heaviest laundry units.
Air Conditioning Units and Heaters: Safely dispose of air conditioners and heaters to ensure they are handled according to environmental standards.
Small Household Appliances: Don’t hesitate to call us for smaller items like coffee makers, blenders, toasters, water heaters and more.
Whether you want to remove one appliance or you are doing a full kitchen or laundry room makeover, we can do it all. Our team will come to your place on time. They will carefully disconnect and remove your unwanted appliances. We make sure to dispose of them safely and responsibly.
When you need to get rid of appliances in Portland, we are a great choice. We focus on being eco-friendly and providing excellent customer service. Our goal is to offer solutions that are good for the environment and easy for you, giving you peace of mind.
We believe in responsible practices for the environment. Our team works hard to recycle and reuse appliances. This helps reduce waste and the impact on nature when disposing of appliances.
Experienced Professionals Committed to Sustainability
We are a removal service owned and operated here in Portland, Oregon. Our team cares about the environment. We aim to cut down waste and protect our planet by keeping electronic waste out of landfills.
Here is what we do to support sustainability:
Transparent Pricing Without Hidden Fees
At our company, we believe in clear pricing. We give upfront and fair rates. This means that our clients can expect no surprises. When you pick our appliance removal service, you can trust that the price we tell you is the price you will pay.
We do not use hidden fees or extra charges. Our pricing looks at things like the type and number of appliances you want removed. This makes it simple for you to know the final cost.
We provide clear and competitive pricing for appliance removal services:
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Assess and Prepare
Start by sizing up the appliance and its location. Note any obstacles like narrow doorways or stairs and see if you’ll need to take it apart to get it out. Also, check any connections—like power cords or water lines—that you’ll need to disconnect.
Unplug and Disconnect
Unplug the appliance. If it’s hooked up to a water line, such as a fridge with an ice maker or a washing machine, shut off the water supply and disconnect the hoses. Drain any remaining water to avoid spills.
Take Off Doors or Other Parts (if necessary)
For appliances that are too large to fit through doors or hallways, remove any doors, handles, or other parts that stick out. This will make it easier to maneuver. Empty out any drawers or shelves to lighten the load, especially for fridges.
Carefully Move Through Tight Spaces
Take it slow through tight spots, tilting and angling the appliance if needed. If you’re working with a team, have someone guide the route and go easy to avoid bumping walls or floors.
Load into Vehicle Securely
Place the appliance in the vehicle, putting heavier items in first to keep things stable. Secure it with straps or ropes so it won’t shift around, and cover it with blankets or padding to prevent scratches.
Transport to a Disposal or Recycling Facility
Drive carefully to avoid sudden stops or turns that might make the appliance shift. Take it to a certified recycling or disposal center. For items like air conditioners with refrigerants, make sure they go to a facility that can handle hazardous materials safely.
Dispose or Recycle Responsibly
Once at the facility, the appliance will be sorted. Usable materials, like metal and plastic, are separated out for recycling. Hazardous materials, like refrigerants, are disposed of according to environmental rules to keep them from contaminating the environment.
Clean Up the Area
After the appliance is out, do a quick clean-up of the space. Wipe down any dirt or dust left behind, and make sure water connections or outlets are safely sealed if they won’t be used again.
We take away many types of appliances in the Portland, Oregon metro area. This includes refrigerators, ovens, washers, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves, and more.
We work hard to dispose of waste responsibly. We partner with certified recycling centers in Portland, Oregon. These centers take care of appliances and make sure they are disposed of properly. They follow environmental rules to do this.
Our service needs very little preparation from you. It’s best if you make sure the appliance is easy to reach. If you need help with disconnecting a water line or an appliance, like a washing machine, dishwasher, or freezer, please tell us.
We usually try to provide appliance disposal services on the same day or the next day in Portland, Oregon. This depends on availability. To find out what is available, call us at (503) 663-9330 during our business hours.
For junk removal of appliances containing freon, like fridges and AC units, we ensure they’re safely transported to certified facilities for proper handling. Call us at our phone number to arrange responsible removal of any freon-containing items.
Pricing depends on the type and number of appliances you need removed. We’re happy to give you a free estimate upfront so you know exactly what to expect, with no hidden fees.
Yes, we do. Our team is used to working in multi-story buildings and apartments. We’re careful with stairs, hallways, and elevators to make sure everything is removed safely.
Absolutely! We can haul away any type of appliance, whether it’s broken, outdated, or no longer working. We’ll make sure it’s properly disposed of.
Yes, as much as possible. We partner with local recycling centers to repurpose materials like metal, plastic, and glass from appliances, giving them a second life.
You can schedule by giving us a call or booking online. We’ll help you find a time that works best for you, then take care of the rest.
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