The refrigerator dies, the old washer gets replaced, and the question that comes up almost every time is whether it can just go in the dumpster with everything else. It can't, and the reason is worth knowing before you're standing in the driveway trying to lift one.
Why Appliances Don't Go In
Refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, and similar appliances are heavy enough on their own to eat a meaningful chunk of a dumpster's included tonnage, and refrigeration units specifically carry refuse regulations around refrigerant that a standard construction and demolition landfill load isn't set up to handle. Tossing one in isn't a judgment call we're being precious about; it's a handling difference the landfill enforces.
How It Actually Works
Set the appliance beside the dumpster, not in it, and we pick it up on a separate truck for $25 each. It's a simple add-on, but we keep it off the online order form on purpose, since every job's mix of appliances is different; just mention it on the phone when you book and we'll add it to the ticket.
What Counts as an Appliance
Refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers, dishwashers, water heaters, and similar large household units. Smaller electronics, microwaves, window units, space heaters, generally aren't a problem for the dumpster itself, but when in doubt, ask when you call rather than guess and end up moving something twice.
Doing a Kitchen or Whole-House Cleanout
If you're clearing a kitchen during a remodel or handling an estate cleanout with a full set of old appliances, tell us the count when you book so we can plan the pickup truck alongside the dumpster delivery instead of scheduling a separate trip later. Most jobs with two or three appliances get them all picked up in one visit at $25 apiece, no extra delivery fee.
Got a fridge, washer, or water heater that needs to go? Mention it when you call (864) 871-4290 to book your dumpster, and it rides along on the same schedule. The full list of what does and doesn't go in the dumpster itself is on the acceptable items page, and every size and rate is on pricing.