Working appliances
You also can donate working appliances like stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers* and washing machines. They need to be clean and in good working order.
Appliances Accepted for Pickup: Home Depot offers free pick up of used appliances of all kinds, from old dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers to oven ranges and stovetops.
For an old refrigerator, you can expect to earn around $15 to $30 at a scrap yard.
Your selling for cash options range from yard sales to online selling sites to second-hand appliance shops. In addition, a number of states and municipalities offer rebate programs for old refrigerators as do many power and utility companies.
Check with Your State Energy Office or Local Electric Utility. Local utilities and energy-efficiency organizations support a growing number of refrigerator and freezer recycling programs. Some programs offer cash to recycle your old fridge; others offer utility bill credits. Ask about Municipal Pick-Up of Appliances.
Misconception #1: Scrap Yards Won't Accept Appliances
Every scrap yard is different, but many do accept common household appliances such as refrigerators or microwaves. If you have an old appliance and you're not sure what to do with it, contact your local scrap yard.
Costco Logistics will Haul Away appliances, including built-in appliances (such as Viking, Sub Zero, Monograms, etc.), as long as they have been uninstalled. Refrigerator doors will be removed if required to remove the old appliance from the member's home.
How do I return a major appliance? Call Online Customer Care at 1-800-455-3869 to discuss next steps and home pickup eligibility. If you used a debit card in-store to buy your appliance, simply bring your receipt to the store, and we'll happily process your refund for you!
Our Top Pick: LG produces excellent refrigerators that perform well in our tests and receive high satisfaction ratings from consumers, including our survey participants. The Smart French Door Refrigerator with Dual Ice Maker stands out for its simple, user-friendly design and customizable features.
As with all appliances in the 21st century, antique and vintage fridges are typically worth a couple thousand dollars unrestored and a few thousand more when restored. Even restored refrigerators shouldn't be reaching the $10,000 mark, so if you see a listing with that steep of a price, you should head for the hills.
If you would like to donate goods, you can drop them off at the nearest Salvation Army location or arrange for a pickup. Finally, if you would like to volunteer your time, contact your local Salvation Army learn more about available opportunities.
You can make money with your old fridge by selling it online (such as on Facebook or Craigslist), placing ads in your local newspapers, or by selling it for scrap metal if it's no longer in working condition.
Let's say you have a 5-year-old GE refrigerator that originally cost $750. Depreciation per year: $750 / 15 years (expected lifespan) = $50 Life left: 15 - 5 = 10 years Value: 10 years x $50 = $500 If the refrigerator is in excellent condition and there's high demand in your area, you might price it around $500.
Sell It to a Scrapyard
Another option is to sell your old refrigerator to a scrapyard to make some money back on the appliance. To sell a refrigerator for scrap, you first need to have the refrigerant removed and the lines capped by a licensed repair company.
Appliance haul away refers to the removal and disposal of old appliances. Haul away is an additional cost during an appliance purchase. For Pros, haul away is free with product purchase only.
While your old refrigerator may still look good and work well, if it is more than 15 years old, it's more than likely using a significant amount of energy -- in fact, more than twice the energy of a new ENERGY STAR certified model.
We will haul away these major appliances from your home for $59.99 when a replacement product is delivered by Geek Squad® or Best Buy Home Delivery. Then we will make sure it is properly and safely recycled.