Your Guide to Responsible Appliance Replacement at Plesser's Appliances

At Plesser's Appliances, we know that purchasing a new refrigerator, washer, or oven is an investment in your home's efficiency and style. It's an exciting time, but one important question often follows: What is the most responsible way to handle my old appliance?

The answer is crucial. Large appliances contain resources like steel, copper, and chemicals that require proper management. Our commitment goes beyond the sale—it includes making the sustainable disposal of your old unit easy and convenient.

Here is your comprehensive guide from the experts at Plesser's Appliances on how to responsibly recycle or donate your old kitchen and laundry units, taking into account our available delivery services.

Option 1: Plesser's Haul-Away & Recycling Service (The Easiest Choice)

When you purchase a new appliance, the simplest and most stress-free option is to let us handle the removal of the old one. This option directly integrates with your new appliance delivery.

How Our Haul-Away Service Works with Your Delivery

Our Haul-Away service removes and responsibly recycles your old unit. Just add it to your order at checkout.

• Integrated Removal: Our delivery team will take away one similar item from the delivery location when you have purchased the haul-away service.
• The Responsible Route: We send all collected appliances to certified recycling partners. These partners recover metals and plastics and safely handle hazardous materials, such as refrigerants (Freon).
• A Crucial Prep Step: Before your delivery—either Standard Curbside or Gold Insured Inside Uncrated & Inspected—please ensure your old appliance is emptied of all contents, uninstalled from connections, and unplugged or disconnected from power. If you have purchased Installation Services from Plesser's, our technicians will disconnect your old unit for you during the installation process.

If you choose Standard Curbside Delivery with Haul-Away:

• You must disconnect, unplug, empty, and move the old appliance to the curb for the driver.

If you choose Gold Insured Inside Delivery with Haul-Away:

• If installation is not purchased, you must disconnect, unplug, and empty the old appliance. Our team will remove it from the room you choose.

If you choose Installation Service with Haul-Away:

• You only need to empty the old appliance. Our technician will disconnect it, and the driver will remove it.

Important: If you want your old appliance moved (not recycled) to another location on your property, such as a garage or basement, you can purchase the haul-away service and choose relocation instead of removal. Drivers will not reconnect relocated appliances to home utilities.

Option 2: Donate Your Functional Appliance

If your current appliance is still in good working condition and you are simply upgrading, donating is the most impactful and sustainable choice. Reusing an item extends its lifespan and directly benefits someone in your community.

Where to Donate Locally

• Habitat for Humanity ReStore accepts new and gently used appliances, with the proceeds funding local housing initiatives. Many locations offer free pickup for large donations.
• Local charities, shelters, and thrift stores often need working appliances for use in homes or for resale.

Plesser's only moves or recycles your old appliance with haul-away service. You must coordinate donation pickups directly with charities.

Option 3: Local Recycling or Utility Programs

If your appliance is broken or too inefficient to donate, local programs offer responsible alternatives for disposal.

• Utility Rebate Programs: Many power companies offer incentives and free haul-away for old, inefficient refrigerators and freezers. These programs aim to remove "energy vampires" from the grid. Check your utility provider's website for details.
• Contact your local waste management company for information on appliance pickup schedules or options for scrap metal yards.

Making the Responsible Choice

Recycling or reusing old appliances conserves resources, reduces landfill waste, and protects the environment. Plesser’s Haul-Away service seamlessly removes your old appliance when your new one is delivered, so you can enjoy your upgrade.

Add Haul-Away and Recycling Service to your order today for a seamless, eco-friendly appliance upgrade.