JUNK-A-SAURUS🏠 HomeHow to Dispose of a Refrigerator or Appliance in Utah
Old appliances are heavy, awkward, and can't just go to the curb — fridges and freezers contain refrigerant (freon) that has to be handled properly under federal rules. Here's how to get rid of one the easy way.
Why you can't just toss a fridge
Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners contain refrigerant that must be recovered before the unit is scrapped. Many transfer stations charge an extra fee for appliances with freon, and curbside trash won't take them at all.
Your options
- Retailer haul-away — some stores remove your old unit when they deliver a new one (often for a fee).
- Scrap/recycle yourself — possible, but you'll do the heavy lifting and handle the dump fees.
- Appliance pickup — we carry it out (even from a basement), load it, and recycle it responsibly.
The easy way in the Salt Lake & Utah valleys
Junk-A-Saurus does same-day appliance removal — fridges, washers, dryers, water heaters, ovens, and more. You don't lift a thing. Text a photo to 801-516-9569 for a free quote.
Why fridges need special handling
Refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners contain refrigerant that has to be recovered properly before the unit is scrapped — you can't just leave one at the curb. They're also heavy and awkward to move without scratching floors or doorways. We disconnect the appliance, get it out without the drama, and send the metal to recyclers so it's dealt with the right way instead of taking up space in a landfill.
Serving the Salt Lake & Utah valleys
Junk-A-Saurus is based in Draper and hauls across both valleys — including Sandy, South Jordan, West Jordan and Riverton in the Salt Lake Valley, plus Lehi, American Fork, Lindon and Orem down in the Utah Valley. Wherever you are, you get the same deal: a free, upfront quote, all the lifting and loading handled, and same-day service whenever we can fit you in. Call or text 801-516-9569 and we'll get you on the schedule.