Refrigerator Removal in Elk, Washington

First things first: be sure to remove the contents and unplug your refrigerator 6 to 8 hours before moving it. Plan ahead! Make sure you have access to a truck. It's also helpful to have a dolly, hand truck, and moving straps at your disposal.

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.

Old furniture, mattresses, appliances and the like. The cost is $30 per item, the same as the minimum charge at the transfer stations. ( Refrigerators are $38.) Call SPU Customer Service at (206) 684-3000 to arrange a bulky item collection.

To dispose of a mattress in Spokane, you can schedule a bulky item pickup with the city (call 311) for a fee, take it to a Spokane County Transfer Station (like North or Valley) for recycling/disposal fees, use private haulers like 1-800-GOT-JUNK or LoadUp for pickup, or explore donation options if it's in good shape. For DIY, you can disassemble it to separate metal, wood, and foam for recycling/trash, but professional haulers offer ease.