Fridge and freezer removal in Swansea
Fridges and freezers hold refrigerant gases and foam that must be dealt with properly. They are classed as hazardous waste electrical equipment, so they must not be dumped or broken up for scrap. Say on the post that it is a fridge or a freezer. Do not list it as scrap metal.
Posting is free. It does not book a van, and it does not mean anyone will send a price. You pay by card only after the job is marked complete. There is no customer fee. Swansea Council also runs a paid bulky waste collection that takes fridges and freezers. Check that page for the current price and for what it will not collect. Retailers often take an old one back when they deliver a new one, so it is worth asking.
What to put in your job post
- Fridge, freezer, or fridge-freezer, and how many.
- Whether it is empty, and the floor it is on.
- Stairs, a lift, or a step up to the kitchen.
- A photo. Mention if the door is off or the cabinet is damaged.
The legal bit
Questions
Is a fridge the same as scrap collection?
No. Scrap collection on The WasteGame has no cost to the customer, but a fridge or freezer must not be posted as scrap. Post it here so the carrier knows it needs proper disposal. A price, if you get one, is paid by card after the job is marked complete.
Does the council take fridges?
Swansea Council’s bulky waste collection lists fridges and freezers. The price is on that page. Check it, because it can change. You can also ask the retailer who delivers a new appliance.
Do I pay a deposit?
No. Posting is free and does not book a van. Card payment is only for a price you accepted, after the job is marked complete.
What if nobody sends a price?
You have not been charged. Use the council collection or a retailer take-back if those fit. Do not leave the appliance in the lane.