The landfill should be the last resort for disposing of an old appliance…recycling is always the best option when possible
Laguna Hills CA – The local appliance repair technicians are often asked what to do with an old appliance when a customer is told it is not worth fixing. Many think it is a shame to throw it out when there are so many useable parts. Besides being wasteful, the landfills are already over-full and they just don’t need our old appliances.
When a broken appliance requires an expensive repair, most of the cost is labor charges, so the owner will choose to buy a new one. On the other hand, there may be way to save the appliance. One option is to see if there is a used appliance store in the area that will refurbish and resell it. If they cannot fix it they might be able to recycle many of the parts thus reducing waste and saving precious limited resources.
According to the local appliance repair man, most communities have their own procedures for disposing of old appliances. Owners should call their department of public works and ask about the collection and recycling of appliances in the area.
The refrigerator repair man warns residents about putting the unit out to the street. Before throwing out an old refrigerator, a certified technician must be called to remove and dispose of the refrigerant. Owners should also remove the door to prevent a child from being trapped inside.
ASAP Appliance Service (http://appliancerepairlagunabeach.blogspot.com/) has a final tip for people who need to purchase new appliances. Owners should contact their local utility company to see if they offer an energy incentive program. Chances are they will collect and recycle old appliances. Some utility providers offer rebates or discounts for purchasing Energy Star Rated appliances.
ASAP Appliance Repair is a family owned business that has served the Orange County area for over 20 years. Owners Lance & Charlene Riddle began the business in1990, after celebrating 21 years in the appliance repair business.
Maintenance is the best way to save money by preventing breakdown, improving efficiency and extending the life of the appliance. Visit the Appliance Repair Laguna Hills website at http://appliancerepairlagunahills.blogspot.com/ to find a service technician to help with appliance maintenance service and repair.
ASAP will send their friendly neighborhood appliance service technician to provide honest and affordable service. The technician will not perform an expensive appliance repair without informing the customer if the appliance is not worth fixing.
About ASAP Appliance Service San Clemente:
ASAP Appliance Service provides appliance parts and appliance repair done by friendly professionals. When home appliances need maintenance or repair ASAP will send a local appliance service technician to get things working again quickly and efficiently. ASAP provides services on all major appliance brands including KitchenAid, Kenmore, Samsung, Maytag, Whirlpool and many more. Their fully-stocked trucks are in the neighborhood daily, prepared to provide prompt appliance repair and service.