Old appliances are heavy, awkward, and often regulated by California disposal laws. Here's how Franks & Son handles appliance removal throughout Redding and Shasta County.
Why Appliance Removal Is More Complicated Than It Looks
Appliances are heavy, awkward, and in many cases regulated by California disposal laws. A standard upright refrigerator weighs 200 to 300 pounds and contains refrigerant that must be properly handled before disposal. A washing machine needs to be disconnected carefully to avoid water line and electrical issues. These are not items you want to wrestle alone down a flight of stairs.
Franks & Son removes appliances throughout Redding and Shasta County regularly. We have the equipment and the crew to handle heavy, awkward items without damaging your floors, walls, or doorframes in the process.
Appliances We Remove
- Refrigerators and chest freezers — all sizes including side-by-side and French door
- Washing machines and dryers — stacked units, front-load, top-load
- Dishwashers — freestanding and built-in
- Stoves, ranges, and ovens — gas and electric
- Microwaves — countertop and over-range
- Water heaters — standard tank and tankless units
- HVAC units — window ACs, portable units, mini-splits
- Chest freezers and wine coolers
The Refrigerant Situation
California law requires that refrigerant (Freon) be removed from refrigerators and freezers by a certified technician before the units can be scrapped or disposed of. This adds a step to the process and a small disposal fee, but it is non-negotiable under state environmental regulations.
When you book appliance removal with us for a fridge or freezer, that compliance is handled as part of the service. You do not need to coordinate it separately.
Getting Appliances Out of Tight Spaces
Older Redding homes often have narrow hallways, tight kitchen layouts, and doorframes that were not designed with appliance removal in mind. We carry door removal tools, furniture sliders, and appliance dollies built for awkward extractions. We've gotten refrigerators out of hallways that seemed physically impossible and washing machines up from below-grade laundry rooms.
- Measure your doorframes and hallways before booking — if it's tight, mention it
- Clear a path from the appliance to the front door or garage before we arrive
- Turn off and unplug the appliance the night before if possible
- Defrost and empty the refrigerator or freezer 24 hours ahead of pickup
- Disconnect washing machine hoses if you're comfortable doing it — we can handle it too
What Happens to Removed Appliances
Working appliances in good condition may be donated or resold. Non-working units are recycled for scrap metal wherever possible. California has recycling standards for appliances that keep most of the material out of the landfill. The specifics depend on the condition and age of each unit.
Appliance Removal in Redding, CA
One appliance or a full kitchen — we handle the heavy lifting throughout Redding and all of Northern California. Same-day and next-day available.
(530) 604-9821 — open 24/7.
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