Appliance Removal Guide

Scope of Works

• Confirm item list, access route and isolation of water / gas / electrics. • Disconnect appliances (water inlet, waste hose, gas flex, or flex plug). • Protect floors and doorframes; two-person team lifts items to van. • Load, strap and sheet appliances; transport to licensed WEEE facility. • Degas refrigeration units safely; segregate metals, plastics and PCBs. • Issue digital Waste-Transfer Note and recycle or donate wherever possible.

Typical Cost (VAT incl.)

Time on Site

Typical 30 – 60 minutes per appliance.Can stretch to 1–2 hours if units are integrated, hard-wired, up multiple flights of stairs, require degassing on site, or parking is distant.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

1. Are you a licensed waste carrier and will I receive a WEEE Waste-Transfer Note?

2. Does the quote include VAT, call-out, labour, disposal fees and any fridge-gas surcharge?

3. Will you disconnect water/gas/elec safely, or must these be isolated beforehand?

4. How many crew attend and are they insured for property damage?

5. Do stairs, tight corridors or on-street parking add to the price?

6. Where will the appliance be recycled and what percentage is diverted from landfill?

7. Can you collect on evenings or weekends, and what is the failed-collection fee?
   

How to Avoid Surprises

• Reserve a parking bay close to the entrance; arrange permits if required.

• Clear paths and measure doorways; remove fridge shelves and secure cables.

• Isolate and drain water lines or gas supply before the crew arrives.

• Tell the team about lifts, narrow stairs or integrated panels needing removal.

• Flag American-style fridges (heavier) or appliances above 25 kg for extra crew.

• Ensure pets and children are kept clear of moving heavy items.
  

All figures are typical UK averages for 2025 (incl. 20 % VAT). Always request a fixed written quote for your exact appliance list, access conditions and postcode.