Getting rid of an old water heater, oven, or other appliance can be a pain. You've got several main options, and they all have benefits and drawbacks. You can load it in your own truck and take it to a dump or recycling center, contact your local trash pickup to find out if they have a large item trash day, or you can hire a junk hauling service to take it away and dispose of it.

PROS:

• Cheapest option
• Can be done completely on your own schedule

CONS:

• Must have a vehicle that can do the job
• Can be dirty and may have unexpected costs at a disposal location
• Requires research to find the right place to disposal location

PROS:

• Trash pickup comes to you on scheduled days
• Is often included in your usual trash collection costs

CONS

• Could incur additional fees from your trash collector
• Can only be done on the scheduled large item days, which may be once a month
• Many local trash services limit the size and weight of large items

PROS:

• Can be scheduled for any day of the week
• Junk haulers will do the heavy lifting to remove and load the item
• Licensed and insured junk removal companies will dispose of the item in a responsible way

CONS:

• Hiring a third party costs more than DIY and local trash pickup (fuel costs, disposal fees, paying employees a fair wage, etc.)

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As you can see, there is no perfect option for every old appliance disposal situation. It is important to understand the costs and challenges involved with all options. While junk removal services may seem like a premium price, with charges usually starting around $100 for large items, you also get the benefit of haulers doing the hard work, convenient scheduling, and knowing that your item is being disposed of responsibly.

If you would like to talk to us about an old appliance, call us at 720-740-7200 or

Redecorating and sprucing up your living space can be a lot of fun until the time comes to find a way to get rid of your old furniture. For some, it's just a hassle trying to find a dumping facility, but for many there are additional environmental concerns.

Can I donate my old furniture?

Yes! The first thing to consider is whether the furniture is at the end of its useable life. If you think someone might be able to use it, there are many options from donation to resale that could take your old furniture and make it new to someone else. Denver has many charities and resale shops. We think reuse is the best option, and here are a few options in the Denver area:

https://armchairsamaritan.com/
https://www.habitatmetrodenver.org/
https://denverrescuemission.org/
https://www.thegoodusedcouch.com/

Should I just throw my old furniture away?

If it is beyond repair, badly soiled, or damaged in some other way, it is time to find a proper way to dispose of it. Recycling is the second best option to reuse. There may be furniture recycling facilities near you.

Many municipalities offer large item pickup as part of their trash collection, but there can be restrictions on what items are accepted. If you live in Denver and surrounding areas in Colorado, you might check those resources. Here are three local links:

Denver
https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Departments/Recycle-Compost-Trash/
Aurora
https://www.auroragov.org/residents/trash___recycling
Westminster
https://www.cityofwestminster.us/largeitemcleanup (Sorry, cancelled for 2021. Check back in 2022)

Whether you live in Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, Arvada, Thornton, or even as far out as Parker or Boulder, there are online resources from most municipalities to help you.

Who will haul my old furniture away for me?

What if you don't have the means or the time to drag your broken furniture to the dump, recycling facility, or wait for a large item trash day? That's where a junk hauling service comes in.

If you want to get rid of old furniture in Denver and surrounding areas in Colorado, one of the easiest ways to do it is to hire a junk hauling service. You won't have to wait for oversized trash collection days, and you won't have to ask friends to help load up your stuff and take it to a dump. At Sustainable Junk Removal, we handle the removal, loading, hauling, and disposal of your old furniture in Denver and surrounding areas.

Can I drop off my old furniture myself?

We are not a drop-off facility, but there are places that are open to the public. We do not have a comprehensive list of facilities in the area, so the best option is to use an internet search to find one near you. Be sure to call ahead and learn about the process for a dump facility. You will often find that the minimum fee and the time and effort are not really any savings over hiring us to take care of it for you, but make sure to cover your load if you do choose to haul it yourself!

One last note on what NOT to do when getting rid of old furniture. Never dump any trash illegally. That includes dropping donations off outside of the donation processing times or at locations that are not equipped to accept furniture. Not only is it bad for the environment and a terrible eyesore in a state as beautiful as Colorado, but getting caught comes with hefty fines.

Depending on the condition of the piece, it can be free to donate some used furniture at charity and resale shops, or you might even make a few bucks if you resell it yourself. It's always best to reuse before recycling or trash.

Here are even more ideas on the topic from the city of Denver.
Denvergov.org - Don't trash it. Donate it!