Old fridges and freezers cannot be thrown away with normal rubbish. They contain refrigerant gases and electrical components that must be handled safely under environmental regulations.
Improper disposal can lead to fines — and many waste carriers won’t take them without specialist handling.
Why Fridges Require Special Disposal
Fridges contain:
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Refrigerant gases (harmful to the environment)
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Insulated foam
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Electrical components
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Compressors and metals
Because of this, they must be processed at licensed recycling facilities.
Your Disposal Options
Council Bulky Collection
Pros:
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Official collection service
Cons: -
Limited slots
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Charges per item
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You must move it outside
Recycling Centre Drop-Off
Requires:
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Suitable transport
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Safe lifting
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Appointment booking in many areas
Licensed White Goods Collection (Fastest Option)
Using All Junk (alljunk.co.uk) ensures:
✔ Safe handling
✔ Fully licensed waste carrier
✔ No lifting required
✔ Same-day or next-day options
✔ Responsible recycling
Areas We Cover
We collect fridges and freezers across:
Ashtead
Banstead
Chessington
Epsom
Kingston
Leatherhead
Surbiton
Sutton
Tolworth
Wimbledon
Get a Fixed Quote Today
If you need a fridge or freezer removed quickly and legally, contact All Junk for a fixed price collection and professional fridge and freezer removal.