Does Lowe‘s Haul Away Old Appliances in 2024? A Complete Guide

As a home improvement expert with over 10 years of experience, one of the most common questions I get asked is: "Will Lowe‘s take away my old appliance when they deliver the new one?"

The answer is yes – Lowe‘s does offer an appliance haul away and recycling service. Based on my research and hands-on experience, here is an in-depth look at how it works.

Cost of Lowe‘s Appliance Haul Away

The cost for Lowe‘s to remove and dispose of an old appliance ranges from $25 to $50, depending on your location and the type/size of appliance. This covers the labor, transportation, and landfill fees.

However, Lowe‘s Pro members get free haul away as part of their membership perks. If you have an active Pro membership, there is no charge to have an old appliance removed.

Considering most landfills charge a $20-$75 fee directly to consumers for appliance drop-off, the Lowe‘s haul away service can represent significant savings.

The Growing Importance of Appliance Recycling

Appliance recycling is crucial since many components (like refrigerant gases) can be harmful to the environment. Proper end-of-life disposal recovers these materials.

• Over 75% of materials in recycled appliances get reused, according to the EPA
• Recycling 1 million refrigerators saves the energy equivalent of removing over 15,000 cars from roads permanently

Given these statistics, I strongly recommend utilizing Lowe‘s recycling program rather than unsafe DIY disposal.

Step-by-Step Guide to Scheduling Lowe‘s Haul Away

Here is exactly how to schedule a haul away when buying a replacement appliance:

1. Purchase a new appliance at Lowe‘s (in-store or online).
2. Select delivery and the "Haul Away Old Appliance" option.
3. On the scheduled date, the delivery team will:
   • Set up your new appliance
   • Drain, disconnect, and remove your old appliance
   • Transport the old appliance to a recycling facility
4. If issues, call the Lowe‘s Resolution Team immediately

This complete service ensures outdated energy-intensive units get sustainably recycled.

Should You Haul Away an Appliance Yourself?

You can coordinate DIY removal & disposal rather than paying Lowe‘s. But I strongly advise against private haul aways unless you are a qualified technician.

Attempting to drain and transport old fridges, washers or ranges on your own poses risks like:

• Injury from water leaks, sharp edges, heavy lifting
• Improper disposal of hazardous coolants/chemicals
• Fines for dumping large appliances illegally

Leave it to the experienced Lowe‘s pros to handle your old appliance – they make the process quick, easy and compliant.

Key Considerations When Hauling Away Appliances

Here is an overview of important factors related to Lowe‘s haul away services:

This covers the key details. Let me know if you have any other questions!