Water heater removal service
In Pennsylvania, it has been made illegal to throw oversized metal items in the dump as part of its curbside collection. It is important to take note that illegal dumping is a crime and can result in possible vehicle confiscation, prison time of up to five years, or a maximum fine of $10,000.
Water heaters last an average of eight to 12 years.
Common wear and tear over time may cause a need for the replacement of a water heater. Other reasons could be that the tank is faulty or has sprung a leak. As a result, a new water heater needs to be bought. This can bring up a whole new concern – water heater disposal.
Water heater disposal possibly didn’t cross your mind until after you bought your new water heater. Now you are left with two water heaters and don’t know a thing about water heater disposal.
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Certain Types of Oversized Metal Items Such As:
Stoves, washing machines, refrigerators, and water heaters.
What Measures Should You Take When Disposing Of A Water Heater?
- Start by turning off your water heater. If you have a gas heater, you can cut off the valve to switch it off.
- Now, turn off the water supply for the tank and open the hot water faucets in the house. Drain your tank completely by using a garden hose. In other cases, you can unscrew the connection, disconnect the pipes and remove the water heater. However, be careful when doing this as it can be heavy.
Once the tank is empty, you’re ready to look into how you can dispose of the water heater.
Why Can’t You Throw A Hot Water Heater In The Dumpster?
One very serious reason as to why water heaters can’t be disposed of in a dumpster is because its void space can collect harmful gases within the landfills.
Water Heater Disposal and Recycling In Philadelphia
EZ Clean Up offers a pick-up, removal, and recycling service that makes water heater disposal easy. Not only do we pick up your water heater, but we clean up as well. All you need to do is call us and we’ll take care of the rest.
As this oversized waste is metal, it can be scrapped. We take care of that for you and whatever money you receive from the water heater disposal automatically gets credited from your bill. It’s that simple and easy.
Minimum Requirements
We are a full-service junk removal service as well as a site clean-up contractor. Because of this, we are unable to commit our resources to jobs that don’t meet our certain minimum requirements. There needs to be a significant amount of waste needed to be disposed of for us to complete the job.
You can find out if you meet our minimum requirements for our services calling us on (215) 678-2040 or complete our online form to receive a quote.
EZ Clean-Up offers the rental of dumpsters. The amount of waste needed to be removed will help determine if you need a rental dumpster. We are willing to help you in any way we can to find the best solution for your water heater disposal and recycling in Philadelphia.
How Does It Work?
Our process is kept easy and straight-forward. All you need to do is complete these three steps:
- Take a photo of the water heater you wish to dispose of.
- Send the photo to us by uploading the photo as well as the necessary details through any of our contact options.
- As a result of this, we’ll send a non-obligation quote that is free. You can easily select a convenient pick-up date if you wish to go forward with the quote. Our team can make a timely appearance to take care of your water heater disposal for you once you have accepted the quote.
Why Choose EZ Clean-Up?
We are an eco-friendly junk removal company that operates in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, and Delaware Counties. EZ Clean-up is professional and reliable. Added to this, we offer same day service. All you need to do is tell us what you need done and we can handle the rest. We’re a licensed and insured contractor with professional, friendly, and efficient crew that are happy to help you in any way you need.
Not only do we offer a ten percent discount for seniors, but we also participate in the re-sale or recycling of your junk. Any money received gets credited from your bill. This makes removing of residential junk cheaper than ever with us. Trust in EZ Clean-Up as we make your water heater disposal “EZ” – It’s in our name after all!
Time to get rid of old Water heater
A few clicks and your old Water heater gone…