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Refrigerator Removal in Hampton Roads

Refrigerator and freezer removal is regulated. Both contain refrigerant (Freon or R-134a / R-410A in newer units), which requires EPA-certified recovery before disposal. PoofHaul haulers who handle fridges hold the cert; the bid you see covers EPA-compliant disposal.

Typical price: $120 to $220 for standard fridge or freezer, $180 to $280 for side-by-side or commercial-style
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How refrigerator removal works on PoofHaul

  1. Snap a photo + confirm it's a fridge or freezer

    Standard fridge, side-by-side, freezer chest, mini-fridge, or wine cooler. Size + condition help haulers price the haul.

  2. Get bids from EPA-cert haulers

    Only haulers with EPA Section 608 certification can legally remove and transport refrigerant appliances. PoofHaul filters those bids to the front.

  3. Refrigerant recovery + disposal

    Hauler removes refrigerant per EPA rules, then routes the unit to a facility that accepts CFC appliances (SPSA charges $16 per CFC appliance on top of tonnage).

What we typically haul

  • Standard top-freezer fridge

    Most common; baseline pricing

  • Side-by-side or French-door fridge

    Heavier and wider; truck space + carry difficulty matter

  • Chest freezer or upright freezer

    Same refrigerant rules apply

  • Mini-fridge or wine cooler

    Smaller but still has refrigerant; same EPA rules

  • Window AC unit

    Smaller refrigerant charge; sometimes bundled with fridge hauls

Before you book

  • Do not let an uncertified hauler take your fridge

    Removing refrigerant without certification is an EPA violation. The penalty is per-violation and falls on the hauler, but the appliance owner can be liable too. PoofHaul surfaces only haulers who can handle this legally.

  • Empty + clean before pickup

    Remove all food, defrost the freezer, and unplug 24 hours ahead. Mold-locked fridges still get hauled but cost more because of the smell + cleanup time.

Refrigerator Removal FAQ

How much does refrigerator removal cost in Hampton Roads?
$120 to $220 for a standard top-freezer fridge. Side-by-side and French-door models run $180 to $280 because of size + weight. The bid covers refrigerant recovery + EPA-compliant disposal.
Why is fridge removal more expensive than other appliances?
Two reasons: refrigerant recovery requires EPA Section 608 certification (a specific cert the hauler has to hold), and disposal facilities charge a per-unit fee for CFC appliances ($16 per unit at SPSA) on top of normal tonnage.
Can I just put it on the curb?
No. None of the HR cities collect appliances curbside, and removing refrigerant outside an EPA-regulated process is illegal. Schedule a pickup with a certified hauler.
What about a mini-fridge?
Same rules. Mini-fridges and wine coolers contain refrigerant and need EPA-certified handling. The price is usually lower because the unit is smaller.
Where does the unit end up?
After refrigerant recovery, units typically go to SPSA Regional Landfill in Suffolk (or SPSA Suffolk Transfer Station) where the body is shredded and the metal recycled. The refrigerant is reclaimed for re-use or destroyed per EPA rules.
Do I need to defrost the freezer?
Yes. Unplug 24 hours before pickup, leave the door cracked open, and put a towel down to catch melt. A defrosted fridge is faster to load and easier to weigh at the scale.
What if the fridge died and is full of rotten food?
Disclose it in the job description. Some haulers will pass; others will price it higher to cover cleanup time + smell. Avoid surprises by being honest about the condition.

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