If your fridge has malfunctioned and it’s costing you a fortune to get it repaired, it may end up being cheaper to just replace the unit altogether.
Commercial fridges and freezers contain coolant, also known as refrigerant or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) which circulates throughout the unit to keep it cool. These liquids can be dangerous to handle if a leak occurs, so disposing of a broken fridge is not as simple as having it taken to the dump, leaving it out for kerbside collection, or breaking it apart yourself.
It’s also no easy task to move a broken commercial unit by yourself. The best course of action is to hire a commercial fridge removal service so they can quickly and safely remove the fridge. These commercial movers have specialised transport vehicles, and they can ensure that the unit is taken to the appropriate facility. This is where the refrigerant can be safely extracted and all the recyclable components such as steel, foam insulation, plastic, and even refrigerant can be properly reused, recycled, and sold. Certain companies may be willing to pay you for the value of the usable metals inside your fridge.
If your refrigerator is still in excellent working order, but your business is ready for an upgrade, or the fridge you bought is the wrong size for your shop or restaurant, then selling the unit online is the most profitable course of action. There are plenty of commercial fridges and freezers for sale on Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree and Ebay. Give the fridge a wipe over, take some good photos and post a listing. That way someone can take the fridge off your hands and pay you for it.
If you’re buying another refrigerator, you can also check with the appliance dealer to see if they will take your old fridge when they deliver the new one.
Say your fridge or freezer has been faithfully serving your business for 15 years, running every day 24/7, but it’s time for an upgrade. You may want to donate your refrigerator if it still works great but you don’t really feel like it’s worth selling. You can contact local charities that would be willing to take the old fridge off your hands for you, such as the Salvation Army.
Having to get rid of a commercial fridge can be a pain. It’s a good idea to regularly clean and maintain your fridge, and have a technician come to service it regularly. Keep on top of any necessary repairs and you’ll extend the lifespan and get the most out of your refrigerator before it’s ready to move on.
