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Can I add a fridge to an agreed mixed load?
Tell the team before booking. It must be specifically accepted and quoted; do not assume it is included in a general rubbish collection.
01 / Good to know
Name the appliance and its size
State whether it is a domestic fridge, chest freezer or larger fridge-freezer. Provide approximate dimensions and explain any stairs. Commercial refrigeration is not assumed to be accepted.
02 / Good to know
Check take-back and collection availability
A retailer may offer a collection when delivering a replacement. A council or private carrier may have its own current acceptance arrangements. Check those directly before planning around a collection.
03 / Good to know
Prepare safely
Empty food and discuss safe disconnection and defrosting. Keep sealed components intact and do not damage refrigerant pipes. Do not try to move an unusually heavy unit alone just to create a photo.
04 / Good to know
Ask for a separate confirmation
The quote should identify the appliance and any disposal charge. Availability depends on an appropriate route being confirmed, so a general household-clearance slot is not proof that the fridge is included.
Official guidance: GOV.UK: electrical retailer take-back
