We are on hand to assist GTA home owners like you with all of their air conditioning needs. When you’re wondering what to do with old air conditioners, don’t hesitate to reach out to the HVAC specialists at Evam Canada.

The types of refrigerant found in older AC models contains ozone-depleting chemicals that emit greenhouse gasses and are potentially toxic to anyone who comes in contact with them. This can result in harm to individuals, animals and the surrounding environment. Under no circumstances should you dispose of your outdated air conditioner in a landfill, recycling bin or dumpster. Many companies will include the removal and safe disposal of old equipment when you purchase new equipment and installation services.

Have HVAC professionals remove your existing air conditioner when they install a newer model.

After removal, it may be safe to dispose of at a scrap yard or recycling company, depending on local regulations.

Hire an air conditioning professional to remove the refrigerant safely from your AC unit.

You may be able to find a local specialist who can pick up and remove your air conditioner for a fee.

Call a junk removal specialist who deals with environmentally unsafe materials and/or appliances.

If your window or portable air conditioner still works well and you’re simply upgrading to a new model, consider selling or donating it to someone in need.

They may have a special disposal site available to drop off your air conditioner if it is a window unit or smaller central air conditioning unit.

Contact your local recycling plant for advice on what to do with old air conditioners.

Ready to get rid of your older air conditioning unit? We recommend that you contact your local municipality for disposal guidelines before you do. Since air conditioners contain chemicals such as refrigerant, it is essential that you dispose of the equipment correctly and safely to avoid harm to you and your family.

If you have an outdated central air conditioner or window AC unit that you’re looking to get rid of, you may be wondering what to do with old air conditioners and how to dispose of them properly.

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