The worst part of your air conditioner breaking is figuring out what to do next.

Sure, buying a new air conditioner is easy enough. But before you can install a new one, you have to get rid of the broken air conditioner.

What are the best ways to dispose of an air conditioner? Keep reading to discover the answers!

Find a Scrap Yard

If you’re wondering what to do with a broken AC unit, the first solution may be the simplest. If you have a local scrapyard, they may be willing to pick up and properly dispose of your broken air conditioner.

One reason this option is preferable is that qualified scrap yards understand EPA regulations concerning air conditioners. They should know how to safely dispose of the air conditioner so you don’t have to worry about it anymore. If you don’t know of a local scrap yard, your local AC professionals may be able to help you.

The RAD Program

If you’re not sure what to do with a broken AC unit, you should check with the Responsible Appliance Disposal program. This is a special EPA program that partners up with various companies and organizations in order to help people safely dispose of things like old air conditioners.

The process is quite simple. The company or organization affiliated with RAD will take the old air conditioner off your hands. From there, they will take it to another facility where it can be safely broken down.

Ultimately, the RAD program is your best bet if you can’t find anyone else to help. After all, their whole job is to find someone who can help you with old appliances!

Contact a Retailer

In some cases, you may be able to find a local retailer that will help you with the air conditioner. This may include local retailers as well as larger franchises.

For example, some Lowe’s stores will take your old AC unit for a $30 fee. The catch is that they expect you to buy a new AC unit through them. Other retailers may have disposal agreements that don’t require you to buy from them.

This may be an attractive option for many homeowners. Even if the retailer requires you to buy a new AC unit, you were going to have to replace the broken air conditioner sooner rather than later.

Check for a Rebate Program

The final option you should check out is your state’s rebate program for appliances. For instance, Florida Power and Light can help you dispose of older air conditioners and offer you a $150 rebate for installing a more energy-efficient model.

In this case, FPL works with local independent contractors. They can help remove the old air conditioner and give you a rebate for installing a new one. That’s a real “win/win!”

Take Care of Your Air Conditioner

Now you know how to dispose of a broken air conditioner. But if you don’t want to have to replace an AC unit anytime soon, you need to know who can help you maintain your current unit.

Here at Port Charlotte AC Company, we specialize in keeping you cool even during the hottest summers. To see what we can do for you and your home, contact us today!