Who Buys Broken Refrigerators File

Scrap yards buy broken appliances for the value of their raw materials. Refrigerators are primarily made of steel, but they also contain high-value components like copper wiring and aluminum. Typically between $15 and $50 per unit.

Independent repair shops often buy "core" units. They use these broken machines for spare parts—such as compressors, shelves, or control boards—to fix other units, or they refurbish them for resale. who buys broken refrigerators

To encourage energy efficiency, many local electric companies offer "Appliance Recycling Programs." They will often pick up your old, inefficient (but still somewhat functional) fridge for free and give you a cash incentive. Often ranges from $50 to $100 . Scrap yards buy broken appliances for the value

There is a growing market of "appliance flippers" who look for broken high-end brands (like Viking, Sub-Zero, or newer Samsung/LG models). They buy them cheap, fix the specific issue, and resell them. Independent repair shops often buy "core" units