Scrap metal
White Goods & MetalAppliance RecyclingSurrey
Old appliances taken away properly, with the metal inside them recovered and recycled rather than dumped.
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Recycling White Goods and Metal Appliances
Washing machines, cookers, dishwashers, tumble dryers, and fridges all contain a significant amount of steel, along with smaller amounts of copper and other metals in motors and wiring. Foremost Metal Recycling collects white goods and metal appliances from homes and businesses across Surrey, taking care of both the collection and the correct recycling of the materials inside.
What we take
Appliances We Collect
- Washing machines and tumble dryers
- Fridges, freezers, and fridge-freezers
- Cookers, ovens, and hobs
- Dishwashers
- Microwaves and smaller kitchen appliances with metal content
- Water heaters and immersion tanks
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Handling Fridges and Freezers Correctly
Fridges and freezers need particular care because of the refrigerant gases and insulating foam they contain. Our team collects these items with the correct handling in mind, rather than simply treating them the same as a washing machine. If you're booking a fridge or freezer collection, just mention it so we bring the right vehicle and process for the job.
Businesses Replacing Appliances in Bulk
Landlords, letting agents, hotels, and facilities managers often need several appliances removed at once, whether that's during a refurbishment, a change of tenancy, or a fleet upgrade of kitchen equipment. We can collect multiple appliances in a single visit and, for ongoing portfolios, set up a repeat arrangement so replaced units are cleared promptly rather than sitting in storage.
Landlords, Letting Agents, and Property Managers
Appliance turnover is a regular part of managing rental property, whether that's replacing a worn-out washing machine between tenancies or clearing a whole kitchen during a refurbishment. We work with landlords and letting agents across Surrey to remove old appliances quickly, often at short notice, so a property isn't held up waiting for old units to be cleared before new ones go in.
Recycling Rather Than Landfill
White goods contain a mix of recoverable materials, mainly steel, along with smaller amounts of copper and other metals in motors, compressors, and wiring. Sending appliances for proper recycling means these materials go back into the supply chain rather than sitting in landfill, and it also ensures items like fridges are handled correctly given the refrigerant gases involved.
Why Foremost
Why Choose Foremost for Appliance Recycling
15 years' experience collecting appliances safely from homes and commercial sites across Surrey
Top prices paid where appliances have genuine scrap metal value
Reliable and punctual, we turn up in the agreed window
Fully insured team, careful with your property when removing bulky items
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Hotels, Pubs, and Hospitality Businesses
Commercial kitchens and hospitality venues go through fridges, freezers, ovens, and washing equipment more often than most households, particularly during a refit. We collect commercial catering appliances alongside domestic-style white goods, and can plan around service hours so a removal doesn't clash with opening times.
Getting Appliances Ready for Collection
There's no need to disconnect or prepare most appliances beyond making sure they're unplugged and, where relevant, empty. If an appliance is still connected to plumbing or a gas supply, let us know in advance so we can advise whether disconnection needs to happen before we arrive.
How it works
How It Works
Tell us what you have.
A quick call or message describing the appliance and its location.
Get a quote and date.
We'll confirm pricing and the next available collection slot.
We collect it.
Our team removes the appliance carefully and takes it away for recycling.
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A Simpler Alternative to Council Collection Schemes
Local council bulky waste collections can involve a wait of several weeks and often come with a booking fee regardless of whether your appliance has any value. Booking directly with Foremost usually means a faster turnaround, and where an appliance has scrap value, you're paid for it rather than paying to have it taken away.
Booking Around Delivery of New Appliances
A common request is to have an old appliance removed on the same day a new one is delivered, so there's no gap where a kitchen or utility room is left without a working machine. Where possible, we'll try to accommodate a specific time slot to line up with your delivery, though it's worth booking both as early as you can once you know the delivery date.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Will you pay for old appliances?
Where an appliance has genuine scrap value once recycled, yes. For very old or heavily damaged units, value may be minimal, and we'll be upfront about that before booking.
Do you collect from upstairs flats or properties without easy access?
Yes, let us know about stairs or access restrictions when you book so we can plan the collection properly and bring the right number of people.
Can you collect several appliances from a rental property at once?
Yes, this is a common job for landlords and letting agents between tenancies, and we can usually accommodate multiple items in one visit.
Do you remove appliances still fitted in a kitchen?
We can disconnect straightforward appliances such as freestanding cookers or washing machines. For built-in or plumbed appliances, it may need a tradesperson to disconnect first, which we're happy to advise on.
What happens to the appliance after collection?
Appliances are broken down and the recoverable metal is sent for recycling, with other components handled according to the correct waste processes.
Get a Fast, Free Quote Today
Call the Foremost team now or drop us a WhatsApp message with a few details and photos, and we'll come back to you with a straight answer.
- Mon – Fri06:00 – 19:00
- Saturday07:00 – 16:00
- SundayClosed