How to Dispose of Old Stove? 6 Options [2026]

The best disposal method depends on your stove type and whether you are replacing it.

If buying a new stove, retailer haul-away is the simplest and cheapest option. Home Depot, Lowe's, and Best Buy remove your old range free with delivery of the new one. The delivery team handles disconnection of electric stoves. Gas stoves must be disconnected by a licensed plumber or gas technician before the delivery team arrives — delivery crews will not disconnect gas lines.

If not buying a replacement, a working stove is worth $50-200 on Facebook Marketplace. Stainless steel stoves and newer models sell fastest. List it with buyer-pickup to avoid moving costs.

For broken or outdated stoves, curbside junk removal gets it gone same day. Dropcurb charges $79 for curbside stove pickup. Move the stove to the curb (use an appliance dolly — stoves weigh 100-250 pounds), book online, and a hauler grabs it.

Scrap metal yards accept stoves for free and may pay $10-20 for the steel content. An oven/range contains 80-150 pounds of steel.

Gas stoves require extra safety steps before removal. Never attempt to disconnect a gas line yourself if you are not experienced.

Turn off the gas supply valve behind the stove. The valve handle should be perpendicular to the gas line when closed.

If you are comfortable working with gas: use two wrenches to disconnect the flexible gas connector from the shutoff valve. Cap the open gas line with a threaded cap and gas-rated thread sealant (yellow Teflon tape).

If you are not comfortable: hire a licensed plumber or gas technician. Expect to pay $75-150 for a disconnect service call. This is a safety expense worth paying — gas leaks cause explosions.

After disconnection, ventilate the area by opening windows for 10-15 minutes. If you smell gas at any point, leave the house and call your gas company emergency line.

Electric stoves are simpler: unplug from the 240V outlet behind the stove. No special tools or technicians needed.

Yes — Home Depot hauls away your old stove for free when delivering a new range purchase.

Home Depot includes appliance haul-away with delivery on purchases over $396. The delivery team removes the old stove from your kitchen. For electric stoves, they handle disconnection. For gas stoves, you must have the gas line disconnected by a professional before the delivery crew arrives.

Lowe's offers the same service — free haul-away with appliance delivery. Their website notes that delivery teams will not disconnect gas appliances.

Best Buy hauls away old stoves with delivery of new major appliance purchases. Schedule haul-away at the time of purchase.

All three retailers require a clear path from the stove location to the front door. If the stove is in a tight kitchen, measure doorways and ensure the old unit can be removed before the new one arrives.

Yes, if it works properly and safely.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore accepts working stoves (both gas and electric) and offers free pickup in many areas. Gas stoves must be disconnected before pickup. Schedule at habitat.org or call your local ReStore.

The Salvation Army accepts working stoves in some regions. Call 1-800-728-7825 to check your area.

Facebook Marketplace is the fastest option. Working stoves sell for $50-200 depending on brand, condition, and fuel type. Gas ranges tend to sell faster than electric coil-top models. Stainless steel finishes command higher prices.

No organization accepts stoves with non-functional burners, broken ovens, cracked glass cooktops, or missing knobs. Non-working stoves go to scrap metal or junk removal.

Regular trash service will not pick up a stove — it is classified as a bulky item or large appliance.

Schedule free bulk pickup by calling 311 or checking your city waste department website. Most cities provide 1-4 free bulk pickups per year. Stoves and ranges are accepted in most municipal programs.

Gas stoves must be disconnected and capped before the city will pick them up. Some cities require certification that the gas line has been properly disconnected.

Wait times range from 2-8 weeks. Place the stove at the curb on your assigned pickup day. Do not block sidewalks or driveways — some cities issue fines for early placement.