Yes. A crew can carry a refrigerator out of a Commerce City basement or down from a second floor, and with Junk Master our crew does all of the lifting, loading and hauling. You never have to stand on the stairs under an appliance that can weigh more than 300 pounds.
How smoothly the job goes depends on the type and weight of the fridge, the width of the stairwell and doorways, and how tight the turns are between the fridge and the front door. A French door model at the top of a narrow staircase takes more planning than a small top freezer unit next to a basement walkout.
Here is what it takes, from fridge weights to pricing for our refrigerator removal in Commerce City on any floor of the house.
How Heavy a Refrigerator Is When a Crew Carries It Out of a Commerce City Home
A typical full-size refrigerator that a crew carries out of a Commerce City home weighs about 250 pounds, and the overall range runs from about 100 to 400 pounds. The style of the fridge makes a big difference:
| Refrigerator style | Typical weight range | Average weight |
|---|---|---|
| Top freezer | 117 to 220 lb | 166 lb |
| Bottom freezer | 119 to 288 lb | 215 lb |
| Side-by-side | 242 to 340 lb | 285 lb |
| French door | 230 to 390 lb | 317 lb |
On a flat floor that weight rolls easily. On a staircase, every step shifts it, and most of it presses on whoever is below. Two situations call for extra planning:
- If you have a French door or side-by-side fridge on a second floor, then book our crew. These are the heaviest styles, and they should never come down the stairs with one helper at the bottom.
- If your basement stairs are narrow or turn at a landing, then send a photo of the stairwell when you call so the crew knows the route before it arrives.
How a Crew Brings a Refrigerator Down From a Second Floor in Commerce City
A crew brings a refrigerator down from a second floor in Commerce City by keeping it upright on an appliance dolly and lowering it one step at a time, with one person above the fridge and one below it. Moving guides describe the same basic method:
- Walk the route from the fridge to the truck and measure the doorways and turns.
- Make sure the fridge is empty and unplugged, with the doors and shelves secured.
- Strap the fridge to the dolly so it cannot shift.
- Keep the unit upright, tipped back only as far as the dolly needs.
- Take the stairs one step at a time: the person above controls the weight while the person below guides it.
- Roll it across level ground to the truck and load it.
Equipment makes a real difference on stairs. Appliance dollies with sliders on the rear of the frame let a fridge move from step to step without lifting the full weight, and solid rubber tires hold better on stairs than air-filled ones. A basic hand truck with no strap and soft tires is a poor match for a 250 pound appliance on carpeted steps.
When you hire Junk Master, our crew handles every one of those steps, and loading from anywhere on the property is part of the price.
What Happens if the Fridge Will Not Clear a Tight Turn or Doorway in a Commerce City House?
When a fridge looks too big for a tight turn or doorway in a Commerce City house, start with a tape measure. Compare the fridge's width and depth with the narrowest doorway, the hallways and the stairwell along the way out. A fridge that came into a room through a doorway can usually leave the same way, unless something has changed since, such as a new railing or a finished wall.
Send photos of the fridge, the stairs and the tightest turn when you call. A photo helps us confirm your price and lets the crew plan the angle of the carry and the best exit, such as a basement walkout or the garage.
The Best Way to Get a Fridge Out of a Commerce City Basement
The best way to get a fridge out of a Commerce City basement is an upright carry up the stairs on a strapped appliance dolly, or a short roll out through a walkout door when the house has one. Coming up is harder than going down, because the crew lifts the fridge against gravity on every step.
Basement stairs are often the tightest part of the route: a low ceiling at the top, a door that swings over the top step, or a turn at a landing. Stairways are built to the residential code in force when a house goes up. Commerce City today uses the 2021 International Residential Code, adopted as the City of Commerce City Residential Code. Older homes, and basements finished years after construction, can have stairwells that feel much tighter than a new build.
Laying the fridge on its side to clear a low ceiling is not the fix. Moving guides agree on keeping a refrigerator upright while it moves, so the crew works out the angle and the route instead.
How Many Crew Members Does It Take to Carry a Refrigerator Up Basement Stairs in Commerce City?
It takes at least two people to carry a refrigerator up basement stairs in a Commerce City home, one above and one below. The count is about control more than strength. A fridge that slips halfway up a basement staircase has only one direction to go, and that is toward the person below it.
Tell us the fridge style and describe the stairs when you call, and nobody in your household has to step in as the second set of hands.
What to Do Before the Crew Arrives to Take a Refrigerator From Your Commerce City Home
Before the crew arrives to take a refrigerator from your Commerce City home, empty it, unplug it and clear the path. A short list:
- Take out all food, drinks and loose items.
- Remove loose shelves and drawers, or tape them in place.
- Unplug the fridge ahead of time so the freezer can thaw, and put towels down for the water.
- If it has an ice maker or water dispenser, shut off the water supply to the fridge.
- Tape or tie the doors shut.
- Clear rugs, small furniture and anything hanging low on the walls along the stairs and hallway.
- Keep pets in a closed room while the doors are open.
You do not need to be home for the pickup. If the crew has access to the fridge and can reach you by phone, we can finish the job while you are at work.
Who Handles the Refrigerant When a Fridge Leaves a Commerce City House?
The refrigerant in a fridge that leaves a Commerce City house is the responsibility of the final disposer under federal rules. The EPA's Section 608 appliance disposal page states that "the final disposer of appliances is responsible for recovering any refrigerant contained in appliances," and it notes that no sticker is required for disposal.
Leave the fridge whole, and our crew hauls it away.
What It Costs to Remove a Refrigerator From a Commerce City Basement or Second Floor
Removing a refrigerator from a Commerce City basement or second floor is priced the same way as every job we do: by the space your items take up in our 15 cubic yard truck. The minimum charge is $85, and the price covers labor, loading from anywhere on the property, dump fees and cleanup of the work area.
| Load size | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | $85 |
| 1/8 load | $150 |
| 1/4 load | $250 |
| 1/3 load | $300 |
| 1/2 load | $350 |
| 2/3 load | $400 |
| 3/4 load | $450 |
| Full load | $550 |
A single fridge fills a small share of the truck. Add an old freezer, a washer or some basement furniture to the same visit, and it all goes in one trip at the load size the whole pile fills.
The only add-on in our pricing is the local government recycling fee on computers and TVs, which we pass through. Estimates are free, on site and carry no obligation, and a photo helps us confirm your price by phone.
Why Hire Junk Master to Carry a Refrigerator Out of Your Commerce City Home
Our crew does all the lifting, loading, hauling and disposal, so you never take on the stairs yourself. What you get with us:
- All-inclusive load pricing with labor, loading, dump fees and cleanup built in
- Same-day service when you need the fridge gone quickly
- Licensed and fully insured, with Solid Waste Hauler Business Licenses for Commerce City and the City of Denver
- A satisfaction guarantee: if the crew misses something, they come back
- 5.0 stars on Google from more than 250 reviews
Customers often mention how carefully the crew works inside a home. As Diane P. put it, "The staff is very respectful of your property while working." You want that when a 300 pound fridge is passing your banister and painted walls.
We have served Commerce City and the Denver area since October 2021, and our home base is right here in Commerce City. Homeowners, landlords turning over a unit and families clearing a basement before a sale all use us for this job.
The Bottom Line
Yes, a crew can carry a refrigerator out of a Commerce City basement or down from a second floor. A safe stair carry takes an upright fridge, a strapped dolly and at least two people. Empty it, unplug it, shut off the water line and clear the path, and our crew handles the rest. Call Junk Master at (720) 999-0466, send a photo of the fridge and the stairs, and get your free estimate.