Refrigerator Detach & Reset

Category: Repair

Principal Author(s): Mark Whatley, Seth Harrison

Key Contributor(s): David Mattioli, Dan Smith

AI Board Approval: 06/14/2017

Last Update: 02/05/2020

Tags: Appliance, Detach & Reset, Kitchen, Refridgerator, Refrigerator Detach & Reset

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This was a residential fire loss. This fire was started by the dryer vent that was located in the unfinished basement. The fire ignited the floor joist and then crept up through the walls into the living area above. The firefighters made numerous venting holes in the kitchen area near the refrigerator. As part of this exercise, the refrigerator was hastily relocated and the associated refrigerator water line and water supply box were damaged.

This Insight Sheet exists to clarify how one might invoice for the detaching and resetting of a refrigerator. This does not seek to include or make concessions for all equipment and/or activities as it relates to a loss of this nature.

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Scott Sims Posted 1 month ago

How do people account for refrigerator disposal? It cannot be added to a dumpster and requires special handling. Any thoughts?

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Actionable Insights Support Posted 1 month ago

If the issue in your municipality is that you need to drain the refrigerant prior to disposal, one could probably apply HVCACREV Central air cod. system - refrigerant evacuation and then dispose of it as you normally would other construction debris. To the extent that you feel it is warranted to evacuate the refrigerant, it remains advisable to include the local building code that supports your requirement. Otherwise, the pricing dept would probably be happy to examine the addition of this line item (or perhaps a more general appliance disposal bid item). To the extent you would like to see that happen, please fill out this form: https://www.getinsights.org/advance-the-cause/line-item-request/