Water Heater Removal & Disposal in Dothan, AL
By Dothan Junk Removal Co. · Updated May 2026 · 5 min read
Getting Rid of an Old Water Heater in Dothan
Water heaters are awkward. They're not massive, but they're heavy and tall, and they're usually wedged into utility closets or garage corners. And once your new one's installed, the old one just sits there taking up space.
We haul old water heaters - gas, electric, tankless, and even the big commercial-style units. We'll disconnect it if it's not already, carry it out, and take it from there.
Most water heater pickups are done same day or next morning. (334) 643-1176
What Does Water Heater Removal Cost?
For a standard residential water heater (40–50 gallon), removal and haul-away runs $99–$150. If it's still connected and needs to be properly disconnected, add $50–$100 for that. Larger units (80 gallon+) or commercial water heaters run a bit more.
If you've got a plumber replacing it and just need us to haul the old one, that's a simple pickup - usually under .
Do You Recycle Water Heaters?
The metal tank itself is recyclable - steel and in some cases copper. We route what we can to metal recycling. Dothan has a few scrap yards that handle this. It doesn't change your price either way, but it keeps it out of the landfill when possible.
What About Draining It First?
If you can drain it before we get there, great. If not, we handle it - though a full tank is noticeably heavier and adds time. Just let us know the situation when you call.
We Pick Up More Than Just Water Heaters
If you've got other appliances sitting around - old fridge, washer, dryer, chest freezer - we can take those in the same trip. Makes more sense than two separate calls.
Ready to get it hauled?
We serve Dothan and the entire Wiregrass. Call for a free quote - we answer 7 days a week.
Call (334) 643-1176Water Heater Removal FAQs
What types of water heaters do you remove?
We haul old water heaters of all types - gas, electric, tankless, and even the larger commercial-style units.
Do you disconnect the water heater, or do I need a plumber to do that first?
We'll disconnect it if it's not already, then carry it out and take it from there. If a plumber already replaced it and just left the old one for pickup, that's an even simpler job.
Is a water heater recyclable, or does it just go to the landfill?
The metal tank is recyclable - steel, and in some cases copper. We route what we can to metal recycling at scrap yards in the Dothan area, which keeps it out of the landfill when possible.
Do I need to drain the water heater before you arrive?
If you can drain it beforehand, great. If not, we handle it - though a full tank is noticeably heavier and adds time, so let us know the situation when you call.
Can you pick up other appliances at the same time as the water heater?
Yes - if you've got an old fridge, washer, dryer, or chest freezer sitting around, we can take those in the same trip rather than scheduling two separate calls.
How much does water heater removal cost in Dothan?
For a standard residential water heater, removal and haul-away pricing depends on size and whether it's still connected. Larger or commercial units run more. Call for an exact quote.