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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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Service Removal of unnecessary things has been operating on the mos.ru portal for four years. During this time, it has helped thousands of Muscovites tidy up their homes, providing a convenient and eco-friendly solution for disposing of old and unwanted items.
Since the service's launch, Moscow residents have submitted nearly 130,000 requests, resulting in the removal of over 3,100 tons of items. This is equivalent to the weight of 125 loaded dump trucks. Muscovites have disposed of metal objects, large household appliances, furniture, electronics, waste paper, and even vehicles. All items have been sent to specialized recycling and safe disposal centers. The service not only allows residents to free their living spaces from unnecessary items but also reduces the burden on city landfills, which in turn minimizes the negative impact on the environment.
From books to treadmills: how the service is developing
The service is constantly evolving, focusing on the needs of residents. Since December 2024, it has been possible to donate clothing, shoes, books, and other printed materials suitable for reuse. Through careful sorting and disinfection, these items are given a second life at community sites, benefiting those in need.
At the end of last year, the list of items eligible for removal was expanded again. It now includes metal sinks, acrylic bathtubs, shower stalls, sports equipment, and office equipment.
In addition, the service is becoming more accessible. From July 2025, loyalty program participants "A Million Prizes" can use city points to get rid of large-sized household appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, and stoves and ovens. These items are collected for a fee due to high recycling and disposal costs, and a promo code obtained on the website ag-together.ru, allows you to take advantage of the service. Learn more about this inmaterial.
How to use the "Unneeded Items Removal" service on mos.ru
As noted in the capital Department of Information Technology, service Removal of unnecessary things mos.ru is available to residents of all Moscow districts. Any adult user registered on mos.ru and holding a standard or full ID can submit an application. account.
For registration applications Simply select the items you need for removal from the catalog, specify their quantity, address, and the desired date and time for a specialist's visit. If you submit a request before 6:00 PM, a specialist may arrive the same day, depending on their workload. An unlimited number of items can be removed per request. The full list of items and their removal costs are available on the page. service.
An operator will call you back to confirm your order and clarify the details. If your order includes paid items, a receipt will be generated in your personal account, which can be paid online. My Payments.
On the agreed-upon day, specialists from the service partner organization will remove your belongings (even if the building doesn't have an elevator) and load them into a vehicle for transportation. However, you must dismantle large built-in appliances and other items not included in the removal service, as well as shut off the water supply, before the specialists arrive. Gas stoves and appliances should be disconnected only by certified services. Books and clothing must be packed in bags or boxes beforehand, and for the disposal of a car or motorcycle, you must prepare documents confirming ownership of the vehicle.
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Service Removal of unnecessary things It appeared in October 2021. Its operation and development are overseen by the capital's departments. information technology, housing and communal services and the State Public Institution "New Management Technologies." Removal services are provided by specialized partner organizations.
The creation, development and operation of e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, corresponds to the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.
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