Appliance Recycling in Tucson, Arizona
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
Getting rid of an old refrigerator, washer, dryer, or stove comes down to five options: city bulk pickup (free but restricted), retailer haul-away (free–$50 with a new purchase), self-haul to a recycling center ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($104, same day), or traditional junk removal ($200–600+). Appliance disposal is more regulated than furniture because of refrigerants, oils, and heavy metals.
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How appliance removal works in Tucson
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Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($104), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
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A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Tucson. You get a text when it's done.
No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.
How much does appliance removal cost in Tucson?
Appliance removal costs $104 through Dropcurb — that's the $79 pickup fee plus a $25 appliance recycling fee. Each additional appliance is +$54 ($29 add-on + $25 recycling). A washer/dryer set costs $158 total. Heavy appliances like refrigerators and stoves start at $134 ($109 heavy pickup + $25 recycling). Traditional companies charge $200–$600+ for appliance removal because of the weight and disposal requirements.
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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
5 ways to get rid of an appliance in Tucson
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How to prepare your appliance for pickup
- ✓ Place appliance at the curb or garage apron. Disconnect from power and water lines first. Tape doors shut on washers and dryers.
- ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
- ✓ No need to be home
When do you need appliance removal in Tucson?
- • New appliance arriving and old one needs to go
- • Remodeling kitchen or laundry room
- • Landlord replacing tenant appliances
- • Old appliance broke down and isn't worth repairing
Does Tucson pick up appliances?
Junk removal in Tucson, AZ starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Tucson's Brush & Bulky collection runs just twice per year across 26 trash zones — that's a 6-month gap between pickups. The Los Reales Sustainability Campus charges $10-$15 per self-haul load (cards only, no cash). Tucson Junk Removal Pros starts at $99, Junk King Tucson requires volume-based estimates, and 1-800-GOT-JUNK charges $150-$600+.
City program details: Tucson Brush & Bulky Collection. Frequency: twice per year — crews visit each of Tucson's 26 trash zones two times annually. As of January 1, 2026, piles must be placed at curb in front of your home. Check knowwheretothrow.com/2026-brushandbulky for your zone schedule. Fees: free for residents. Self-haul: Los Reales Sustainability Campus (5300 E Los Reales Rd, Tucson, AZ 85756) — $10-$15 per load for residents. Apple Pay, tap, credit/debit cards only (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) — no cash. A deposit may be required based on estimated load weight. Pima County also operates Ina Road Landfill and transfer stations.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky collection runs twice per year — crews rotate through all 26 trash zones, meaning each zone gets just 2 collection windows annually. As of January 1, 2026, piles must be placed at curb in front of your home. Check knowwheretothrow.com for your zone schedule. Between collections, the only city option is self-hauling to the Los Reales Sustainability Campus (5300 E Los Reales Rd, Tucson, AZ 85756) — $10-$15 per residential load, Apple Pay/tap/credit/debit only (no cash), deposit may be required based on load weight. Pima County operates the Ina Road Landfill and additional transfer stations — contact 520-791-4183 for Los Reales hours. Easy Go Junk Removal (tucsonjunkhauling.com) is Tucson's #1-rated hauler with full-service cleanouts and same-day availability. Tucson Junk Removal Pros (tucsonjunkremovalpros.com) starts at $99 with no hidden fees and responsible recycling. Junk King Tucson (520-873-9622) serves Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, Green Valley, and Vail with eco-friendly volume-based pricing. LoadUp starts at $79/item. Typical Tucson pricing per Junk Removal Finder: single item $60-$150, partial truck $200-$400, full truck $400-$800. 1-800-GOT-JUNK charges $150-$600+ with mandatory on-site estimates.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Tucson for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
548,000 people, only 2 bulk pickups per year.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky collection visits each of 26 trash zones just twice a year — miss your window and you wait 6 months. Between collections, the only option is self-hauling to Los Reales ($10-$15/load, no cash) or paying $99-$600+ for private haulers. Arizona's scorching summers and monsoon debris make year-round pickup essential, not a twice-yearly luxury.
2x/year
Brush & Bulky collection frequency
26 zones
City trash zones sharing schedule
$99+
Cheapest local hauler (Tucson JR Pros)
What happens to your appliance after pickup
Appliances are recycled at licensed facilities that specialize in handling refrigerants, compressor oils, and heavy metals. Refrigerators and freezers undergo certified Freon recovery before processing — the $25 recycling fee covers this. Steel, copper, aluminum, and other metals are separated and sent to scrap processors. Compressors, motors, and wiring are individually processed. Appliances in working condition may be refurbished and resold or donated to organizations like Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
Why Tucson residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Tucson's Brush & Bulky runs just twice a year — miss your zone's window and you wait 6 months. Self-hauling to Los Reales means loading a truck, driving to the south side, and paying $10-$15 per load (no cash accepted). Tucson Junk Removal Pros starts at $99 for a single item. Dropcurb starts at $79 same-day — no zone schedules, no driving to Los Reales, no cash-only hassles.
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