Old Appliance Pickup Near Me: 7 Removal Options [2026]

Old appliance pickup costs range from free to $400 depending on the service you use and whether you are buying a replacement. Here is what each option actually charges:

Utility company recycling programs pick up old refrigerators and freezers for free and pay you $25 to $100 in rebates — but they only accept working units with refrigerants. Retailer haul-away through Home Depot ($25–$50), Lowe's (free with delivery), or Best Buy ($49.99) requires purchasing a new appliance. Curbside pickup services like Dropcurb charge $79 with no purchase requirement. Full-service junk removal companies charge $150 to $400 per appliance.

The cheapest option depends on whether you are buying a replacement and what condition the old appliance is in.

Several services will pick up your old appliance for free, but each has specific requirements.

Many electric utilities offer free old appliance pickup and pay you a rebate for recycling your old refrigerator, freezer, or window AC unit. These programs exist because old appliances use significantly more electricity, and utilities save money by removing them from the grid.

Examples of active programs in 2026:

• •PPL Electric (Pennsylvania): Free pickup of old fridge or freezer + rebate
• •BGE (Maryland): $100 reward for recycling old fridge or freezer through March 31, 2026
• •Atlantic City Electric (New Jersey): Free pickup + $50 rebate, ends June 30, 2026
• •NIPSCO (Indiana): Free pickup and they pay you for the old appliance
• •Minnesota Power: Rebate for recycling refrigerators/freezers, offer expires December 31, 2026

The catch: most utility programs only accept working refrigerators, freezers, and room air conditioners. Broken appliances, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and stoves are not eligible. Check your local utility website for current programs in your area.

If you are replacing an old appliance with a new one, retailers offer the cheapest haul-away:

• •Lowe's: Free haul-away when you purchase a new appliance with delivery. The delivery team disconnects and removes the old unit.
• •Home Depot: Haul-away costs $25 to $50 per appliance with new appliance delivery. Does not disconnect gas lines.
• •Best Buy: $49.99 haul-away for up to 2 large appliances. Free with qualifying purchases over a certain threshold. They recycle over 2 billion pounds of appliances and e-waste to date.

Retailer haul-away only works when you are buying a replacement. If you just need the old appliance gone without buying anything new, this option does not apply.

Old washers, dryers, stoves, and dishwashers have scrap metal value. Most scrap yards accept them for free or pay you by weight — typically $10 to $30 per large appliance depending on current scrap prices and your location.

The downside: you must transport the appliance yourself. A pickup truck and a helper make this feasible. If you do not have a truck, the cost of renting one ($20–$40 for a Home Depot truck rental) can offset the scrap payment.

When you need an old appliance picked up but are not purchasing a replacement, your options narrow. Retailer haul-away requires a new purchase. Utility programs only cover certain refrigerants.

For standalone old appliance pickup without buying anything new:

• •Dropcurb: $79+ for curbside pickup. Place the appliance at the curb, book online, and a local hauler picks it up the same day. Works for any appliance type.
• •Best Buy standalone haul-away: $49.99 for up to 2 large products, no purchase required. You schedule online and they send a team.
• •Free pickup services: Sites like FreelocalAppliancePickup.com and TakeMyAppliance.com connect you with local recyclers who pick up for free. Availability varies by location.
• •Full-service junk removal: 1-800-GOT-JUNK ($150–$400) or LoadUp ($130+ per item plus $50–$80 service fee). You schedule an on-site estimate and they carry the appliance out.

Old refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners contain refrigerants (CFC, HCFC, or HFC) that are regulated by the EPA under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. Federal law requires that refrigerant be properly recovered by a certified technician before the appliance is scrapped or recycled.

What this means for you:

• •You cannot put a refrigerator or AC unit in a dumpster — the freon must be removed first
• •Municipal bulk pickup requires a CFC appointment in most cities. In NYC, DSNY requires scheduling a separate appointment for any appliance containing refrigerants
• •Professional removal services handle this for you — Dropcurb, 1-800-GOT-JUNK, and other haulers ensure proper disposal
• •Scrap yards will accept fridges but may charge $15 to $30 for freon recovery

Washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, and microwaves do not contain refrigerants and have no special disposal requirements.

The right option depends on your situation:

• •Buying a replacement? Use retailer haul-away. Lowe's is free, Home Depot is $25–$50, Best Buy is $49.99.
• •Have a working fridge or freezer? Check your utility company for free pickup plus a $25–$100 rebate.
• •Need it gone today, no purchase? Book Dropcurb curbside pickup at $79. Place it at the curb and it disappears the same day.
• •Have a truck and time? Take it to a scrap yard for free or get paid $10–$30.
• •Appliance is inside and too heavy to move? Book full-service removal from 1-800-GOT-JUNK ($150–$400) — they carry it out for you.
• •Can wait 2–8 weeks? Schedule free municipal bulk pickup. Remember: fridges and ACs need a separate CFC appointment in most cities.