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Appliance Recycling in Arden-Arcade, California

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 Arden-Arcade

1

Curb it

Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.

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Book it

Select your item, see the exact price ($104), and pick your day. 60 seconds.

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Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Arden-Arcade. 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 Arden-Arcade?

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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Pickup fee$79
First applianceIncluded
Appliance recycling fee+$25
Each additional appliance+$29 + $25
Book appliance pickup — $104

✓ Price guaranteed before you book. No surprises, no hidden fees.

Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of an appliance in Arden-Arcade

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule ahead. Many cities accept appliances but require Freon to be professionally removed first. Strict weight limits apply.You can wait weeks and your city accepts appliances
Retailer haul-away (Home Depot, Lowe’s)Free–$50Same day as deliveryOnly available when buying a new appliance. Old one must be disconnected and accessible. Not all retailers offer this in all areas.You're buying a replacement and the retailer offers haul-away
Self-haul to recycling center$30–80Same dayNeed a truck. Appliances are extremely heavy (150–300+ lbs). Most people need help loading. Must find a certified recycling facility.You have a truck, a helper, and a nearby recycling center
Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$200–600+2–3 daysMust be home for in-person estimate. Crew enters your home and can disconnect for you. Higher price reflects full-service approach.Appliance is in a tight space and you need full-service removal
Dropcurb$104Same dayDisconnect and place at curb or garage apron. Book online in 60 seconds. $25 recycling fee included. No Freon removal needed — our recyclers handle it.You want it gone today without the heavy lifting

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 Arden-Arcade?

  • 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 Arden-Arcade pick up appliances?

Junk removal in Arden-Arcade starts at $79 with Dropcurb, with same-day curbside pickup and instant online pricing before you book. This Sacramento County community has about 95,000 residents and dense suburban neighborhoods where furniture turnover, move-outs, and remodel cleanups happen year-round. Book in about 60 seconds, place items curbside, and a local hauler handles pickup without an in-home estimate.

City program details: Sacramento County residents in unincorporated areas get one bulky waste pickup appointment every 12 months for up to 5 cubic yards. Additional appointments or extra volume are charged. Items must be at the curb by 6 a.m. and follow spacing and material rules.

Arden-Arcade is unincorporated Sacramento County, so bulky pickup is handled through county service rules, not an unlimited city service. Most eligible homes get one included bulky appointment per 12 months for up to five cubic yards, then pay extra for additional pickups or bigger piles. That schedule works for planned cleanup but not for urgent landlord turnovers, HOA deadlines, or post-renovation debris that must leave fast.

Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Arden-Arcade for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

Annual county bulk pickup does not match urgent cleanup timelines.

Arden-Arcade homes may only get one included bulky pickup each 12 months with a five-cubic-yard cap. That process is fine for planned decluttering but fails during lease turnovers, contractor schedules, and HOA notice windows. Residents then choose between higher quote-based haulers, self-haul effort, or visible curbside clutter.

1 per year

included county bulky pickup appointment

5 cubic yards

standard county bulky set-out limit

$79

Dropcurb starting price for same-day pickup

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 Arden-Arcade residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

Dropcurb fills the timing gap between annual county bulky pickup and expensive truck-volume quotes. Pricing starts at $79 with no guesswork, no waiting for an in-person estimate, and no requirement to be home during pickup. For Arden-Arcade households, fast curbside removal helps avoid code complaints, blocked garages, and multi-day cleanup delays.

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