
Appliance Recycling in Mountain View, California
$79 Flat Rate for Single Items
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 Mountain View
Curb it
Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
Book it
Select your item, see the exact price ($104), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
Gone
A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Mountain View. 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 Mountain View?
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 Mountain View
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
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 Mountain View?
- • 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 Mountain View pick up appliances?
Recology Mountain View Bulk Service offers free annual pickups with $50 fees for additional service, requiring 5-10 business days advance notice. Free pickup that takes up to two work weeks isn't really convenient pickup.
City program details: Recology Mountain View Bulk Service. Frequency: as needed. Wait: 5-10 business days. Fees: Free for annual limit, $50 fee for additional pickups
Self-hauling to Shoreway Environmental Center costs $50-125 per load, while 1-800-GOT-JUNK serves Whisman and Graham Park at $150+ minimum. Monta Loma residents plan disposal around Recology's work week-plus scheduling.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Mountain View for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Free pickup in 5-10 business days — nearly two work weeks.
Five to ten business days means your bulk items sit around for up to two work weeks before Recology shows up. Free service loses its appeal when convenience disappears.
$79
Starting price
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 Mountain View residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
$79 for same-day pickup vs 5-10 business days for Recology service. Shoreway Environmental costs more and you spend your day driving there and handling the disposal yourself.
Serving Whisman, Graham Park, Monta Loma, Bubb Road, Castro City, Sylvan Park, and 3 more neighborhoods in Mountain View.
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