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Appliance Recycling in Pico Rivera, 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 Pico Rivera

1

Curb it

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

2

Book it

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

3

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Pico Rivera. 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 Pico Rivera?

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 Pico Rivera

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 Pico Rivera?

  • 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 Pico Rivera pick up appliances?

Same-day junk removal in Pico Rivera starts at $79 with Dropcurb, so you can clear bulky items without waiting on city scheduling windows. In a city of about 62,088 residents where households often juggle move-outs, remodeling debris, and multi-generational home turnover, timing matters more than generic quote forms. Book online in about 60 seconds, leave everything curbside, and your local hauler handles pickup without an in-home appointment.

City program details: Pico Rivera residents must schedule bulky-item pickup through NASA Services (888-888-0388) at least 24 hours before the next regular trash day. The city warns that items left on the curb without a scheduled pickup are treated as illegal dumping.

Pico Rivera requires residents to schedule bulky-item pickup through NASA Services at least 24 hours before the next regular collection day, and the city states that anything left out without a scheduled request may be treated as illegal dumping. That creates pressure for households managing landlord deadlines, HOA pressure, or cleanup after furniture delivery. Los Angeles County also enforces illegal-dumping penalties, including references to California Penal Code 374.3 with fines that can reach up to $10,000, so fast compliant removal is not optional for many residents.

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

Scheduled city pickup helps, but it does not solve deadline cleanouts.

Pico Rivera residents can use city-linked bulky pickup, but they still need to request service and follow timing rules. When lease turnover, HOA notices, or renovation cleanup needs immediate removal, a quote-first or schedule-only model creates risk. Curbside-first, same-day pickup closes that timing gap.

62,088

City population

90660

Primary ZIP

Up to $10,000 under CA Penal Code 374.3 references

Illegal dumping exposure

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 Pico Rivera residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

Dropcurb fills the gap between scheduled municipal pickup and expensive on-site quote models by offering curbside-first service from $79 with transparent pricing before checkout. You do not need to be home, you do not wait for a sales estimate, and you avoid leaving items out long enough to trigger complaints or code issues. Local LA Metro haulers complete most pickups same day or next day.

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