
Appliance Recycling in Redwood City, 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 Redwood City
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 Redwood City. 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 Redwood City?
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 Redwood City
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 Redwood City?
- • 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 Redwood City pick up appliances?
Recology San Mateo County Bulk Service handles Redwood City's 85,925 residents with 5-10 business day waits and $45 fees for additional pickups. Their extended timeline creates planning challenges for residents.
City program details: Recology San Mateo County Bulk Service. Frequency: as needed. Wait: 5-10 business days. Fees: Free for annual limit, $45 fee for additional pickups
Shoreway Environmental Center charges $50-$120 for self-haul loads, 1-800-GOT-JUNK operates at $150-$600+ with their standard delays, and local haulers price inconsistently at $100-$350.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Redwood City for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
5-10 business days from Recology. Two weeks of looking at junk.
Recology's wide timeline window means you could wait two full weeks staring at unwanted items. Their $45 additional pickup fees make frequent cleanouts expensive.
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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 Redwood City residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Dropcurb's $79 same-day service beats Recology's 5-10 day wait and eliminates their $45 extra pickup fees. No Shoreway Environmental Center trips or premium pricing from national chains.
Serving Woodside Road, Centennial, Mt. Carmel, Redwood Village, Woodside Plaza, Canyon Crest, and 3 more neighborhoods in Redwood City.
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