
Appliance Recycling in Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale
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 Sunnyvale. 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 Sunnyvale?
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 Sunnyvale
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 Sunnyvale?
- • 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 Sunnyvale pick up appliances?
Sunnyvale's Large Item Collection Program charges $47 per pickup with 1-2 week waits for 155,860 residents. The fee-per-service model makes regular disposal expensive.
City program details: Large Item Collection Program. Frequency: as needed. Wait: 1-2 weeks. Fees: $47 per pickup
Newby Island Landfill in Milpitas charges $35-85 per load, 1-800-GOT-JUNK operates at $150-$600+ throughout the South Bay, and local haulers price inconsistently at $100-$350.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Sunnyvale for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
$47 per pickup plus two weeks wait from Sunnyvale.
Sunnyvale charges nearly $50 for the privilege of waiting up to two weeks. Their fee-based system makes regular cleanouts expensive while forcing inconvenient delays.
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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 Sunnyvale residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Dropcurb's $79 beats Sunnyvale's $47 fee and eliminates 1-2 week waits. No Milpitas drives to Newby Island or premium pricing from national chains.
Serving West Sunnyvale, Cherry Creek, Lawrence Expressway Corridor, Mango Park, Lakewood Village, Fair Oaks, and 3 more neighborhoods in Sunnyvale.
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