Appliance Recycling in Tampa, Florida
$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 Tampa
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 Tampa. 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 Tampa?
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 Tampa
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 Tampa?
- • 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 Tampa pick up appliances?
Tampa's Large Item Collection serves nearly 385,000 residents but only runs twice yearly per address. With 3-5 week wait times between scheduling and pickup, the program creates significant delays for residents in Hyde Park and Westchase who need quick furniture disposal.
City program details: Tampa Large Item Collection. Frequency: 2 times per year per address. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: Free for residents (2 per year), $40 for additional collections
Your alternatives are hauling to Northeast Transfer Station at $25-60 per load or calling 1-800-GOT-JUNK for $150-600+. The city program won't take appliances, electronics, or tires that Dropcurb handles.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Tampa for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Two pickups per year, then you wait 3-5 weeks for the next one.
Used up your annual Tampa Large Item Collection? That old couch sits for weeks while you wait for the next available slot. Meanwhile, the $40 additional collection fee doesn't even guarantee a shorter wait.
2 per year
free pickup limit
$40 each
additional pickup cost
3-5 weeks
scheduling wait time
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 Tampa residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Skip Tampa Large Item Collection's 3-5 week wait for same-day pickup at $79. We take the appliances and electronics their program bans, and you don't need to drive to Northeast Transfer Station or pay 1-800-GOT-JUNK's $150+ minimum.
Serving Hyde Park, Ybor City, Westchase, New Tampa, Carrollwood, Tampa Heights, and 4 more neighborhoods in Tampa.
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