Hauler loading curbside junk into pickup truck in a neighborhood

Appliance Recycling in Rochester Hills, Michigan

$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 Rochester Hills

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 Rochester Hills. 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 Rochester Hills?

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.

$104

Flat rate · No hidden fees · Price guaranteed

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 Rochester Hills

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 Rochester Hills?

  • 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 Rochester Hills pick up appliances?

Rochester Hills runs free quarterly bulk collection with 28-42 day waits. Nearly 75,000 residents in this upscale Oakland County suburb — home to Oakland University and the Paint Creek Trail corridor — share just four annual pickup windows. Miss one and you wait three months.

City program details: Rochester Hills Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 28-42 days. Fees: free for residents

Between quarters, the closest drop-off is the Oakland County transfer station, charging $40-100 per load. 1-800-GOT-JUNK quotes $150-600+ around Adams Woods and Tienken Road with multi-day scheduling. Independent haulers near the Auburn Hills border charge $100-350 with variable reliability.

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

Rochester Hills: 6-week waits for quarterly bulk pickup.

Your broken dining set sits in the Adams Woods garage for six weeks because Rochester Hills runs quarterly pickup. Paint Creek area neighbors notice. The program is free — but 42 days of visible junk is the hidden cost.

4x/year

quarterly pickup schedule for 75,000 residents

28-42 days

typical wait between quarterly collection windows

75K

residents sharing four annual collection periods

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 Rochester Hills residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

Rochester Hills gives you four pickup chances a year. Dropcurb is $79 for same-day service — book from your Paint Creek area home and it's gone before your walk on the trail.

Serving Adams Woods, Tienken Road, Walton Boulevard, Auburn Hills border, Paint Creek area, Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills.

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