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Appliance Recycling in Kansas City, Missouri

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 Kansas City

1

Curb it

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

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Book it

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

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Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Kansas 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 Kansas 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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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 Kansas City

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 Kansas 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 Kansas City pick up appliances?

Junk removal in Kansas City, MO starts at $79 with Dropcurb. The city offers a no-charge appointment-based Bulky Item Collection Program — schedule online at kcmo.gov or call 311 / (816) 513-1313. For same-day pickup without appointment waits, Dropcurb picks up from your curb with instant online pricing.

City program details: City of Kansas City — no-charge appointment-based Bulky Item Collection Program for large household items. Schedule online via Bulky Scheduler at kcmo.gov or call 311 / (816) 513-1313. Regular trash pickup weekly by district. Spring Leaf & Brush collection by area (Central KC: March 23-27, 2026). Unlimited trash bags allowed on first pickup after July 4th and Christmas.

Kansas City's Bulky Item Collection is free and appointment-based — schedule through the Online Bulky Scheduler at kcmo.gov or call 311 / (816) 513-1313. Wait times depend on scheduling availability. Regular weekly trash pickup by district — holidays earlier in the week push pickup to the next day. Spring Leaf & Brush collection by area (Central KC: March 23-27, 2026). Unlimited trash bags on first pickup after July 4th and Christmas. Ted's Trash Service offers roll-off dumpster rentals and weekly curbside service. KC Disposal (816-342-5833) provides dumpster rentals for residential and commercial. LoadUp claims pricing 20-30% cheaper than competitors. 1-800-GOT-JUNK requires in-person estimates at $150-$600+. Average Kansas City junk removal cost data not yet indexed by Homeyou.

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

Free bulky pickup — but you're on the city's schedule, not yours.

Kansas City's Bulky Item Collection is free but appointment-based — wait times depend on scheduling availability across 508,000 residents. When you need items gone now for a move, sale, or cleanup, the city's timeline doesn't match yours. Dropcurb picks up same-day for $79.

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City bulky pickup (appointment)

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Dropcurb same-day alternative

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 Kansas City residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

KCMO's free bulky pickup requires scheduling through 311 or the online scheduler — wait times vary and your items sit at the curb until the city gets to you. Ted's Trash and KC Disposal focus on dumpster rentals, not single-item pickup. Dropcurb starts at $79 with instant online pricing — same-day pickup from Country Club Plaza to Brookside to River Market.

Serving Power & Light District, Crossroads Arts District, Country Club Plaza, Brookside, River Market, Waldo, and 4 more neighborhoods in Kansas City.

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