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Appliance Recycling in Omaha, Nebraska

$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 Omaha

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 Omaha. 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 Omaha?

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 Omaha

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 Omaha?

  • 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 Omaha pick up appliances?

Omaha's Large Item Collection costs $35 per pickup with 7-14 day scheduling delays across nearly half a million residents. The program restricts appliances and electronics while charging per pickup regardless of quantity. Douglas County Landfill offers self-haul for $25-40 per load, but requires truck access and manual loading.

City program details: Large Item Collection. Frequency: On demand. Wait: 7-14 days. Fees: 35 per pickup

Residents in Elkhorn and Millard deal with the same city-wide delays and restrictions. Douglas County Landfill charges by cubic yard, making costs unpredictable depending on what you're disposing. 1-800-GOT-JUNK provides estimates after home visits, typically running $150-600+, while local haulers quote $100-350 with inconsistent availability and service quality.

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

Half a million residents, 7-14 day waits, and they won't take your appliances.

Omaha's Large Item Collection serves 486,000 people with one program that says no to refrigerators and TVs. You pay $35 and wait two weeks, only to discover you need a second vendor for half your items. The city program becomes the start of your disposal problem, not the solution.

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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 Omaha residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

$79 flat rate beats Omaha's $35 plus two-week uncertainty. We take appliances and electronics the city won't touch, eliminating multiple trips and vendors. No cubic yard calculations like the landfill, no home estimates like 1-800-GOT-JUNK, and no service quality gambles with local haulers.

Serving Elkhorn, Millard, Benson, Blackstone, Hanscom Park, Ralston, and 1 more neighborhoods in Omaha.

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