Appliance Recycling in Tacoma, Washington
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 Tacoma
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Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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How much does appliance removal cost in Tacoma?
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 Tacoma
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 Tacoma?
- • 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 Tacoma pick up appliances?
Junk removal in Tacoma, WA starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Tacoma offers Call-2-Haul: a free curbside bulk collection service for single-family/duplex residents, available by appointment twice a year. Pierce County transfer stations charge $195.32/ton.
City program details: Tacoma Public Utilities Bulky Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-6 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup
Tacoma Solid Waste Management offers Call-2-Haul — a free curbside bulk collection for single-family homes and duplexes, available by appointment twice per year. Beyond that, residents must hire private haulers or use Pierce County transfer stations. Transfer station rates increased 5.58% on March 1, 2026, to $195.32/ton (plus state refuse tax), with a $39.06 minimum charge for 400 lbs or less. LRI Transfer Stations charge $202.35/ton with a $40.45 minimum per trip, increasing every additional 20 lbs up to one ton. Noxious weeds cost $108.80/ton and Freon appliances cost $68 each at LRI. The Dump-It Dude offers Tacoma junk removal starting at $199 with same-day or next-day service — call (253) 433-8677. Dump Me Junk Removal is known for affordable pricing and frequent same-day availability (recommended on r/Tacoma). G3 Junk Removal serves Tacoma with estate cleanout services (also Reddit-recommended). Junk King Tacoma offers online booking with $20 savings and eco-friendly disposal. Homeyou reports Tacoma junk removal charges two fees — one for type/size of junk and one for truckloads needed. LoadUp specializes in bulk trash pickup in Tacoma for recycling, donation, and proper disposal.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Tacoma for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Two free pickups a year — then $195/ton at the transfer station.
Tacoma's Call-2-Haul gives you two free curbside bulk pickups annually. Use them up? Pierce County transfer stations charge $195.32/ton ($39.06 minimum) — and that rate jumped 5.58% on March 1, 2026. LRI charges even more at $202.35/ton. With 219K residents and JBLM military families constantly moving, two pickups a year doesn't cut it.
2/year
Free Call-2-Haul pickups
$195.32/ton
Pierce County transfer station rate
219K
Residents sharing limited service
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 Tacoma residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Tacoma's Call-2-Haul is free but only available twice a year. Transfer stations charge $195.32/ton ($39.06 minimum). The Dump-It Dude starts at $199. Dropcurb starts at $79 with same-day pickup — instant online pricing, no appointment limits.
Serving North End, Hilltop, Proctor District, Stadium District, McKinley Hill, South End, and 4 more neighborhoods in Tacoma.
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