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Appliance Recycling in Morgantown, West Virginia

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 Morgantown

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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 Morgantown. 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 Morgantown?

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

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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of an appliance in Morgantown

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 Morgantown?

  • 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 Morgantown pick up appliances?

Same-day junk removal in Morgantown, WV starts at $79 with Dropcurb. With about 30,236 residents, a large student turnover cycle, and dense neighborhoods from Suncrest to South Park, local households frequently need furniture, mattress, and appliance pickups fast. Book online in 60 seconds, leave items curbside, and a local hauler can clear the load the same day with no in-home appointment window.

City program details: Morgantown trash service is cart-based (95-gallon city carts), and bulky-item collection depends on separate scheduling and potential extra charges with local providers. Mountain State Waste notes extra scheduling for items over 50 lbs, more than two items, electronics with screens over 4 inches, or freon-containing items.

Morgantown runs city-contracted trash service with standardized carts, but bulky disposal still requires separate handling and often advance scheduling with added rules by provider. Mountain State Waste states that extra scheduling may apply when items exceed two pieces, exceed 50 pounds, include larger electronics, or contain freon. In a university-driven market with lease turnovers, move-outs, and HOA-style neighborhood standards in surrounding communities, waiting days for bulky-item slots creates real cleanup pressure.

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

Morgantown has standard trash service, but bulky cleanup still creates timing gaps.

City cart collection solves weekly garbage, not urgent couch-and-mattress cleanouts tied to move-outs, lease deadlines, or neighborhood compliance pressure. When bulky-item rules require separate scheduling or added fees, residents still need a same-day fallback. Dropcurb fills that gap with curbside-first speed and transparent pricing.

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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 Morgantown residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal

Dropcurb is built for the exact gap Morgantown residents face, same-day curbside pickup from $79 with transparent pricing before checkout. There are no quote callbacks, no home entry, and no surprise upcharges when the truck arrives. You book online, stage items outside, and get completion confirmation with photo proof.

Serving Downtown, Suncrest, Evansdale, Sabraton, South Park, Sunnyside, and 2 more neighborhoods in Morgantown.

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