Appliance Recycling in Santa Ana, California
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 Santa Ana
Curb it
Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($104), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
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A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana?
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 Santa Ana
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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 Santa Ana?
- • 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 Santa Ana pick up appliances?
Junk removal in Santa Ana starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no estimates, no waiting. The City of Santa Ana offers 4 free bulky item pickups per year (up to 4 items each) for residents with curbside trash service, plus periodic free Neighborhood Cleanup drop-off events. But scheduling takes time and pickups are limited to 4 items at a time for 334,217 residents.
City program details: City of Santa Ana free bulky item pickup — 4 free pickups per year, up to 4 items per pickup, for residents with curbside trash collection. Plus Neighborhood Cleanup Program with free drop-off events throughout the year.
Santa Ana residents get 4 free bulky pickups per year (4 items each) — call Republic Services at (657) 467-6220 to schedule. The Neighborhood Cleanup Program runs periodic free drop-off events (next scheduled dates at santa-ana.org). Orange County landfills (Olinda Alpha and Prima Deshecha) charge $76/ton with a $43 minimum for up to 800 lbs. Junk Smiths has served Santa Ana for 4+ years with free estimates. LoadUp starts at $79 per item. Junk Removal Plus quotes $75-$180 per job. A small pickup load (7.5 cubic yards) from local haulers runs $180-$275.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Santa Ana for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
4 free pickups, 4 items max — for 334,217 residents.
Santa Ana's free program limits you to 4 items per pickup and 4 pickups per year. That's 16 bulky items total — barely enough for a single garage cleanout. Anything beyond that means paying for private haulers or driving to Bowerman Landfill.
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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 Santa Ana residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Santa Ana's free city pickup limits you to 4 items and requires calling Republic Services to schedule. Orange County landfills charge $76/ton ($43 minimum) and require your own truck. Local haulers charge $180-$275 for a small load. Dropcurb starts at $79 with same-day curbside pickup — book online in 60 seconds, no phone calls.
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