
Appliance Recycling in Spartanburg, South Carolina
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 Spartanburg
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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 Spartanburg?
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 Spartanburg
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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 Spartanburg?
- • 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 Spartanburg pick up appliances?
Junk removal in Spartanburg, SC starts at $79 with Dropcurb. The city picks up bulk items within 1-2 business days at no extra charge — but won't touch tires, electronics, or contractor debris. Dropcurb takes what the city won't.
City program details: Spartanburg City Solid Waste. Bulk items placed 3 feet from cart are collected within 1-2 business days. No extra fee for residents. Regular pickup on all holidays except Thanksgiving and Christmas. City does NOT pick up tires, e-waste, or contractor-generated debris. Spartanburg County operates the Wellford Landfill — MSW disposal at $33/ton, C&D at $35/ton. The county also runs 17 recycling/collection centers. Residents can bring up to 5 tires free to Wellford; beyond that, $1.50/tire (passenger) or $3.50/tire (oversized).
Spartanburg's city solid waste program is better than most — place bulk items 3 feet from your cart and crews collect within 1-2 business days (runs on all holidays except Thanksgiving and Christmas). The city explicitly excludes tires, e-waste, and construction materials. Spartanburg County operates the Wellford Landfill at $33/ton for MSW and $35/ton for C&D debris, plus 17 recycling/collection centers across the county. Residents can bring up to 5 tires free; beyond that, $1.50/tire (passenger) or $3.50/tire (oversized). Best Junk Removal (Greenville-Spartanburg) starts at $125 minimum with full loads at $495 — they own their own equipment including skid steers. Wilk's Junk Service starts at $80, with most Spartanburg homeowners spending $100-$175 for a single-trip cleanup (per their pricing blog). VOTS Junk Removal (Veterans of the South) starts at just $75 — veteran-owned with online booking at 864-436-7813. Junk King Spartanburg offers eco-friendly disposal. JDog Junk Removal — another veteran-owned franchise — serves the area. Dump 4 You LLC (veteran-owned) recycles/donates 60% of collected items. College HUNKS Hauling Junk serves Spartanburg at $150-$750+ with on-site estimates only. LoadUp charges $79 per item. SC average tipping fee is $38/ton at landfills.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Spartanburg for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Spartanburg's free pickup is great — until you need items they won't take.
The city's 1-2 day turnaround is among the best in South Carolina. But tires, electronics, and construction debris are explicitly excluded. When Converse Heights or Hampton Heights residents need those items gone, the free system stops working and alternatives start at $125. College HUNKS charges $150+ with on-site estimates only.
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$125+
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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 Spartanburg residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Spartanburg's free city pickup is solid for basic furniture — but when you need electronics, tires, or appliances removed, the city says no. Dropcurb's $79 fills the gap with same-day pickup of items the city won't touch, plus weekend availability when city crews don't run.
Serving Downtown Spartanburg, Converse Heights, Hampton Heights, Northside, Westside, Duncan Park, and 4 more neighborhoods in Spartanburg.
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