Free appliance pickup in San Diego

San Diego, CA

Clear Out Old Appliances in San Diego

Schedule free pickup for refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, and more. Local haulers, no fees.

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5-star rated service
Fast Response
100% Free
Eco-Friendly Disposal
San Diego Area

How Our Pickup Service Works

Three steps. No fees, no catches.

1

Submit a Request

Fill out a quick form with your appliance type and San Diego address. Takes about a minute.

2

We'll Contact You

A local partner will call or text you within 24 hours to confirm details and arrange pickup.

3

Free Pickup & Disposal

A local hauler comes to your door, loads it up, and handles eco-friendly disposal. Have your appliance disconnected and ready — curbside, in the garage, or outside your home. You pay nothing.

All Major Appliances

San Diego Appliance Pickup Services

Working or broken. Any brand, any age.

How to Get Rid of Old Appliances in San Diego

Local tips and resources for San Diego residents.

San Diego's Rental Market Makes This Complicated

With over 45% of San Diego households renting, appliance disposal often falls into a gray area. Landlords are responsible for replacing broken appliances in most lease agreements, but getting the old ones hauled away is another story. The City of San Diego's Environmental Services Department will pick up bulky items, but you need to call 858-694-7000 and schedule it — and the window they give you can be a week or more out.

California's Strict Disposal Standards

California doesn't mess around with appliance disposal. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) runs the Refrigerant Management Program, which requires EPA-certified technicians to recover all CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs from appliances before they can be recycled or scrapped. No venting is allowed, period. Violations carry heavy fines under both state and federal law.

SDG&E Rebates and the Golden State Program

San Diego Gas & Electric participates in California's Golden State Rebates program. If you're replacing an old appliance with an energy-efficient model, you could get up to $500 back for a heat pump water heater or $75 for a qualifying gas water heater. Check SDG&E's rebate portal for current offers — they change quarterly.

Coastal Climate Considerations

Living near the coast has its perks, but salt air accelerates corrosion on appliance components — especially outdoor condenser units, dryer vents, and water heaters in garages. Residents in Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, and Imperial Beach tend to see appliance failures 2-3 years earlier than inland neighborhoods like Rancho Bernardo or Poway. When it's time, don't let a corroded washer sit in your laundry room. We'll have someone out to grab it fast.

Customer Reviews

What People Say in San Diego

5-star rated service

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Heather W.

San Diego, CA

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"Renovating the basement and needed the microwave gone quickly. They came to San Diego the next day. Whole process took maybe 25 minutes from arrival to them driving off."

May 2025

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Roger L.

San Diego, CA

★★★★★

"Old microwave died and ended up stuck in the garage. Didn't feel like renting a truck. This crew came out to San Diego, two people, done and gone before noon. No fees."

November 2024

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Peter T.

San Diego, CA

★★★★★

"We switched to a newer model and the old oven sat in the sunroom for nearly four months. One form on the site and they came to San Diego two days later. Fast and free."

April 2025

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Heather W.

San Diego, CA

★★★★★

"Renovating the basement and needed the microwave gone quickly. They came to San Diego the next day. Whole process took maybe 25 minutes from arrival to them driving off."

May 2025

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Roger L.

San Diego, CA

★★★★★

"Old microwave died and ended up stuck in the garage. Didn't feel like renting a truck. This crew came out to San Diego, two people, done and gone before noon. No fees."

November 2024

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Peter T.

San Diego, CA

★★★★★

"We switched to a newer model and the old oven sat in the sunroom for nearly four months. One form on the site and they came to San Diego two days later. Fast and free."

April 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about free appliance pickup in San Diego.

Can you pick up appliances during a home renovation in San Diego?

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Yes — renovation clearouts are one of the most common requests in San Diego. We haul everything away in one free trip, making it easy to clear a kitchen or laundry room remodel quickly.

Can I leave the appliance outside overnight before San Diego pickup?

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For non-HOA San Diego homes, curbside or porch placement works well. For HOA homes, stick to garage-side or an approved area. Note the placement in your request so the crew goes to the right spot.

Will I be charged after the pickup in San Diego?

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No. There is no invoice, no follow-up billing, and no payment required — before, during, or after pickup in San Diego. The service is genuinely, completely free.

What happens if the crew is running late in San Diego?

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We'll text you an updated ETA. If the crew is more than 30 minutes late to your San Diego window, we'll offer to reschedule at no charge or apply a credit to a future booking.

Does landfilling an old appliance cause problems in San Diego?

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Yes. Landfilled appliances leak refrigerants into the air and heavy metals into CA groundwater. That's exactly why our San Diego service exists — to responsibly recycle and repurpose appliances before they ever reach a landfill.

San Diego Area

San Diego Service Areas

ZIP codes and neighborhoods we serve.

Downtown County Center Little Italy Inspiration Point North San Diego Sherman Heights Grant Hill Downtown County Center Little Italy Inspiration Point North San Diego Sherman Heights Grant Hill
92101 92102 92103 92104 92105 92106 92107 92108 92109 92110

Request Your Free Pickup in San Diego

Takes about a minute. No account needed. Local haulers cover costs by refurbishing and reselling working appliances — so your pickup is always free.

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