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Appliance Removal San Diego
Appliance Removal in San Diego
A dead refrigerator can’t go in the trash, the City isn’t collecting bulky items, and it weighs more than you want to find out. Send a photo and we haul it: a standard fridge is $164, a washer $133, a tank water heater $131.
Refrigerant is recovered by certified technicians before the metal is recycled, and that handling is already in the price.
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What JunkRabbit Customers Say
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Appliance Removal Prices in San Diego
One flat price per appliance, whatever floor it’s on and however far it is from the door.
Appliance Price List
| Appliance | Price |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator (standard) | $164 |
| Refrigerator (side-by-side / French door) | $183 |
| Freezer (chest) | $146 |
| Washer | $133 |
| Dryer | $128 |
| Dishwasher | $109 |
| Water Heater (tank) | $131 |
| Window AC (large) | $109 |
Refrigerant, Handled Properly
Fridges, freezers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners contain refrigerant that federal rules require to be recovered by a certified technician before the unit is scrapped.
- Refrigerant recovered and documented
- Steel and copper recycled
- Nothing dumped whole
Before the Crew Arrives
What to Do
Unplug it, empty it, and turn off the water line to the ice maker or washer. Leave the fridge door closed; no need to defrost.
What We Don’t Do
Our crews carry appliances; they don’t install or re-plumb them. Gas ranges, gas dryers and hard-wired units need to be disconnected by a qualified installer or plumber first.
How to Get Rid of an Appliance in San Diego
Miramar Recycling Center
At 5165 Convoy Street, open Monday through Saturday, it accepts appliances and electronics. You’ll need a truck and a dolly.
Retailer Haul-Away
If you’re buying a replacement, ask the store about take-back. It’s often extra and limited to the kind of appliance being delivered.
City Curbside
Not available. The City’s bulky-item collection is paused until further notice.
JunkRabbit
Any appliance, from the kitchen, garage or laundry room, carried out and sent to refrigerant recovery and metal recycling.
Appliance Removal Around San Diego
Appliance Removal FAQs
How much does appliance removal cost in San Diego?
Standard refrigerator $164, side-by-side or French-door fridge $183, chest freezer $146, washer $133, dryer $128, dishwasher $109, and tank water heater $131.
Can I throw a refrigerator in the trash in San Diego?
No. Refrigerators and freezers contain refrigerant that has to be recovered before disposal, and the City has no bulky pickup. Use the Miramar Recycling Center or a hauler.
Do you take old water heaters?
Yes — $131 for a tank model and $90 for tankless. Drain it and have it disconnected before we arrive.
Can you remove an outdoor AC condenser?
Yes. Yes — $115 for the outdoor unit. A certified technician pulls the refrigerant before it’s scrapped.
Do you take a washer and dryer together?
Yes — washer $133 and dryer $128 on one pickup, or $189 for a stacked unit.
Is there sales tax on appliance removal?
No. Hauling is a service in California, not a sale of goods, so no sales tax is added.
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