Appliance Disposal Plus, a navy refrigerator icon beside the words Appliance Disposal Plus Get Instant Price Get Price

Appliance removal in California

Book online, pick a time, and two Loaders come to your home anywhere in California, carry the old appliance out from wherever it sits, and haul it away.

No waiting on a quote: your exact price is on screen before you book.

Get Instant Price
  • Two Loaders do the lifting
  • Exact price before you book
  • Pickup from any room

Appliance removal by city in California

Pickups reach 468 towns and cities across California. The 275 largest are listed below, and the search finds the rest.

Largest cities

Appliances we take in California

Planning an appliance pickup in California

The homes in California by the numbers, from US Census figures, and what they mean for getting an old appliance out the door.

median year built
1976
built before 1980
56%
of households rent
44%
in buildings of 5+ units
24%
  • The typical home in California was built around 1976, against 1980 nationally. Even in newer houses the sticking point is usually one doorway or one turn in the stairs, so measure the path from the appliance to the door before pickup day.

Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024 5-year estimates .

The California climate and your appliances

California spans four climate types under the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, and the appliances that work hardest change with them.

  • 2B · 3BHot and dry

    Los Angeles, San Diego and Fresno

    Intense summers, low humidity and mild winters, with air conditioning doing most of the work.

    Works hardest here: AC Unit, Refrigerator, Grill

  • 3C · 4CMild and damp

    San Jose, San Francisco and Oakland

    Cool summers and long, wet winters, with little need for air conditioning.

    Works hardest here: Dehumidifier, Space Heater, Dryer

  • 5B · 6BCold and dry

    Truckee, Grass Valley and Susanville

    Cold, dry winters and big swings between day and night, with a long heating season.

    Works hardest here: Furnace, Space Heater, Box Fan

  • 4BDry, with hot summers and cold winters

    South Lake Tahoe, Clearlake and Placerville

    Low humidity, hot summers and cold winters, so homes lean on both heating and cooling.

    Works hardest here: Furnace, AC Unit, Space Heater

Source: 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, Table C301.1

What to have ready before your Loaders arrive

What happens to your old appliance

LoadUp always tries to donate a working appliance first. Whether an appliance can be donated depends on its condition, your location, and whether a local donation center will accept it.

When no local donation center will accept an appliance, responsible disposal is the priority. LoadUp recycles appliances whenever possible.

Why book through the LoadUp network

  • Price locked before you commit

    The price you see at checkout is the price you pay. No surprise fees on pickup day, no last-minute add-ons.

  • Same-day availability

    Book before noon and same-day pickup is available across the LoadUp network. Availability may vary by location.

  • In-home, not just curbside

    Kitchen, laundry room, garage or basement: your Loaders carry it out from where it stands. You don't drag anything to the curb.

  • Background-checked and rated

    Every Loader on the LoadUp network is background-checked and rated by real customers, so you know who's coming through your door.

  • Licensed and insured

    The Loaders who take your job are local, vetted, licensed and insured, and booked through the LoadUp network.

Reviews from LoadUp customers

These come from LoadUp customers. Book here and you get the same network, the same Loaders and the same service they are rating.

California FAQs

Good to know before you book

Straight answers on price, timing and getting ready for a pickup in California.

How much does appliance removal cost in California?

Prices start at $70 for a small appliance such as a microwave, and every appliance has its own starting price: a dishwasher from $95, a refrigerator from $115, a water heater from $140. The area service fee varies by ZIP code, so you see the exact total for your address before you book.

Which cities in California do you cover?

Pickups are available in 468 towns and cities across California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose and San Francisco. The largest are listed above, each with its own page.

Is same-day appliance pickup available in California?

Often. Same-day pickups are available across the LoadUp network when you book before noon, though availability varies by location, so the booking window shows what is open at your address. Same-day adds $10; next-day and later pickups can be booked up to 90 days ahead.

Can I get rid of several appliances in one pickup in California?

Yes, and it costs less than separate pickups. The area service fee is charged once per pickup, so each appliance after the first adds only its add-on price, from +$15. The pickup calculator on the pricing page adds up a starting total for your list.

In California, will the Loaders come inside, or can I leave the appliance outside?

Either. With in-home pickup your Loaders carry the appliance out from wherever it sits, including basements and upstairs rooms. If it is already outside, curbside pickup saves $5 and you can skip the appointment.

What has to happen before a pickup in California?

Every appliance needs to be disconnected before pickup, including electrical, gas, and plumbing connections. Refrigerant must be removed by a certified technician before pickup. This applies only to refrigerators, freezers, wine fridges, ice machines, dehumidifiers and AC units. Clear a path from the appliance to the door before the pickup window.

jobs completed through the LoadUp network
874,000+
items hauled away through the LoadUp network
1.9M+
LoadUp network operating
Since 2014

Ready to book appliance removal in California?

It opens right here, without leaving the page. Choose the appliance and a pickup window, check your total, and that's it.

Get Instant Price
  • Exact price before you book
  • Two Loaders do the lifting
  • Pickup from any room in your home