Appliance removal in Orange County runs $75 to $250 for most jobs. A single fridge, washer, dryer, or dishwasher pulled from a kitchen or laundry room with truck access lands at $75 to $125. A full kitchen overhaul — fridge, range, dishwasher, and microwave gone in one visit — runs $200 to $250 flat. We’re EA Junk Removal, family-owned in OC since 2018, and appliance hauls are about a third of what Alex and the crew do every week. Here’s how the actual pricing works, what’s included, and when a free option might beat hiring us.
Appliance removal pricing in Orange County
| What we’re hauling | Notes | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Single fridge or freezer | standard kitchen size, easy access | $75 – $125 |
| Single washer or dryer | top-load or front-load, hookups disconnected | $75 – $125 |
| Stackable washer/dryer unit | treated as one piece if stacked | $100 – $150 |
| Range, oven, or dishwasher | gas line capped, electric unplugged | $75 – $125 |
| Full kitchen swap (fridge + range + dishwasher + microwave) | one visit, one price | $200 – $250 |
| Commercial fridge / restaurant equipment | oversized, quoted on site | $200 – $400 |
Flat-rate, all-in. Disposal, EPA-required refrigerant recovery on the fridge/freezer, and any metal recycling we route to are baked in. No hourly meter, no per-pound add-ons.
What’s actually included in an appliance haul
You’re not just paying for someone to wheel a fridge to a truck. Here’s what’s in the price:
- Disconnect. Water lines, gas lines, dryer vent, electrical — we handle the disconnect at the appliance. If a shut-off valve is seized or the water line is old plastic that’ll burst, we’ll flag it before pulling.
- Carry-out. Down a flight of stairs, around a tight kitchen corner, through a side gate. We bring an appliance dolly and floor protection. Most OC homes don’t damage hardwood or tile during a haul; the few that do, we’d have warned you first.
- Truck load. Two-person crew on every appliance job — a fridge isn’t a one-person lift.
- Refrigerant recovery. Federal EPA Section 608 rules require certified refrigerant recovery on any fridge, freezer, or AC unit. The metal recycler at the end of the chain won’t accept the unit otherwise. We handle it.
- Recycling routing. Most appliances are 75%+ steel + copper + aluminum by weight. We route to local OC metal recyclers wherever possible; the non-metal residual goes to landfill. We’re transparent about what gets recycled vs landfilled — ask any time.
The free options you should know about first
We’re a paid service, but we’d rather you save the money if a free option fits. Here’s the honest comparison:
1. Retailer haul-away when you buy new
If you’re replacing a fridge with a new one from Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Costco, ask about haul-away at checkout. Most charge $25–$45 (or free with delivery) to take the old one. That’s almost always the cheapest path. Only catch: you have to be home for the delivery window, and the new appliance has to be installed before they’ll take the old one.
2. Your city’s free bulky-item pickup
Several OC cities offer a few free bulky-item pickups per year through their waste hauler:
- Anaheim, Garden Grove, Fullerton — Republic Services or CR&R run scheduled bulky pickups (1–2 per year free; call ahead).
- Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach — check with CR&R; some addresses get an annual cleanup week.
- Irvine, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo — Waste Management offers bulky pickups; schedule online.
- San Clemente, Dana Point, Laguna Beach — CR&R, but coastal short-set-out windows (don’t leave at curb overnight).
The catches: you carry the appliance to the curb yourself, schedule 1–3 weeks out, and they often won’t take a fridge unless you have proof of refrigerant recovery. If you can’t move 250 lbs of fridge to the street, the free option isn’t really free.
3. Donation if it works
A working appliance — meaning it runs, not just “the door closes” — can sometimes go to Habitat for Humanity ReStore (locations in Anaheim, Santa Ana, Laguna Niguel) or local OC charities. They pick up, free, but they only take working units and they’re picky about age (usually under 10 years).
When hiring us beats the free options
Most people call us when one of these applies:
- The appliance is broken. No retailer will take a non-functioning fridge as part of a delivery. No charity will take a dead washer.
- It’s not at the curb. The free city pickup needs the appliance street-side. A washer in a second-floor laundry closet doesn’t qualify.
- You need it gone today. Bulky pickup schedules run 1–3 weeks. We do same-day or next-day across all 40 OC cities.
- You’re replacing it yourself and the new unit isn’t from a big retailer. Online appliance orders rarely include haul-away.
- Multiple appliances at once. Free city pickups cap at 1–2 items per event. A kitchen remodel has 4–6 appliances; one phone call to us beats four city scheduling calls.
What about the refrigerant rules?
This is the part most people don’t realize. Under federal EPA Section 608, refrigerant (R-134a, R-600a, the older R-12) has to be recovered by a certified tech before the fridge can be scrapped. A landfill won’t take a fridge with refrigerant intact. A metal recycler won’t either. The city bulky-pickup crews do handle it — that’s part of why they’re slow to schedule. If you DIY it to a transfer station yourself, you’ll be turned away.
We’re certified for refrigerant recovery and do it as part of every fridge/freezer haul — no extra charge. The tag goes on the unit before it leaves your driveway. That’s why the free DIY path often falls apart at the disposal step.
OC-specific things that affect the haul
- Coastal corrosion. Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, San Clemente kitchens often have salt-corroded gas connectors. If the shut-off valve seizes, we’ll cap and flag it for your plumber rather than force it — same flat rate.
- Hillside / multi-level homes. Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Anaheim Hills sometimes have appliances on a basement or second-floor level reached by interior stairs. Adds maybe $25 to a single-piece haul; no change on a multi-piece job.
- Older OC homes (built pre-1985). Some have rigid-pipe gas connections rather than flexible braided lines. We don’t reuse those — we cap and walk away. You’ll want a plumber to re-pipe for the new appliance.
- HOA / apartment complexes. Most OC HOA communities and apartment buildings prohibit leaving appliances by the dumpster or in common areas. That’s where we get a lot of our work — the rule basically says “hire someone” and we’re someone.
Frequently asked questions
Do you take refrigerators with refrigerant?
Yes. We’re certified for EPA Section 608 refrigerant recovery and handle it on every fridge/freezer haul. No surcharge, no separate appointment.
What about gas appliances — do you disconnect the gas?
We disconnect at the appliance and cap the line. If the shut-off valve is seized or the connector is old/brittle, we’ll flag it for your plumber rather than force it — safer for you, and same price either way.
Will you take just one appliance, or is there a minimum?
One is fine. Single-piece appliance pickup starts at $75. No multi-item minimum.
Do you recycle the metal?
Yes — appliances are 70–85% recyclable metal by weight. We route to local OC scrap recyclers wherever possible. The plastics, insulation, and electronics inside go to appropriate streams; whatever’s left is landfilled. We’ll tell you the truth about what gets recycled vs landfilled if you ask.
Can you do a whole kitchen remodel haul?
Yes — full kitchen swap (fridge + range + dishwasher + microwave) is a flat $200–$250. We can also clear cabinets, countertops, and demo debris in the same visit; that’s quoted separately based on volume.
Same-day appliance removal — really?
Almost always. Book by 11 AM and there’s usually a same-day slot somewhere in the 40 OC cities. Worst case is next-morning.
Do you serve apartments and condos?
Yes. Apartment + condo appliance pickups are about 40% of our appliance work — HOA rules in OC almost universally prohibit dumpster-side appliances, so a hired haul is usually the only option. We’re familiar with the access rules at the bigger OC complexes.
What can’t you take?
We can’t take large commercial walk-in coolers, anything heavily damaged with biohazard exposure, or appliances containing fuel (kerosene heaters, propane fridges). For the gray-area stuff, send a photo with your quote and we’ll tell you up front.
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Erik was helpful in scheduling a pick up for my hot tub, the next day which I wanted because I needed to drain it. Alex and his crew showed up earlier than scheduled which was more convenient for me but he contacted me anyway to make sure it was ok. The guys were courteous and fast! They were careful not to scuff up the gazebo, careful around tight corners and even took care not to disturb my plants. They left the area clean. They even offered to take a wood pallet that wouldn’t fit in my trash can! Top notch, professional service at a very reasonable price. Thank you for being responsive to all my requests!
EA came ready to work and get your job done. I had a clean up of a move out the was less than stellar . Upon confirming ETA of an estimate, they asked me my time frame and I replied ASAP . They were ready prepared by having an empty bin ready to go and I said yes please. Time is money and this was money well spent , in 2 hours they removed misc furniture mattresses , cleaning supplies, left over trash and clothing even cleaning out a refrigerator and overflowing trash in the yard. There was not hesitation or problems. If your next project requires promptness these are your guys. I will using them for my next clean up projects for sure
We had the best experience with EA Junk Removal. We had an old jacuzzi that needed to go. I called on Tuesday, July 28, to schedule an appointment, and they came out for our free estimate on July 30. They didn’t haggle ~ just gave me an honest and fair price, so we agreed to have it done that day. They arrived on time, ready and prepared for the job. They were very professional, and within an hour, the jacuzzi was gone and hauled away. The backyard was left clean and neat, with no evidence work had been done. If you need anything removed, I highly recommend EA Junk Removal. I will definitely use them again.
Super grateful for Alex and his team! We called them in the morning and they arrived right on time 2 hours later to give us a free quote. They were able to haul everything away and they were SO fast and nice about it. I even completely forgot about one item until they were about to drive away but they were so flexible and helped haul it away for me. I’ll definitely be giving these guys a call again when we have more junk to dispose of. Thanks again!
EA Junk Removal did an excellent job hauling all my excess junk, trash and even the landscaping debris away in their dump truck. Price was also affordable and a fair rate. !They were on time, highly efficient and finished the job so quickly I could not believe it! HIGHLY recommend them!!! Definitely going to hire them again soon once I am ready to clean out my garage 😁
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