Washer and Dryer Recycling in Alhambra, CA

Alhambra washers and dryers go out with a scheduled free Republic appliance pickup; call 800-299-4898.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in Alhambra

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AlhambraNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
How it works
Book online, set out your washer and dryer and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.
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Republic Services weekly curbside bulky item pickup (Alhambra)Pickup service · AlhambraAlhambra residentsFree
How it works
Free curbside bulky item collection on cart service day for Alhambra homes, apartments and businesses (more than six items, e-waste and appliances must be scheduled); 800-299-4898.
Cost & rules
- Must be scheduled first with Republic at 800-299-4898 or alhambra@republicservices.com.
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Places that don’t take washers and dryers (1)

Antelope Valley Environmental Collection Center (AVECC) · 1200 West City Ranch Road, Palmdale

Before you go

Ask whether each machine is priced separately.
Disconnect water and gas lines safely, or have a professional do it.
Confirm whether the operator wants hoses and cords left attached.

More about washers and dryers

California rules

Washing machines and clothes dryers are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Source: DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab)
DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)

More California rules (5)

It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

LA County Public Works (CleanLA): Antelope Valley Environmental Collection Center (opens in new tab) · Los Angeles County Public Works
- AVECC is a permanent facility offering LA County residents a free way to dispose of household hazardous and electronic waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted: trash, tires and white goods such as refrigerators, stoves and washing machines. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Alhambra: Bulky Item Pick Up (opens in new tab) · City of Alhambra
- Residents can put bulky items at the curb on cart service days for no additional cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulky item pickup is a free service with Republic Services; high volumes may need paid roll-off service. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliances (must be scheduled): refrigerators, washers, dryers, water heaters, dishwashers and stoves. Checked October 26, 2026.
- E-waste requires a separate, scheduled pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Alhambra: Electronic & Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Alhambra
- Phone or email Republic at 800-299-4898 or alhambra@republicservices.com to schedule a free e-waste pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- Washing machines and clothes dryers are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Checked October 26, 2026.

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