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Free dishwasher removal in Phoenix, AZ
Every free and paid way to get rid of a dishwasher in Phoenix, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Phoenix
Home › By item › Dishwasher › Phoenix
A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of a dishwasher in Phoenix, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Phoenix
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bulk trash appointments per household each year
10 cu yd
maximum pile, about 17 by 4 by 4 feet
5:30 a.m.
pile must be in place by this time on your appointment day
See appliance recycling page
City of Phoenix appliance recycling, see appliance recycling page
Every route for a dishwasher in Phoenix, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Phoenix guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Phoenix, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
City of Phoenix appointment-based bulk trash: dishwashers
Free, with a step firstSame as a washer: no refrigerant, but a heavy metal appliance outside the bulk pile rules. Uninstall it and use appliance recycling, a transfer station, or a scrap yard.
Who qualifies: Homes with City of Phoenix solid waste service. Some neighborhoods and HOAs have community appointments already scheduled; the city posts that list.
How to schedule: Book an appointment first, online at phoenix.gov/bulktrash or by calling 602-262-6251, as late as 3 business days ahead and up to a year out. Set the pile out no more than 7 days before the date and have it in place by 5:30 a.m. that morning. Cancel at least 2 business days ahead and it will not count against you.
Limits: Four appointments per household per calendar year. One pile per residence, no more than 10 cubic yards (about 17 by 4 by 4 feet). No community piles; each household books its own.
Set-out: A single pile at the edge of your property parallel to the street, within 5 feet of the curb, at least 5 feet from walls, mailboxes, and other fixed objects, and never on a water meter or in the alley. Putting trash out more than 7 days before your appointment is a city ordinance violation.
City of Phoenix appliance recycling: dishwashers
See appliance recycling pageLarge appliances are handled through appliance recycling or self-haul.
Where: Transfer station drop-off, or a fee-based curbside pickup arranged through 602-262-6251
How it works: Refrigerant appliances cannot go in the bulk pile. The city's appliance recycling program allows a free drop-off at a transfer station once a year per customer, with a fee for additional units, and offers paid curbside appliance pickup. Check the appliance recycling page for current fees.
Donation pickup in Phoenix (usable dishwashers)
FreePhoenix’s donation programs accept items in good usable condition: clean upholstered furniture without significant tears or stains, working appliances less than 10 years old, mattresses in good condition (subject to program-specific rules), kitchenware, lamps, and most household goods.
Items typically not accepted: damaged or stained furniture, mattresses with bedbug history or significant wear, appliances that don’t work, particle-board furniture in poor condition, cribs (federal safety regulations have changed), and exercise equipment that requires reassembly. Always call before scheduling if you’re unsure, pickups that find unacceptable items will leave them behind.
Freemoval (free pickups through partner organizations)
FreeFreemoval funds free junk removal and cleanouts for households referred by trusted partner organizations, such as nonprofits, housing programs, and senior services. Families don’t apply directly. A partner submits the request and vouches for the need.
Status in Phoenix: Not yet available. Freemoval currently serves metro Atlanta and plans to expand nationwide.
How it works where it operates: One free pickup per household, covering dishwashers, furniture, appliances, and bulk household items within standard LoadUp marketplace service. Funded by LoadUp customer round-ups and direct contributions, spent at standard LoadUp rates.
If you run a nonprofit or housing program in Phoenix: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Phoenix transformed its bulk pickup system in September 2024, replacing the old quarterly schedule with an appointment-based model. Each household now gets up to 4 free bulk pickups per calendar year (each up to 10 cubic yards), scheduled online or by calling 602-262-6251. Combined with the 27th Avenue Transfer Station, the appliance recycling program, and free annual refrigerant appliance drop-off, Phoenix residents have solid options, if they plan ahead. This page walks through every legitimate option in order from free to paid.
The Phoenix rule for dishwashers: Same as a washer: no refrigerant, but a heavy metal appliance outside the bulk pile rules. Uninstall it and use appliance recycling, a transfer station, or a scrap yard.
Program basics: Four appointments per household per calendar year. One pile per residence, no more than 10 cubic yards (about 17 by 4 by 4 feet). No community piles; each household books its own. A single pile at the edge of your property parallel to the street, within 5 feet of the curb, at least 5 feet from walls, mailboxes, and other fixed objects, and never on a water meter or in the alley. Putting trash out more than 7 days before your appointment is a city ordinance violation.
What the city will not take: Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other refrigerant appliances, tires of any size, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, antifreeze, batteries, pool chemicals), glass such as windows, mirrors, shower doors, and fluorescent tubes, bricks, concrete, dirt, rocks, asphalt and roofing, construction debris over 25 pounds or 4 feet, metal or car parts over 20 pounds or 4 feet, more than 2 pallets, Bagster bags, loose yard clippings, and ordinary household trash.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Phoenix Public Works: Bulk Trash (appointment-based), City of Phoenix: Appliance Recycling, City of Phoenix: Transfer Station Drop-off, City of Phoenix: Household Hazardous Waste Collection. Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Why dishwashers are different from ordinary bulk. Dishwashers are usually replaced as part of a kitchen project, which means the old one often ends up sitting in a garage because nobody planned its exit. Because they are lighter than other appliances, two people can carry one to the curb, but the uninstall involves three connections (power, water, drain) and any of them done wrong can flood a cabinet.
Three mistakes that get dishwashers left at the curb:
Paid options are rarely needed for a dishwasher alone, but they make sense when it is part of a larger kitchen cleanout or when nobody is available to carry it.
Self-haul to a transfer station
Free to $20A dishwasher fits in most SUVs with the seats down. County transfer stations accept it as an appliance or bulky item, sometimes with a small fee.
Lay a tarp down. Even a drained dishwasher drips from the sump for a day.
LoadUp paid dishwasher pickup
$80+For households who can’t wait for an appointment slot, exceed the 10 cubic yard limit, need items the city won’t take, or have urgent timelines (move-outs, real estate closings), LoadUp offers professional removal in Phoenix with upfront pricing. Independent loaders in the marketplace handle pickup, loading, and licensed disposal.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your dishwasher. No prep needed beyond pointing out what goes.
Pricing: Starts around $80 for a single item; full-truck pickups range from $300 to $600 depending on volume.
If you can pay for a pickup, your booking helps fund free pickups for someone else. Every paid LoadUp customer can opt in to round up at checkout, and 100% of round-ups go directly to Freemoval’s subsidized jobs.
Book dishwasher pickup in Phoenix with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Phoenix proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Phoenix junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national dishwasher disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Phoenix: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Phoenix pick up dishwashers for free?
Not in the bulk pile. Uninstall it and use appliance recycling, a transfer station, or a scrap yard.
Where can I donate a dishwasher in Phoenix?
Phoenix’s donation programs accept items in good usable condition: clean upholstered furniture without significant tears or stains, working appliances less than 10 years old, mattresses in good condition (subject to program-specific rules), kitchenware, lamps, and most household goods.
How much does paid dishwasher removal cost in Phoenix?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single dishwasher pickup in Phoenix starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For households who can’t wait for an appointment slot, exceed the 10 cubic yard limit, need items the city won’t take, or have urgent timelines (move-outs, real estate closings), LoadUp offers professional removal in Phoenix with upfront pricing. Independent loaders in the marketplace handle pickup, loading, and licensed disposal.
Can a dishwasher go out with bulk trash?
In most cities, yes. Dishwashers are usually treated as a standard large item or a non-refrigerant appliance. Confirm the local rule in the directory below and whether a separate appliance appointment is required.
Does a dishwasher contain refrigerant or anything hazardous?
No. Dishwashers have no refrigerant and no regulated components. Some older models have a small mercury-free float switch and a capacitor; both are routine for recyclers.
How do I disconnect a built-in dishwasher?
Turn off the breaker and confirm power is off. Shut the hot water stop under the sink and disconnect the supply line. Disconnect the drain hose at the disposal or air gap. Remove the kick plate, open the junction box, and disconnect the wires (or unplug it if corded). Remove the two mounting screws under the counter and slide the unit out onto a towel.
How much does a dishwasher weigh?
Most 24-inch built-ins weigh 60 to 90 pounds. Stainless-tub models are at the upper end. Portable units with a wood top run 90 to 120 pounds.
Is this Phoenix page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Phoenix guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.