4
free curbside bulk collections or collection center visits per year, then $43 each
$15
coolant removal fee per refrigerator or AC unit on a bulk collection
480-782-3510
Solid Waste Services, or the online bulk request form, before anything goes out
Every route for a grill in Chandler, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Chandler guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Chandler, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Chandler scheduled curbside bulk collection: grills
Free, with a step firstThe grill is separated metal. The propane tank goes to the city HHW facility or an exchange.
Who qualifies: City of Chandler residential solid waste customers.
How to schedule: Schedule online through the city's bulk request form or call Solid Waste Services at 480-782-3510 before setting anything out, with a complete list of materials (recyclable bulk and trash bulk ride different trucks). Any combination of the first four curbside bulk collections and qualifying trash visits to the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center per calendar year is free; additional curbside collections cost $43.
Limits: Four free collections or center visits a year, then $43 each. Coolant appliances carry a $15 removal fee per unit. No alley collection.
Set-out: At the curb on the scheduled date only, in separate piles by material, clear of carts, cars, and meters.
Chandler Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center: grills
FreeHHW accepted on schedule.
Where: 955 E. Queen Creek Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286
How it works: Chandler solid waste customers with a utility bill and ID. Qualifying trash visits count toward your 4 free uses a year; recycling drop-off, electronics, and household hazardous waste are accepted on their own schedules. Check hours and weight limits.
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 Chandler: 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 grills, 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 Chandler: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Chandler, Arizona (#79 nationally) operates its own Solid Waste Services Division with one of the more flexible programs in the Phoenix metro. Chandler residents receive 4 free combined uses per calendar year, any combination of curbside bulk collections AND/OR visits to the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center counts toward the 4. After 4: $35 per additional bulk collection, or $10 per load under 400 lbs at the Collection Center ($50/ton over 400 lbs). Chandler uses a 5-zone color-coded weekly system: Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, Orange. Both trash AND recycling are collected WEEKLY (unusual nationwide). Only 3 holidays affect collection: New Year’s, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Chandler residents.
The Chandler rule for grills: The grill is separated metal. The propane tank goes to the city HHW facility or an exchange.
Program basics: Four free collections or center visits a year, then $43 each. Coolant appliances carry a $15 removal fee per unit. No alley collection. At the curb on the scheduled date only, in separate piles by material, clear of carts, cars, and meters.
What the city will not take: Household hazardous waste (city HHW facility) and construction debris. Tires are not part of curbside bulk.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Chandler Solid Waste Services: curbside bulk collection (2026 schedule and rules), City of Chandler: Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center. Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Hazardous and regulated components in Chandler. Chandler doesn’t have a permanent residential HHW facility but hosts collection events throughout the year. Auto parts stores and Best Buy handle some HHW categories year-round.
Why grills are different from ordinary bulk. The propane tank is the entire problem. Even an 'empty' 20-pound tank holds residual gas under pressure and can rupture in a compactor. Trash and bulk crews are trained to refuse grills with tanks attached, and a tank left on the grill is the main reason grills get skipped.
Three mistakes that get grills left at the curb:
Paid options are mostly for built-in grills and heavy ceramic kamado cookers.
Self-haul to a scrap yard or transfer station
Free to $20A cart grill fits in an SUV with the lid off and legs folded. Scrap yards take it free; transfer stations charge a small bulky fee. Take the tank to a separate drop-off.
Ceramic kamado grills have no scrap value and go to a transfer station; the steel bands and cart are scrap.
LoadUp paid grill pickup
$80+For Chandler households needing in-home pickup, service faster than 7 to 14 days, or large cleanouts beyond Chandler’s annual allowance, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the East Valley for upfront-priced pickup.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your grill. 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 grill pickup in Chandler with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Chandler proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Chandler junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national grill disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Chandler: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Chandler pick up grills for free?
The grill with a bulk collection. The tank to HHW or an exchange.
How much does paid grill removal cost in Chandler?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single grill pickup in Chandler starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Chandler households needing in-home pickup, service faster than 7 to 14 days, or large cleanouts beyond Chandler’s annual allowance, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the East Valley for upfront-priced pickup.
Can I put a gas grill out with bulk trash?
Yes in most cities, once the propane tank is removed. Some cities also ask for the grill to be clean of grease. Check your city’s rule in the directory below.
What do I do with the propane tank?
Take it to a tank exchange cage (trade for a full one), a propane dealer or hardware store that accepts old tanks, or a household hazardous waste facility. Never put it in the trash or at the curb, even if it feels empty.
Will a scrap yard take a grill?
Yes, free, and stainless grills often pay. The tank must be off; most yards refuse tanks unless the valve has been removed, and many refuse them entirely.
Can I donate a used grill?
Working gas grills that are cleaned are accepted by some ReStores and move instantly on free listings in spring and summer. Thrift stores generally do not accept grills. Include the regulator and hose, not the tank.
Is this Chandler page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Chandler guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.
