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Free toilet and tub removal in Lubbock, TX
Every free and paid way to get rid of a toilet or bathtub in Lubbock, verified October 2026.
Checked against Lubbock Solid Waste
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A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of a toilet or bathtub in Lubbock, verified October 2026.
Checked against Lubbock Solid Waste
0
curbside bulky pickups; large items go to a Citizen Convenience Station
4
free Convenience Station visits per address per year, a pickup load each
12
free landfill loads a year for furniture, brush, and non-Freon appliances
Every route for a toilet or bathtub in Lubbock, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Lubbock guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Lubbock, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Lubbock Citizen Convenience Stations: toilets, bathtubs, and sinks
Not collectedFixtures count as remodeling material, which the stations refuse. Habitat ReStore takes usable fixtures; the landfill takes the rest for a fee.
Why: Construction, remodeling, and demolition materials at the stations, and commercial loads anywhere. Refrigerators and freezers go to the stations (not the landfill) so staff can remove the refrigerant.
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 Lubbock: 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 toilets, bathtubs, and sinks, 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 Lubbock: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Lubbock, Texas (#84 nationally) operates a distinctly different municipal solid waste system from most U.S. cities. There is NO curbside bulk pickup and NO curbside recycling. Garbage runs twice weekly (Monday/Thursday OR Tuesday/Friday) at a $16.25 monthly flat rate. For bulk items, brush, mattresses, large furniture, and appliances, residents must self-haul to one of four Citizen Convenience Stations open Monday to Saturday 8:00 AM-5:30 PM. Service is FREE for Lubbock residents with valid driver’s license showing a Lubbock city address. Recycling is handled via 10 drop-off locations citywide. The city does NOT accept glass or plastics #3-7 (private services like Good Earth Recycling fill that gap). This guide covers every disposal option for City of Lubbock residents.
The Lubbock rule for toilets, bathtubs, and sinks: Fixtures count as remodeling material, which the stations refuse. Habitat ReStore takes usable fixtures; the landfill takes the rest for a fee.
What the city will not take: Construction, remodeling, and demolition materials at the stations, and commercial loads anywhere. Refrigerators and freezers go to the stations (not the landfill) so staff can remove the refrigerant.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Lubbock Solid Waste: Bulky Items, City of Lubbock Solid Waste: Citizen Convenience Stations and free landfill disposal. Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Why toilets, bathtubs, and sinks are different from ordinary bulk. Porcelain is the sticking point. A whole toilet or pedestal sink is heavy, awkward, and shatters into sharp pieces, so many bulk crews refuse them intact. Some cities accept porcelain if it is broken into pieces and bagged or boxed; others route it to the transfer station as inert C&D material. Clean porcelain is actually recyclable as aggregate, and a growing number of regions accept it at concrete recyclers.
Three mistakes that get toilets, bathtubs, and sinks left at the curb:
When the city classifies fixtures as C&D and no scrap or donation route fits, paid options are the only legal path.
Self-haul to a transfer station or C&D recycler
$10 to $40Transfer stations accept fixtures as C&D by weight or by load. Clean porcelain is accepted at some concrete and aggregate recyclers for less. Break porcelain into bagged pieces to make it easy to handle.
Line the vehicle. Porcelain shards will cut carpet and tires.
LoadUp paid toilet or bathtub pickup
$80+For Lubbock households who can’t self-haul to a Citizen Convenience Station, no truck, mobility limitations, items too heavy to transport, or service when crew labor is needed, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in Tech Terrace, Arnett Benson, Caprock, and other Lubbock neighborhoods for upfront-priced pickup.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your toilet or bathtub. 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 toilet or bathtub pickup in Lubbock with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Lubbock proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Lubbock junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national toilet, bathtub, and sink disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Lubbock: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Lubbock pick up toilets, bathtubs, and sinks for free?
No. Habitat ReStore if usable, landfill otherwise.
How much does paid toilet and tub removal cost in Lubbock?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single toilet or bathtub pickup in Lubbock starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Lubbock households who can’t self-haul to a Citizen Convenience Station, no truck, mobility limitations, items too heavy to transport, or service when crew labor is needed, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in Tech Terrace, Arnett Benson, Caprock, and other Lubbock neighborhoods for upfront-priced pickup.
Can I put an old toilet out with bulk trash?
It depends on the city. Some accept toilets and sinks with bulk pickup, some accept only broken porcelain in bags with regular trash, and many classify fixtures as construction debris and exclude them. Check the directory below for your city.
Is porcelain recyclable?
Yes, as inert aggregate. Crushed toilets and sinks become road base and fill. Some transfer stations and concrete recyclers accept clean porcelain for less than general C&D rates, and some water utilities run toilet recycling drop-offs.
How do I get a cast iron tub out of a second-floor bathroom?
Either hire scrappers or movers who handle the weight, or break it. Cover the tub with a heavy blanket, wear eye protection, gloves, and long sleeves, and strike the side near the drain with a sledgehammer; cast iron cracks into pieces that two people can carry. Clean up the enamel chips, which are sharp.
Will a ReStore take a used toilet?
Most will if it is a 1.6 gpf or lower model, uncracked, clean, and complete with tank lid and seat. Some require the WaterSense 1.28 gpf label. Older 3.5 gpf toilets are generally refused.
Is this Lubbock page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Lubbock guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.