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Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Chesapeake, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Chesapeake
382-CITY
call by 5 p.m. the work day before, or request online by 11:59 p.m.
3 days
earliest set-out before your regular collection day, 3 feet from obstructions
No tires
state rules keep tires out of bulk; SPSA Tire Processing Facility in Suffolk instead
Every route for a washer or dryer in Chesapeake, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Chesapeake guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Chesapeake, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Chesapeake scheduled bulk trash collection: washers and dryers
Free, with a step firstWashers and dryers are bulk appliances by request.
Who qualifies: Residents served by the City of Chesapeake Waste Management Division.
How to schedule: Request a pickup by calling 757-382-CITY (2489) by 5 p.m. the work day before your regular collection day, or use the online Bulk Trash Pickup Request by 11:59 p.m. the day before. Collection comes on your regular day. Free.
Limits: No published volume cap for household bulk. Bulk yard waste is limited to one 4 by 4 by 6 foot pile per week, kept separate from household items.
Set-out: As close to the curb or roadside as possible, 3 feet from mailboxes, poles, and carts, no earlier than 3 work days before your collection day. Refrigerator and freezer doors removed; all glass surfaces taped.
Donation pickup in Chesapeake (usable washers and dryers)
FreeDonation 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 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 the program before scheduling.
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 Chesapeake: 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 washers and dryers, 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 Chesapeake: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Chesapeake, Virginia has one of the more accessible bulk waste systems in Hampton Roads: free curbside bulk pickup is collected on the same day as regular garbage when scheduled in advance. Call (757) 382-CITY (2489) by 5 PM the workday before, or submit online by 11:59 PM the day before. The city discontinued curbside recycling in 2023 and now operates 8 drop-off locations across the city, most 24/7. The SPSA Chesapeake Transfer Station at 901 Hollowell Lane handles HHW on the first Wednesday of each month. Tires are not accepted in any city program due to Virginia DEQ regulations. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Chesapeake residents.
The Chesapeake rule for washers and dryers: Washers and dryers are bulk appliances by request.
Program basics: No published volume cap for household bulk. Bulk yard waste is limited to one 4 by 4 by 6 foot pile per week, kept separate from household items. As close to the curb or roadside as possible, 3 feet from mailboxes, poles, and carts, no earlier than 3 work days before your collection day. Refrigerator and freezer doors removed; all glass surfaces taped.
What the city will not take: Carpet, wood and fencing, construction and demolition debris, hazardous waste, and tires (SPSA stations cannot accept tires under state rules; use the SPSA Tire Processing Facility in Suffolk).
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Chesapeake Waste Management: Bulk Trash Collection, City of Chesapeake: Bulk Trash Collection FAQ. Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Why washers and dryers are different from ordinary bulk. Washers and dryers sit in an unusual middle ground. They are not hazardous like a refrigerator (no refrigerant to recover under EPA Section 608), so most city bulk programs accept them without a special fee. But they are heavy enough that many programs set weight or two-person-lift limits, and a front-loader with a concrete counterweight can exceed 230 pounds.
Three mistakes that get washers and dryers left at the curb:
When the machine is in a basement with no walkout, the retailer will not take it, or you need it gone this week, paid options fill the gap.
Self-haul to a transfer station or scrap yard
Free to $25If you own or can borrow a truck and an appliance dolly, most county transfer stations and all scrap yards accept washers and dryers. Transfer stations may charge a small appliance fee; scrap yards do not.
Two people and a strapped dolly are the minimum for stairs. A front-loader's counterweight makes it top-heavy.
Call ahead about hours and whether the facility wants the unit upright.
LoadUp paid washer or dryer pickup
$80+For Chesapeake households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (carpet, construction debris), or service before the next scheduled bulk request, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Hampton Roads area for upfront-priced pickup.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your washer or dryer. 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 washer or dryer pickup in Chesapeake with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Chesapeake proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Chesapeake junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national washer and dryer disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Chesapeake: mattress, couch, refrigerator, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Chesapeake pick up washers and dryers for free?
Yes, after requesting.
Where can I donate a washer or dryer in Chesapeake?
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 rules), kitchenware, lamps, and most household goods.
How much does paid washer and dryer removal cost in Chesapeake?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single washer or dryer pickup in Chesapeake starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Chesapeake households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (carpet, construction debris), or service before the next scheduled bulk request, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Hampton Roads area for upfront-priced pickup.
Can I put a washer or dryer out with my regular trash?
Almost never in the regular cart, but most cities with a bulk or large-item program will take laundry machines at the curb on a scheduled day. Check your city’s rules in the directory below; some require an appliance-specific appointment.
Is there anything hazardous inside a washer or dryer?
No refrigerant and nothing regulated under EPA Section 608. The only cautions are a possible gas connection on dryers, the 240V electrical cord, and residual water in a washer. Some older washers have a small capacitor on the motor, which scrap yards handle routinely.
How much does a washer or dryer weigh?
Top-load washers run 150 to 180 pounds, front-loaders 180 to 230 pounds because of the concrete counterweight, and dryers 100 to 150 pounds. Stacked units should be separated before moving.
Will a scrap yard pay me for an old washer?
Usually a few dollars. Scrap steel prices fluctuate, and a washer yields roughly 100 to 150 pounds of mixed steel plus a copper-wound motor. Many people find the free pickup more valuable than the payout and simply list the machine as free scrap.
Is this Chesapeake page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Chesapeake guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.