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Free washer and dryer removal in Lakeland, FL
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Lakeland, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Lakeland
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A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Lakeland, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Lakeland
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free bulk junk or yard waste collections a year, up to 20 cubic yards each
863-834-8773
or email Customer Service with your address and items to schedule
Special truck
appliances are collected separately for recycling; small Freon fee on refrigerators and ACs
Every route for a washer or dryer in Lakeland, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Lakeland guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Lakeland, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Lakeland bulk junk, yard waste, and appliance pickups: washers and dryers
Scheduled appliance pickup; Freon feeWashers and dryers are named appliances collected by the special bulk truck after scheduling, no Freon fee.
Who qualifies: City of Lakeland Solid Waste customers.
How to schedule: Email Customer Service with your address and the items, or call 863-834-8773, to arrange a pickup. Customers get 4 free yard waste or bulk junk collections a year, up to 20 cubic yards each. Used refrigerators, air conditioners, water heaters, washers, and dryers are collected by a special bulk truck for recycling; refrigerant units carry a small Freon removal fee.
Limits: 4 free bulk junk or yard waste collections a year, 20 cubic yards each. Yard waste pieces under 8 feet. Extra collections are charged.
Set-out: Items at the curb before the scheduled pickup, clear of carts and obstructions; bend over protruding nails.
Donation pickup in Lakeland (usable washers and dryers)
FreeSchedules free pickup for usable furniture and large items. Schedule online at satruck.org.
Free pickup for qualifying donations of furniture, appliances, and building materials.
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 Lakeland: 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 Lakeland: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Lakeland, Florida provides 4 free bulk junk collections and 4 free yard waste collections per year, each up to 20 cubic yards, by appointment through the City’s Solid Waste Division. This is notably generous capacity for a city this size. You must call or email to schedule, not just set items at the curb. Important: City of Lakeland service is for city-limits residents only. If your garbage can is gray and your recycle can is black, you are a Polk County customer, not a City of Lakeland customer. This guide covers every option for City of Lakeland residents.
The Lakeland rule for washers and dryers: Washers and dryers are named appliances collected by the special bulk truck after scheduling, no Freon fee.
Program basics: 4 free bulk junk or yard waste collections a year, 20 cubic yards each. Yard waste pieces under 8 feet. Extra collections are charged. Items at the curb before the scheduled pickup, clear of carts and obstructions; bend over protruding nails.
What the city will not take: Hazardous waste and electronics (Polk County drop-off), contractor debris, and tires.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Lakeland Solid Waste: Large Bulk Pickups. 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 Lakeland households who need same-day or in-home pickup, crew labor, or faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Lakeland area.
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 Lakeland with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Lakeland proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Lakeland 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 Lakeland: mattress, couch, refrigerator, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Lakeland pick up washers and dryers for free?
Yes, after scheduling, by the appliance truck.
Where can I donate a washer or dryer in Lakeland?
Schedules free pickup for usable furniture and large items. Schedule online at satruck.org.
How much does paid washer and dryer removal cost in Lakeland?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single washer or dryer pickup in Lakeland starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Lakeland households who need same-day or in-home pickup, crew labor, or faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Lakeland area.
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 Lakeland page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Lakeland guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.