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Free washer and dryer removal in Norfolk, VA
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Norfolk, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Norfolk
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A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Norfolk, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Norfolk
12
free bulk collections a year, 3 cubic yards each, scheduled through 757-664-6510 or MyNorfolk
4
tires per collection day (12 a year), included in bulk pickup
Tue and Sat
free e-waste drop-off at the SPSA Norfolk Transfer Station, noon to 4 p.m.
Every route for a washer or dryer in Norfolk, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Norfolk guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Norfolk, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Norfolk scheduled bulk waste collection: washers and dryers
Free, with a step firstWashers and dryers are bulk appliances by scheduled collection.
Who qualifies: Households with City of Norfolk Waste Management collection.
How to schedule: City code requires you to schedule before anything goes out: call Norfolk Cares at 757-664-6510 (311) or use the MyNorfolk app. Standard bulk collections are free, limited to 3 cubic yards each and 12 per year; larger volumes are charged by the cubic yard.
Limits: 3 cubic yards per collection, 12 collections a year. Up to 4 tires per collection day and 12 per year, non-commercial sizes.
Set-out: At the curb as directed when you schedule, on the scheduled day, separate from carts. Glass sectioned and taped or boxed.
Donation pickup in Norfolk (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 Norfolk: 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 Norfolk: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Norfolk, Virginia provides free curbside bulk waste pickup with a generous annual allowance: up to 12 bulk waste pickups per year, max 3 cubic yards per collection, by request through the MyNorfolk app, online portal, or Norfolk Cares phone line. Requests must be made by 3 PM the day prior to your trash collection day. Recycling is bi-weekly on the same day as trash. Up to 20 clear bags or bundles of yard waste are accepted per collection. Multi-family properties of 4 units or fewer are eligible for city service. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Norfolk residents.
The Norfolk rule for washers and dryers: Washers and dryers are bulk appliances by scheduled collection.
Program basics: 3 cubic yards per collection, 12 collections a year. Up to 4 tires per collection day and 12 per year, non-commercial sizes. At the curb as directed when you schedule, on the scheduled day, separate from carts. Glass sectioned and taped or boxed.
What the city will not take: Electronics (free at the SPSA Norfolk Transfer Station on Tuesdays and Saturdays, noon to 4), household hazardous waste, and construction debris.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Norfolk: How Do I Dispose Of (bulk waste, tires, e-waste), Norfolk City Code section 41-32 (bulk waste scheduling, 3 cubic yards, tires), via city rule summary. 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 Norfolk households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept, or service before the next bulk request slot, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Norfolk 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 Norfolk with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Norfolk proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Norfolk 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 Norfolk: mattress, couch, refrigerator, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Norfolk pick up washers and dryers for free?
Yes, after scheduling.
Where can I donate a washer or dryer in Norfolk?
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 Norfolk?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single washer or dryer pickup in Norfolk starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Norfolk households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept, or service before the next bulk request slot, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Norfolk 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 Norfolk page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Norfolk guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.