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Free washer and dryer removal in Plano, TX
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Plano, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Plano
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A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Plano, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Plano
Monthly
bulky waste collection day assigned by address
6x4x4 ft
maximum pile before Special Paid Collection charges apply
$10
per cubic yard, $20 minimum, for a Special Paid Collection
Every route for a washer or dryer in Plano, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Plano guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Plano, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Plano monthly bulky waste collection: washers and dryers
FreeWashers and dryers have no refrigerant and are bulky waste.
Who qualifies: Single-family homes with City of Plano Environmental Waste Services.
How to schedule: No appointment. Each address has one bulky waste collection day a month; look it up on the city's collection schedule map. Anything beyond the standard pile is a Special Paid Collection at $10 per cubic yard with a $20 minimum, requested through the city.
Limits: Piles no larger than 6 by 4 by 4 feet. Larger piles are billed as special collections.
Set-out: At the curb in manageable piles by 7 a.m. on your bulky day, not blocking the sidewalk or storm drains, and not more than 24 hours early.
Donation pickup in Plano (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 Plano: 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 Plano: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Plano, Texas operates a system that’s unusual among large Texas cities: no curbside yard waste collection at all. The Environmental Waste Services (EWS) division provides weekly trash collection in 68- or 95-gallon carts and bi-weekly recycling in green carts under the “Big 3” program. Bulky waste pickup is monthly by zone, with appointments required at least 2 working days in advance via (972) 941-7141. Cooling appliances (refrigerators, freezers, AC units, water coolers) carry a $25 special-handling fee. Yard waste must be self-hauled to NTMWD transfer stations, where Plano residents get 2 free drops per month. The Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center handles HHW. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Plano residents.
The Plano rule for washers and dryers: Washers and dryers have no refrigerant and are bulky waste.
Program basics: Piles no larger than 6 by 4 by 4 feet. Larger piles are billed as special collections. At the curb in manageable piles by 7 a.m. on your bulky day, not blocking the sidewalk or storm drains, and not more than 24 hours early.
What the city will not take: Concrete, rock, dirt, sod, roofing, contractor waste, structures, cylinders, hazardous material, glass and mirrors, railroad ties, vehicle parts, and tires. Refrigerant appliances need the refrigerant professionally removed and tagged first.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Plano: Bulky Waste Collection, City of Plano: Residential Collection Schedules. 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 Plano households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (brush, construction debris), or removal between monthly bulky cycles, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Plano 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 Plano with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Plano proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Plano 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 Plano: mattress, couch, refrigerator, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Plano pick up washers and dryers for free?
Yes, on your monthly bulky day.
Where can I donate a washer or dryer in Plano?
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 Plano?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single washer or dryer pickup in Plano starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Plano households needing same-week or in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (brush, construction debris), or removal between monthly bulky cycles, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Plano 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 Plano page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Plano guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.