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Every free and paid way to get rid of a washer or dryer in Saint Paul, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Saint Paul
12
bulky item pickups per garbage cart per calendar year, no monthly limit
2 days
minimum notice before your collection day; label each item 'Bulky'
$30
plus tax per item beyond your yearly allotment
Every route for a washer or dryer in Saint Paul, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Saint Paul guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Saint Paul, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Saint Paul bulky item collection: washers and dryers
FreeWashers and dryers count as bulky items.
Who qualifies: Properties with 1 to 4 units in the city's coordinated garbage program (and properties that opted in). Buildings of 5 or more units arrange bulky pickups with their private hauler.
How to schedule: Every garbage cart comes with 12 bulky item pickups per calendar year, with no monthly limit. Schedule with your assigned hauler or through the city at 651-266-6101 (garbage@ci.stpaul.mn.us) at least 2 business days before your collection day, and label each item 'Bulky'. Extra items are $30 plus tax each on your garbage bill.
Limits: 12 bulky items per cart per year (prorated if a cart was not active all year). Items within 10 feet of your cart are assumed to be set out for pickup.
Set-out: At your regular cart location on your collection day, labeled 'Bulky', not blocking the alley or sidewalk.
Donation pickup in Saint Paul (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 Saint Paul: 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 Saint Paul: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Saint Paul, Minnesota (#68 nationally) operates one of the most generous bulk pickup programs in the country. Starting April 2025: every household with 1 to 4 units gets one free bulky item pickup per unit, per calendar month, included with regular garbage service. Additional items cost $30 each. The City coordinates collection through a consortium of private haulers under contract with FCC Environmental (April 1, 2025 onward); each address is assigned to a specific hauler. Recycling is funded through Ramsey County property taxes. The annual 2026 recycling fee is $172.75 per unit (1 to 4 unit properties). Mattresses are recycled separately and unlimited at no charge by Second Chance Recycling. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Saint Paul residents.
The Saint Paul rule for washers and dryers: Washers and dryers count as bulky items.
Program basics: 12 bulky items per cart per year (prorated if a cart was not active all year). Items within 10 feet of your cart are assumed to be set out for pickup. At your regular cart location on your collection day, labeled 'Bulky', not blocking the alley or sidewalk.
What the city will not take: Household hazardous waste (Ramsey County sites), construction debris, and tires on rims. Check with your hauler on item-specific prep.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Saint Paul Public Works: Bulky Item Collection. 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 Saint Paul households needing in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (construction debris, hazmat), service when crew labor is needed (heavy items, multiple-piece sets), or apartment residents at 5+ unit properties, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Twin Cities 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 Saint Paul with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Saint Paul proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul: mattress, couch, refrigerator, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Saint Paul pick up washers and dryers for free?
Yes, as bulky items.
Where can I donate a washer or dryer in Saint Paul?
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 Saint Paul?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single washer or dryer pickup in Saint Paul starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Saint Paul households needing in-home pickup, items the city won’t accept (construction debris, hazmat), service when crew labor is needed (heavy items, multiple-piece sets), or apartment residents at 5+ unit properties, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Twin Cities 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 Saint Paul page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Saint Paul guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.