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Appliance Repair Cost and Disposal Fees in California
Repair cost
Call for a quote. Every repair is different, so this site does not publish price ranges. What you pay depends on:
- The appliance, brand and model
- Which part has failed and whether it is in stock
- The shop and how soon you need the visit
Ask each shop whether it charges a diagnostic or trip fee, whether that fee is credited toward the repair, and for a written quote after diagnosis.
Official appliance disposal fees in California
Fees we could verify on official city pages. One source per row; open it before you go, because fees change.
| City | What | Fee | Source (checked) |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego | Miramar Recycling Center: fridge, freezer or AC | $25 each | City of San Diego Environmental Services: Miramar Recycling Center (November 1, 2026) |
| San Diego | Miramar Recycling Center: other appliances | $12 each | City of San Diego Environmental Services: Miramar Recycling Center (November 1, 2026) |
| Los Angeles | Metal and appliance pickup (LASAN curbside customers) | No extra cost | LA Sanitation and Environment: Metal Appliance Pickup (November 1, 2026) |
| San Jose | Junk Pickup, up to 12 items | No cost | City of San Jose Environmental Services: Junk Pickup (November 1, 2026) |
| San Francisco | Recology bulky collection (buildings of 5 or fewer units) | Two a year at no additional charge | Recology San Francisco: Bulky Items (November 1, 2026) |
| Sacramento | Appliance appointments, up to 2 appliances each | Two free a year; extra for a fee | City of Sacramento Recycling and Solid Waste: Appliance and E-Waste Pickup (November 1, 2026) |
| Fresno | One-Time Bulky Item Pickup (no fridges or freezers) | Once a year at no extra cost | City of Fresno Department of Public Utilities: One-Time Bulky Item Pickup (November 1, 2026) |
| Long Beach | Special Collections | 12 a year at no additional cost; a regulatory fee may apply for special handling | City of Long Beach Recycles: Special Collection 101 (November 1, 2026) |
| Oakland | Bulky drop off and curbside pickup | Included with trash service | City of Oakland (Oakland Recycles): Bulky Junk Services (November 1, 2026) |
| Bakersfield | Curbside bulky pickup, 2 items | Every 3 months at no additional charge | City of Bakersfield Solid Waste: Collection calendar, published 7/1/2026 (PDF) (November 1, 2026) |
California repair shops
FAQ
How much does appliance repair cost in California?
Call for a quote. Repair costs depend on the brand, the model, the part and the shop, so this site does not publish price ranges. Ask each shop for its diagnostic or trip fee and a written quote after diagnosis.
What do California cities charge to pick up an old appliance?
San Diego: Miramar Recycling Center: fridge, freezer or AC, $25 each. San Diego: Miramar Recycling Center: other appliances, $12 each. Los Angeles: Metal and appliance pickup (LASAN curbside customers), No extra cost. San Jose: Junk Pickup, up to 12 items, No cost. Sources: the city pages linked in the fee table.
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