Curbside GuideHow to get rid of appliances in Des Moines, IA
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Quick answer
Put seven $5 Large Item Stickers on the appliance, call (515) 283-4950, and set it at the curb by 7 a.m. the following Monday.
- Curbside Yes, with stickers and a call
- Prep Attach seven pink $5 Large Item…
- Cost / limits $35 per appliance (seven $5 sti…
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes, with stickers and a call. Washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, dishwashers, water heaters, A/C units, dehumidifiers, furnaces and microwaves are collected as appliances.
- How to prepare
- Attach seven pink $5 Large Item Stickers and have it at the curb by 7 a.m., stickers facing the street.
- Cost / limits
- $35 per appliance (seven $5 stickers).
- Appointment
- Yes. Call (515) 283-4950 (24/7). Appliances are collected on the following Monday.
- Drop-off
- Not listed on the City's bulk trash page.
- Tip
- Even a microwave counts as an appliance and needs seven stickers.
Official source: www.dsm.city
Helpful supplies
- Appliance hand truck — Designed for moving washers, dryers and other heavy appliances.
- Furniture sliders — Lets you slide a heavy appliance across the floor without lifting it.
General tips from official sources
- ENERGY STAR has recycling information for clothes washers and other appliances. (www.energystar.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of an old appliance in Des Moines?
Put seven $5 Large Item Stickers on the appliance, call (515) 283-4950, and set it at the curb by 7 a.m. the following Monday.
Is there curbside pickup for appliances in Des Moines?
Yes, with stickers and a call. Washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, dishwashers, water heaters, A/C units, dehumidifiers, furnaces and microwaves are collected as appliances.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
$35 per appliance (seven $5 stickers).
Do I need an appointment in Des Moines?
Yes. Call (515) 283-4950 (24/7). Appliances are collected on the following Monday.
Where can I drop off appliances in Des Moines?
Not listed on the City's bulk trash page.
Any other tips for getting rid of appliances in Des Moines?
Even a microwave counts as an appliance and needs seven stickers.