Household Goods Recycling

How to Get Rid of Old Appliances, Furniture, and Other Household Goods

Did you know that most household items are either repairable, donate-able, or recyclable?  Please donate good condition household items to your favorite local charitable organization, instead of calling the garbage company to come get them.  It will save you hauling charges and others will benefit from your unwanted goods.  CCCSWA mini-grant recipient Hospice of Contra Costa Foundation accepts reusable items.  Call (925) 674-9072 to schedule a pickup.  Other CCCSWA-service area thrift stores are listed at left or consult your phone book.

Or, sell it at a consignment store.  There are many types of consignment stores listed in your phone book and in the new Contra Costa Reuse & Recycling Guide contained in SBC's December 2004 Contra Costa Central yellow pages.   

Recycle unwanted or non-working appliances.  Below are several options.  Some charge a pick up fee while others may require drop-off. Call for details.

Appliance Recyclers

On-Property Recyclers

Finally, if you have a lot of items and need quick and convenient pick-up service, we suggest you call one of the following CCCSWA permitted haulers that specialize in recycling household items.  They may even come into your home to move items too heavy for you to lift.

• 1-800-Got-Junk

• 1-866-HAULERS - 866-428-5377

• All-in-One Removal - 925-962-3867