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San Diego Dump & Landfill Fees: 2026 Guide
Planning a San Diego dump run? Here are the San Diego landfill fees by facility for 2026, what it really costs to dispose of junk yourself, and what hiring junk removal costs instead — so you can pick the cheaper option for your load.
Last updated: June 2026
Please note: Minimum pick-up order is 2 cubic yards (a 1/8 load): $130 curbside or $185 full-service.
You pay for the space you use — that's it.
Pricing is based on how much room your items take up in our 15-cubic-yard truck — the same prices as our instant quote tool. We give you a firm, all-in price on-site before we lift a finger. No weight surprises, no "gotcha" fees.
Curbside · save 30%
You stage items at a drive-up spot — driveway, open garage or alley. Our crew loads the truck. You don't need to be home.
Full-Service
You point, we carry — from inside, upstairs or the backyard. All labor is in the price, with 2+ crew for bulky pieces.
What does 1 cubic yard look like?
One cubic yard is a space 3 ft wide, 3 ft deep and 3 ft tall — about hip-high on an adult. It holds about 4 full trash bags, 6–7 moving boxes and an office chair, packed tight.
- 2 cu yds (1/8 load): a loveseat and a few bags, or a mattress set
- 7.5 cu yds (1/2 load): a full bedroom set plus boxes
- 15 cu yds (full truck): a whole garage or small apartment
Always included
- All labor & loading — we do the lifting
- Sweep-up after we load
- Fuel & drive time
- Recycling, donation & legal disposal
- Upfront, no-hidden-fees quote
Situations that may add cost
- 2+ flights of stairs
- Long carry (over 75 ft)
- Disassembly required
- Hot tub / spa removal
- Piano removal
- Shed demolition
- Heavy materials (concrete, dirt, tile)
Any of these are always quoted upfront — you approve the price before we start.
Just one or two things? Pay per item, but consider the minimum order of $130 curbside ($185 full-service).
Only getting rid of a couch or a fridge? Skip the load-based pricing and pay a flat, per-item rate. Stage it curbside, in the driveway or by your dumpster and we'll grab it.
- Refrigerator / Freezer$235+
- Washer & Dryer (pair)$185
- Washer$145
- Dryer$145
- Stove / Oven$145
- Grill or BBQ$99
- Hot Tub / Spa$300+
- Mattress, Box Spring & Frame$185
- Mattress & Box Spring$120
- Mattress (only)$99
- Box Spring (only)$99
- Bed Frame$99
- Sectional Sofa$300
- Couch or Sofa$185
- Loveseat$165
- Recliner$99
- Chair (office / arm)$25
- Large Entertainment Center$185
- Table & Chairs$185
- Desk$99
- Dresser$185
- Coffee Table$45
- Table$99
- Small Entertainment Center$99
- Office Printer$235
- TV (any size)$100
- Computer$25
- Lamp$10
- Fax Machine$25
- Piano$350+
- Pool Table$400+
- Exercise Machine$175+
- Lawnmower$99
- Tool Chest$25
- Bicycle$99
- Moving Box$15
- Large Trash Bag$25
Don't see your item? Call or text (619) 999-3565 for a quick quote. Multiple items may qualify for lower load-based pricing above — we'll always give you the better deal.
If it's not hazardous, it's probably going.
From a single couch to an entire estate, here's the kind of stuff we clear every day across San Diego County.
Furniture
Couches, sectionals, recliners, dressers, tables, desks & office chairs.
Appliances
Refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, water heaters & AC units.
Garage & Estate Cleanouts
Years of clutter, boxes, tools and full-property cleanouts cleared in one visit.
Construction Debris
Drywall, lumber, flooring, tile, concrete & renovation waste.
Yard Waste
Tree branches, brush, green waste, sod, fencing & landscaping debris.
E-Waste
TVs, monitors, computers, printers & electronics — recycled responsibly.
San Diego disposal fees, explained.
A big part of any junk price is the tipping fee at the landfill. Here are the City of San Diego's official Miramar Landfill flat rates for Tier 2 vehicles (pickup/trailer combos, trailers over 5′W × 9′L × 4′H, and medium/heavy trucks) — the class most junk-removal trucks fall under.
| Waste Type | City Waste | Non-City Waste |
|---|---|---|
| General Refuse | $148 | $156 |
| Special Handling | $207 | $219 |
| C&D Debris (construction) | $352 | $374 |
| Food Material | $164 | $164 |
| Green Material | $109 | $109 |
| Clean Wood | $55 | $55 |
E-Waste
In California, TVs, monitors, computers & electronics are recycled free — a recycling fee is already paid when you buy them. Electronics are banned from the landfill, so they must go to a certified e-waste recycler (we handle this for you).
Hazardous Waste
Paint, batteries, chemicals, fluorescent tubes and CRTs can't go in the landfill. City of San Diego residents can drop household hazardous waste free at the City's HHW facility by appointment.
Miramar Landfill
5180 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
Mon–Sat · closed Sundays & holidays
858-694-7000
No hand unloads after 4 p.m. All loads must be covered.
| Item | Recycling Fee |
|---|---|
| Refrigerators, freezers & A/C units (contain CFCs / freon) | $55 each |
| Large appliances — stoves, washers, dryers, hot water heaters | $40 each |
| Tires (18" and under, no rims) | $7 each |
| Toilets | $6 each |
| Small electronics — printers, keyboards, mice | $0.25 / lb |
The good news: when you hire CleanOut247, the tipping fees, sorting, recycling and e-waste drop-offs are all bundled into your flat price — plus we do all the loading. No landfill lines, no covering your own load, no per-item guesswork.
Miramar dump run vs. pickup calculator
Pick how much junk you have. We'll compare Miramar Landfill gate fees with our pickup price.
Miramar gate fees
$75
1 trip: 1 pickup load
City rate. Non-city waste: $86.
Plus truck or trailer, gas, tarps and about 1.5 hours of loading, driving and unloading.
CleanOut247 curbside
$130
CleanOut247 full-service
$185
Estimate uses Miramar's FY2027 flat rates for general refuse (Tier 1 $75, about 2.5 cu yds per pickup load; Tier 2 $148, about 6 cu yds per trailer load). Mattresses, TVs and appliances can't go in a regular Miramar load. See the full price list.
San Diego dump fees by facility
- City of San Diego household hazardous waste — Household Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility at Miramar Landfill (by appointment). Paint, chemicals, pesticides, batteries, fluorescent bulbs and other hazardous waste can't go in junk loads or regular dump runs. City of San Diego residents can drop off household hazardous waste by appointment; other cities run their own collection programs. Phone: (858) 694-7000.
- Miramar Landfill (City of San Diego) — 5180 Convoy St, San Diego (Kearny Mesa / Mira Mesa area). The city's main public landfill. Flat rates by vehicle size for cars, pickups and small trailers; weighed loads are charged per ton. City residents pay less than non-city loads. Loads must be covered or a fee is added. Phone: (858) 694-7000. Full guide
- Sycamore Landfill (Santee) — 8514 Mast Blvd, Santee. Privately operated landfill serving East County. Rates are posted at the scale house rather than online. Santee residents may qualify for free annual dump passes with proof of residency. Phone: (619) 562-0530. Full guide
- EDCO La Mesa Transfer Station — 8184 Commercial St, La Mesa. Public drop-off for La Mesa and nearby East County. Small loads pay a minimum charge; larger loads are weighed. Call for current rates and accepted materials. Phone: (619) 466-3355. Full guide
- EDCO Escondido Transfer Station — 1044 W Washington Ave, Escondido. North County public drop-off. Rates are set at the scale; call ahead to confirm hours and whether your material (C&D, green waste, tires) is being accepted. Phone: (760) 745-3332. Full guide
- Otay Landfill (Chula Vista) — 1700 Maxwell Rd, Chula Vista. South Bay landfill serving Chula Vista, National City and nearby areas. Check posted rates and hours before you go.
Rates change every fiscal year — confirm with the facility before you go, or skip the trip and let us haul it from $130.
How much does it cost to dump a couch in San Diego?
Hauling a couch to the landfill yourself means the gate fee plus a truck, gas, and the heavy lifting. For most people it's faster and often cheaper to book couch removal in San Diego — we lift it, load it, and dispose of it for a flat $95 single-item rate.
Dump it yourself vs. hire junk removal
A DIY dump run can pencil out for one light load if you already have a truck. Once you add gate fees, fuel, your time and the lifting, hiring out usually wins for anything bulky or more than a few items. For a deeper breakdown, see our San Diego junk removal cost guide.
Heading to Miramar specifically? Our dedicated Miramar Landfill fees and hours guide covers the address, hours, accepted items and full Tier-2 fee schedule for the City of San Diego's main landfill.
The cheapest quote can become the most expensive mistake.
A suspiciously low price usually means someone is cutting a corner you'll pay for later. Here's what to watch out for — and why licensed, insured, accountable matters.
Illegal dumping — where "cheap" junk too often ends up.
Illegal dumping is a crime
Fly-by-night haulers often dump in canyons, alleys or empty lots to skip landfill fees. In California, illegal dumping carries fines up to $10,000+ and possible jail time — and if your paperwork or mail is in that pile, the citation can land on YOU.
Uninsured = your liability
If an uninsured hauler damages your floors, wall or driveway — or gets injured on your property — you can be left holding the bill. A licensed, insured company carries that risk instead of you.
Unlicensed haulers cut corners
No license usually means no proper disposal records, no recycling, and no accountability. The 'cheap' quote gets expensive fast when items end up mishandled or your HOA/city comes knocking.
Responsible disposal matters
We sort loads to recycle metal and e-waste, donate usable goods, and take everything to permitted facilities like the Miramar Landfill & Recycling Center — with a paper trail.
Real insurance, legal disposal, and a company that stands behind the work — so the only thing that disappears is your junk.
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