Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center is at 3510 S Mullen St, Tacoma, WA 98409. The phone number is 253-502-2100. It is open daily from 8:00am to 5:30pm and closed on July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. The details here were last verified July 15, 2026 from Tacoma sources listed below.
Quick facts before you go
- Bring proof of Tacoma residency if you expect the Tacoma resident residential self-haul rate.
- Tacoma resident residential self-haul is $20 through 400 pounds.
- For Tacoma residents, each additional 100 pounds is $7.25 after the first 400 pounds.
- Outside Tacoma, the published rate is $8.50 per 100 pounds with a $40 minimum charge.
Published rate table in plain language
| Customer type | Published rate |
|---|---|
| Tacoma resident, through 400 lb | $20 |
| Tacoma resident, over 400 lb | $7.25 per additional 100 lb |
| Outside Tacoma | $8.50 per 100 lb; $40 minimum |
Residency and rate reminders
The Tacoma resident rate requires proof of Tacoma residency. If you live outside Tacoma, plan on the outside-Tacoma rate. Do not count on a resident rate without the required proof, and check the official city pages before a holiday or an unusual trip.
DIY cost compared with a crew
| Cost or task | DIY self-haul | Top Tier full service |
|---|---|---|
| Disposal | You pay the published station rate | Disposal for accepted items is included in the scope-based quote |
| Loading and lifting | You sort, lift, load, and unload | The crew handles the agreed items and access |
| Vehicle and fuel | Use your vehicle or add a rental and fuel | Truck and travel are included in the quoted service |
| Price before you choose | Station fee plus your other trip costs | Send photos for a quote based on the actual load and access |
The posted facility rate is a disposal charge for a self-haul load. It does not turn a load into a full-service removal job. Your own time, loading, securing the vehicle, driving, and unloading still matter. A Top Tier quote covers a different scope when it includes labor and hauling, so it should not be treated as a dollar-for-dollar replacement for the transfer-center fee. Self-haul can be practical for a small, manageable load; a crew can be the simpler option for heavy items, stairs, a cleanout, or a pile that would take more than one trip.
Safe prep checklist
- Check the hours and holiday closures before loading the vehicle.
- Bring proof of Tacoma residency if you are using the resident self-haul rate.
- Sort and secure the load so nothing shifts while driving.
- Wear gloves and closed-toe shoes, and do not lift a bulky or awkward item by yourself.
- Choose a crew quote if the load involves stairs, a long carry, heavy furniture, or more work than you can safely unload.
When Top Tier can help
Tacoma junk removal is for a pile you want loaded and hauled. Cleanouts fit homes, garages, storage spaces, and other jobs that need sorting as well as removal. Moving services help when you are relocating and want unwanted items removed along the way. Labor-only service works when you have a truck, container, or trailer but need experienced hands for the loading.
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FAQ
- What do Tacoma residents pay at the transfer center?
- The published Tacoma resident residential self-haul rate is $20 through 400 pounds, then $7.25 for each additional 100 pounds. Proof of Tacoma residency is required for that rate.
- What if I live outside Tacoma?
- The published outside-Tacoma rate is $8.50 per 100 pounds with a $40 minimum charge. Check the current official city information before the trip.
- Is the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center open on holidays?
- It is listed as closed on July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Confirm current hours before traveling on or near a holiday.