Factoria Transfer Station Fees Explained: What You’ll Pay to Dump Your Junk in King County

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Mike Jors

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October 17, 2024

Are you planning to clean out your home or tackle a renovation project? Knowing how much it will cost to dump your items at King County Transfer Stations—like the Factoria Transfer Station—can help you avoid surprises. Dumping fees vary based on the type of waste and load size.

In this guide, we provide an up-to-date fee breakdown and offer a handy interactive calculator to estimate your disposal costs.

Current Dumping Fees at Factoria Transfer Station (2024)

General Garbage:
- Minimum Fee: $33 for loads up to 320 pounds.
- Per-Ton Rate: $198 per ton for loads over 320 pounds.
Mattresses (Recycling):
- $30 per mattress and box spring
Appliances with Refrigerants (e.g., Fridges, Freezers):
- $30 per unit.
Yard Waste and Clean Wood:
- $18 minimum for loads up to 320 pounds.
- $115 per ton for heavier loads.
Unsecured Load Fee:
- $25 if your load is not properly secured during transport.
Household Hazardous Waste
- Free – See King County Hazardous Waste Management Program for more info on what is accepted
Recyclables
- Free – See the link below for more information on what is accepted at this facility

Additional information can be found on King County’s Website.

Pro Tips for Using Factoria Transfer Station

Avoid extra fees: Make sure your load is properly secured to avoid the $25 unsecured load fee.
Take advantage of discounts: If you have an ORCA LIFT, EBT, or ProviderOne card, bring it to receive the $16 Cleanup LIFT discount.
Separate recyclables: Some materials, like scrap metal, cardboard, and plastic, may qualify for free drop-off.

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While the Factoria Transfer Station is a great option for DIY disposal, hauling heavy loads can be time-consuming and exhausting. Grizzly Junk Removal offers a hassle-free solution—we pick up and dispose of your junk so you don’t have to lift a finger!

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For more details on Seattle transfer station fees, visit the official Seattle South Transfer Station website.