Old spa taking over the backyard? We lift it, cut it down if it won’t fit through the gate, haul it off, and sweep up. Junk Gone is a local crew based in South County, removing hot tubs across Santa Clara County, San Benito County, and the Central Coast.
1,000+ jobs since 2021 · Price before we start · Send a photo of the tub and the path out
Mention our website for up to $50 off.
Discount applies at Junk Gone’s discretion; every job is different, and the final price is confirmed after we see the items.
Every hot tub is different, so we quote from photos instead of guessing. The things that move the price:
Text a couple of photos to (408) 310-0246 and you’ll get a price before any work starts.
We can handle the disconnect, but it’s easiest if you flip the hot tub’s breaker off before we arrive. If your spa plugs into an outlet, just unplug it and you’re set.
Some tubs are hardwired, and once in a while the wiring needs to be properly shut off and capped by a licensed electrician. Not sure which kind you have? Text us a photo of where the power runs into the tub and we’ll let you know.
It helps, but it’s not a deal-breaker. An empty tub is lighter and easier to move. Can’t drain it? No problem. Just tell us when you book and we’ll plan for it.
Draining it yourself? Run the hose to your home’s sewer cleanout, not the street or storm drain. That’s the one rule that matters.
It depends on the kind of tub. A portable, above-ground spa that sits on a pad or deck is usually a haul-away job once the power is off. An in-ground spa is demolition: Gilroy, for example, requires a demolition permit with utility disconnection and inspections, and Santa Clara County has its own permit process for unincorporated areas like San Martin. If any electrical work is involved, check with your city’s building department first. We’re happy to point you in the right direction.
We don’t pretend a whole hot tub gets recycled. Most can’t be. Here’s what we actually do:
What can be recycled depends on how the tub was built and what the receiving facility accepts. See more on how we recycle and donate.
You can, but you’ll need a trailer, a few strong helpers, and a call ahead. Most local facilities don’t list hot tubs specifically, so ask before you load up.
| Facility | What to know | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Pacheco Pass Landfill, Gilroy | Closed. Don’t head here. The County lists it as a closed landfill. | County facility list |
| San Martin Transfer Station, 14070 Llagas Ave | Takes bulky items, recyclables, and yard waste from the public. Self-haul Tuesday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Hot tubs aren’t named, so call first. | (408) 842-3358 |
| Kirby Canyon, Morgan Hill | Accepts garbage from the public and haulers. No hazardous or liquid waste. Hot tubs aren’t named. Ask about whole vs. cut-up tubs and the charge. | (408) 779-2206 |
| John Smith Road Landfill, Hollister | Lists hot tubs as an item for its quarterly bulky-item events for San Benito County residents, up to two items per event. | (831) 637-4515 |
| Johnson Canyon, Gonzales | Accepts construction debris, scrap metal, lumber, electronics, and appliances. Hot tubs aren’t named. | (831) 675-2165 |
Based in South Santa Clara County, serving all of Santa Clara County plus San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Monterey counties.
Gilroy (Glen Loma Ranch, Eagle Ridge, downtown), Morgan Hill (Jackson Oaks, Holiday Lake Estates), and San Martin.
Hollister, Ridgemark, San Juan Bautista, and Aromas.
Watsonville, Santa Cruz, Aptos, Scotts Valley, Salinas, Prunedale and the Monterey Peninsula.
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Most hot tubs are out in a single visit. Tubs that need to be cut up, or that sit on a deck or behind a tight gate, take longer. We’ll give you an idea when we quote.
Yes. When a tub won’t fit through a gate or side yard, we cut it into sections and carry it out.
Yes. We can take the cover, steps, decking, a gazebo, or other junk on the same trip. Mention it when you book so it’s in your quote.
Not always. If the tub is outside and we can get to it, we can work while you’re away and send photos when it’s done. The power still needs to be off before we arrive.
Ask us. It depends on the size and thickness. Send a photo and we’ll let you know.
Facility and city information was checked against official city, county, and facility sources in October 2026. Rules and hours change, so call ahead before hauling anything yourself.
