Temecula · Murrieta · Menifee · Southwest Riverside County
Hot Tub Removal Temecula — Spa Haul-Off, Done in One Trip
An old spa is the heaviest thing in most backyards, and it will not fit down the curb. Our crew cuts it down where it sits, carries every piece out by hand, and hauls it away for one flat price — same day in most cases.
Family-owned in Temecula since 2016 · Licensed & insured · Flat volume pricing from $195 · No deposit to book
The Job
The Heaviest Thing in the Yard
A dry acrylic-and-fiberglass shell runs 500 to 800 pounds. Older redwood-and-foam models push past 1,000. It will not come apart on its own, it will not clear a standard 36-inch side gate in one piece, and Temecula's franchised trash company will not take it at the curb.
That is the call we get most weeks around this valley: a spa that quietly stopped getting used, went green over one summer, and now eats a corner of the patio. Sometimes it is a Harveston backyard where the tub came with the house. Sometimes it is a Wine Country property manager clearing a rental between tenants. Sometimes it is a De Portola Road place where the spa has been sitting dry since 2019 and the decking around it has gone soft.
The pattern is always the same. The tub is heavier than it looks, the gate is narrower than it looks, and the disposal question does not have an obvious answer. You should not have to work out how to section a shell, where the pieces can legally go, or how to move 700 pounds past your stucco without cracking it. Tell us where it sits. We handle the rest — that is what spa removal Temecula homeowners keep calling us back for.
Who Shows Up
Weston Molitor Runs These Jobs
Hot tubs are the one service where the owner is almost always on the truck. It is the heaviest, tightest, most damage-prone work we do, and it is not something to hand off.
Weston Molitor
Owner · Wild West Junk Removal
The mistake I see most is people renting a saw and starting on a Saturday morning. By noon they have a half-cut shell they cannot move and a fence panel off. There is no undo on that. Call before you cut — the quote is free either way.
I started Wild West in 2016 out of Temecula with one truck. Between me and the crew we have pulled well over a thousand spas and hot tubs out of yards in Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar, and Lake Elsinore.
Every spa job gets a written price at the door before anything is touched. No deposit to book, no add-ons after. If your tub is hardwired, I will tell you straight that you need an electrician first, because I am not cutting live 240-volt wire in your side yard.
The Process
How We Remove a Hot Tub, Step by Step
The process is the same whether it is a small plug-and-play tub or a built-in spa wrapped in flagstone. We keep it predictable so nothing surprises you in your own yard.
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Access check and firm price
We walk the route from the tub to the truck, measure the tightest gate, note stairs, raised decks, and low eaves, then hand you a written price. Nothing gets touched until you say go.
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Confirm power off and water out
We verify the breaker is off and the tub is drained before a blade comes out. If it is hardwired with no plug, a licensed electrician has to disconnect it first. We do not cut into live wiring, ever.
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Cut it down to size
When a tub will not come out whole, we section the shell right where it sits with a reciprocating saw, then pull the frame, pumps, and plumbing. Protection goes down first so blades and cut edges never touch your patio, turf, or pool deck.
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Haul out and load by hand
Every piece gets carried to the truck. We watch your gates, fence posts, sprinkler heads, and landscaping the whole way out. This is the part homeowners most want to skip, and the part we are built for.
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Sort, recycle, sweep
Metal frames, pumps, and copper wiring get pulled for scrap recycling and good covers get set aside for reuse. Then we sweep your spot clean, so you are looking at open patio — not a ring of grime and old caulk. Doing a bigger backyard reset? Pair it with a garage cleanout or demolition cleanup in the same visit.
What We Take
Every Spa Type We Pull
Brand does not change how we handle it. Jacuzzi, Sundance, Hot Spring, Cal Spas, Caldera, and the no-name units all come apart the same way. What changes the plan is how it is installed and how it gets out.
Above-ground & freestanding
The most common call. Clear access and a standard shell usually means one to two hours on site, start to swept.
In-ground & built-in
Partially buried, stone-surrounded, or set into a patio. Slower work, more careful cuts, and we leave the surrounding hardscape intact.
Swim spas
Longer and heavier, so we plan cut points and crew size around the unit and where it sits. Still fits our 12-yard truck once it is broken down.
Deck-set spas
Dropped into a raised deck or gazebo. We can pull the surround, the steps, and the decking boards in the same load.
Commercial, rental & HOA
Landlords between tenants, HOAs clearing a common-area unit, gyms, and short-term rentals. We work around gate codes and access windows and email a written receipt.
Everything around it
Cover, steps, surround, gazebo, old decking, and the dead landscaping underneath. It all rides in the same truck.
Pricing
What Hot Tub Removal Costs in Temecula
We charge by volume — how much of the truck your junk fills — not by the hour. That keeps hot tub removal cost Temecula honest: you are not paying for a slow afternoon or a crew that takes its time. A spa on its own, once the shell is cut down, usually lands in the lower half of our load pricing.
Every price includes labor, on-site disassembly, haul-off, recycling, and cleanup. No deposit to book. Written price at the door before we start.
What moves the number
- Access. A tub behind a narrow gate, up a flight of stairs, or on a raised deck takes more hands and more time.
- Install type. Freestanding is quickest. Partially buried, stone-surrounded, and fully built-in spas take longer to free and cut.
- What rides along. Covers, steps, decking boards, and the gazebo over the top can go in the same load and may push you up a size.
- Volume, not weight. A sectioned shell takes up space but does not get billed by the pound. Bulk is what counts.
How our truck measures up
The bed runs roughly 12 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 4 feet high — 12 cubic yards. Even a large swim spa fits once it is broken down. See our full volume pricing guide for how loads are measured and what each fraction looks like in the bed.
Local Rules
Why a Hot Tub Cannot Just Go to the Curb
People are often surprised they cannot set an old spa out with the trash. The City of Temecula contracts residential waste service to CR&R, and residents do get a limited number of free bulky-item pickups a year — but those are for things a crew can lift by hand off the parkway, like a couch or a mattress. A hot tub is a different animal for three reasons.
Dead weight
Even fully drained, a shell can top half a ton. It is not a two-person carry. Dropping it cracks driveways, splits pavers, and breaks toes.
Live electrical
Spas run on 240-volt circuits. If yours is hardwired, the disconnect is a licensed electrician's job — not the trash crew's, and not a homeowner's on a Saturday.
Non-curbside materials
The acrylic-and-foam shell is not accepted in your blue cart, and an intact tub will not fit an automated bin or a standard bulky pickup.
If you would rather handle it yourself
Spa chemicals and other household hazardous waste go to the Riverside County HHW program, and shell material is handled under CalRecycle's landfill-diversion rules. But cutting a spa into cart-sized pieces is a full weekend with the right saw and a dumpster — which is where most folks decide to call instead. Links to all of it are at the bottom of this page.
The Honest Comparison
Doing It Yourself vs. Calling a Crew
Plenty of Temecula homeowners start out planning to handle the spa themselves, and some finish it. Here is a straight look at what that actually involves next to a professional haul.
| Do it yourself | Wild West crew | |
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| Tools | Reciprocating saw, demolition blades, pry bar, dolly, gloves, and a way to haul heavy debris. | All supplied. Nothing to rent or buy. |
| Time | A full weekend for most first-timers — cutting, loading, and multiple dump runs. | One to two hours for most tubs, same day. |
| Risk | Half-ton dead weight and 240-volt wiring, plus back strain, cracked concrete, and damaged fencing. | Trained, insured crew and full property protection. |
| Disposal | Shell is not curbside. You sort metal, book dump slots, and pay tipping fees. | We recycle what we can and dispose of the rest responsibly. |
| Real cost | Blades, dumpster or dump fees, truck rental, and a lost weekend. | One flat price from $195, quoted before we start. |
Clearing out more than the spa? We also handle furniture removal, appliance removal, estate cleanouts, and construction debris — or see everything we take.
Before We Arrive
Your Prep Checklist
Two things we do need from you: the water out and the power off. The rest is optional, but doing it ahead keeps your job fast and your price at the low end. None of it is required to get a quote.
- Drain the water. Use the spa's drain spout or a submersible pump, and run the hose to gravel or lawn — not the driveway or a storm drain.
- Kill the breaker. Flip the breaker feeding the spa and unplug it. Hardwired units need an electrician to disconnect before removal day.
- Clear the path. Move planters, grills, hoses, and patio furniture out of the route between the tub and where our truck can park.
- Open the way in. Unlock side gates. If the tub is fenced or decked in, tell us so we bring the right saws and enough crew.
- Flag the tight spots. Low eaves, tight turns, HOA truck-access rules — tell us in advance so we plan for them instead of discovering them.
- Set chemicals aside. Chlorine, bromine, and pool acid cannot ride in our load. Pull them out and we will point you to the right drop-off.
Reviews
What Temecula Neighbors Say
Verbatim 5-star reviews from our Google Business Profile.
Weston and his team are on it. I run a commercial operation and sometimes we need to bring in some professionals to get rid of some insane types of junk. They respond as fast as any company I have seen, and get the job done 100% of the way with no shortcuts. Good people over at Wild West, recommend highly without any reservation.
Wild West Junk Removal is the real deal! They showed up on time, worked fast, and were super professional. The crew was friendly, respectful, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was cleaned up perfectly. I couldn't believe how quickly they got the job done. Fair prices, great service — I highly recommend them to anyone needing junk gone fast.
Nick and the crew were on time and very professional. They removed reclining couches, entertainment center, coffee table, end tables from our upstairs loft. They were very careful and cleaned the area afterwards. Great price!! I would definitely recommend Wild West junk removal.
Wild West Junk Removal Service was great. Nick and Jake were friendly, fast, and really efficient. They gave me a fair price and were quick in and out, making the whole process hassle-free. I definitely recommend them.
This company is amazing! I was in need of junk removal… I called, they came, it was done! They are so professional in every way! Courteous and friendly. I will use this company forever!
Service Area
Where We Haul Spas
We are based in Temecula and run this route every week. If your town is on this list, we can get to your hot tub:
Not listed? Call or text (951) 837-8072 — we cover most of southwest Riverside County. See our Temecula junk removal, Murrieta junk removal, and Menifee junk removal pages for what else we haul in each city.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Saturday and Sunday closed. Text a photo of your spa any time and we will answer next business morning.
Questions
Hot Tub Removal Temecula — FAQ
The questions Temecula and Murrieta homeowners ask us most before booking a spa haul-off.
We price by the space your junk fills in the truck, not by the hour. A hot tub on its own usually starts at our quarter-load minimum of $195 and moves up from there depending on how much room the sectioned shell and any extras take. Tricky access, an in-ground install, or a second-story deck can raise it. You get a firm written price on site before any work starts, with no hidden fees.
Yes. We remove freestanding above-ground tubs, swim spas, and units that are partially buried or built into a deck, patio, or stonework. When a tub cannot be carried out in one piece, our crew cuts it down on site and hauls the sections away, leaving your surrounding structures intact.
Yes, those are the two things we ask of you. Drain the water ahead of time and switch off the breaker that feeds the spa. If the tub is plugged in, unplug it. If it is hardwired with no plug, have a licensed electrician disconnect it before we come out, since we do not perform electrical disconnections. Everything after that — the lifting, cutting, hauling, and cleanup — is on us.
Temecula's franchised hauler, CR&R, gives residents a limited number of free bulky-item pickups each year, but those are for items like a couch or chair that a crew can lift by hand. An intact hot tub is too large and heavy for standard curbside bulky pickup, so it generally has to be dismantled first or hauled by a private service like ours.
Most freestanding tubs with clear access are done in one to two hours from the time the crew arrives. In-ground, indoor, or built-in spas take longer because of the careful disassembly, but the vast majority of jobs finish the same day.
We sort the materials to keep as much as possible out of the landfill. Metal frames, pumps, and wiring go to local scrap recycling, reusable covers and parts are salvaged when they are in good shape, and the acrylic-and-foam shell is disposed of responsibly in line with California's landfill-diversion rules. It is the same approach we take on every haul.
Yes. Swim spas, Jacuzzi-brand tubs, Sundance, Hot Spring, Cal Spas, and the no-name units too — the brand does not change how we handle it. Swim spas are longer and heavier, so we plan the cut points and crew size around the size and where it sits, but the process is the same: drain, disconnect, section, haul, and sweep.
Usually, yes — tight access is the norm, not the exception. If the tub will not fit through the gate in one piece, we cut it down on site so the sections clear the opening. When there is truly no side access, we have hoisted pieces over a fence or block wall. Tell us about the gate width, stairs, or any raised deck when you call so we bring the right crew and tools.
Yes. We handle spa removal for landlords and property managers between tenants, HOAs clearing a common-area unit, gyms and short-term rentals, and homeowners prepping a house for sale. We can work around gate codes and access windows, and we will email a written receipt for your records when the job is done.
The spa itself, the cover, the steps, the surround, and any decking we pull are all fine. What we cannot put in the same load is household hazardous waste: spa chemicals like chlorine and bromine, pool acid, and loose batteries. Those go to a Riverside County HHW facility. Set them aside and we will point you to the right drop-off.
Often, yes. Call or text (951) 837-8072 in the morning and, if we have a truck in the area, we can frequently get a freestanding tub the same day. Built-in and swim-spa jobs that need a bigger crew are easiest to schedule a day or two out so the right team shows up. We run Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
We sweep the pad clean and haul off any decking, surround, or dead landscaping that came with it, so you are left with an open, cleared spot. We are a hauling crew, not a hardscape contractor, so we do not pour concrete, patch stucco, or re-lay pavers. If your spa was set into a deck or patio, tell us when you call and we will be clear about exactly what the area will look like when we pull out.
We are based in Temecula and run this route weekly: Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Winchester, French Valley, plus Fallbrook and Rainbow just south. Not sure you are in range? Call or text (951) 837-8072 with your address and we will confirm.
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Reviewed by Weston Molitor, owner of Wild West Junk Removal, Temecula, CA. Pricing current as of July 2026.