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Microwave Recycling in Mesa, AZ

Microwaves aren't allowed in Mesa's bulk pickup; book Appliance Recycling ($19 each for Mesa customers) or drop one at the Household Hazardous Materials facility at no charge.

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5 ways to get rid of a microwave in Mesa

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MesaNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your microwave and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. City of Mesa Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) FacilityDrop-off · 2412 N. Center St., Bldg. 2, MesaMesa residentsSources disagree on a detailFree
    Where

    2412 N. Center St., Bldg. 2
    Mesa, AZ 85201

    Hours

    Wednesday–Saturday, 7 am–2 pm. Closed Sunday–Tuesday and city holidays.

    Cost & rules

    Microwaves

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Limit: Daily appliance limit: the facility page says 3, the City's appliance page says 2.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. City of Mesa Appliance RecyclingCity service · Mesa$19–$28.42
    How it works

    Scheduled curbside collection of appliances such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves and microwaves, billed per appliance on the Mesa utility bill, with an added Freon removal fee for appliances containing refrigerant. Schedule online or at 480-644-6789.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Mesa customer, per appliance$19
    Non-Mesa customer, per appliance$28.42

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  4. Maricopa County New River Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Mesa · 41835 North New River Road, New RiverMaricopa County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    41835 North New River Road
    New River, AZ 85087

    Hours

    Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Microwaves

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  5. Maricopa County Cave Creek Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Mesa · 3955 East Carefree Highway, Cave CreekMaricopa County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    3955 East Carefree Highway
    Cave Creek, AZ 85331

    Hours

    Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Microwaves

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take microwaves (1)
  • City of Mesa Bulk Item Pick-up · Mesa

Before you go

  1. Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
  2. Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Maricopa County Environmental Services: Accepted Items & Fees (transfer stations) (opens in new tab) · Maricopa County
    • County transfer station services are open to all Maricopa County residents; no ID is required at the recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted electronics also include LCD/CRT monitors, microwaves and printers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County transfer station services are open to all Maricopa County residents; no ID is required at the recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted electronics also include LCD/CRT monitors, microwaves, printers, stereos and speakers, telephones and televisions (consoles, HDTV, plasma, portable). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Mesa: Bulk Item Pick-up (opens in new tab) · City of Mesa
    • Prohibited items include appliances (including microwaves) and hazardous waste such as oil, paint and batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Mesa: Appliance Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Mesa
    • Curbside appliance collection covers refrigerators, dishwashers, stoves, washers/dryers, water heaters, microwaves and more, scheduled in advance. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mesa customers pay $19.00 per appliance without refrigerant, or $19.00 plus an $11.00 Freon removal fee for appliances with refrigerant. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-Mesa customers pay $28.42 per appliance, plus $11.00 for Freon removal where applicable. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mesa's appliance page says residents may drop off appliances at the HHM facility at no charge, limit two per day. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • City of Mesa: Household Hazardous Materials (opens in new tab) · City of Mesa
    • The drop-off service is funded by Mesa's Green & Clean Utility fee and available to Mesa residents at no additional cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mesa residents who pay the Green & Clean fee may use the facility with proof of Mesa residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Waste from businesses or commercial operations is strictly prohibited. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County island residents who don't pay for Mesa trash service are not eligible. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances and electronics accepted include cell phones, computers, flat screen and projector/tube TVs, microwave ovens, printers, refrigerators and freezers, stereos, washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Listed items include microwave ovens, monitors, printers, projector/tube TVs, refrigerators and freezers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The HHM page lists a daily limit of 3 appliances. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • ADEQ: Lead-Acid Batteries (opens in new tab) · Arizona Department of Environmental Quality · effective August 4, 2025
    • ADEQ states that household hazardous waste from the public is exempt from solid and hazardous waste regulation. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ADEQ: Composting, Recycling & Household Hazardous Waste FAQs (opens in new tab) · Arizona Department of Environmental Quality · effective October 28, 2025
    • ADEQ advises residents to check their city's recycling program first and, if none, to see whether their county offers a recycling drop-off service. Checked October 26, 2026.

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