Microwave Recycling in Lancaster, CA

Microwaves are on WM's acceptable bulky item list for Lancaster's four free curbside pickups.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a microwave in Lancaster

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · LancasterNo 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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WM curbside bulky item pickup (Lancaster)Pickup service · LancasterLancaster residentsFree
How it works
Four free curbside bulky item pickups a year (up to four items each) for Lancaster residential WM customers in good standing; book at least 48 hours ahead at (661) 947-7197.
Cost & rules
- Book at home.wm.com/Lancaster or (661) 947-7197 at least 48 hours before your service day; up to four items per pickup; items must be manageable by two people.
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More about microwaves

California rules

Microwave ovens are on CalRecycle's list of electronic devices not to throw in the trash. Source: CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab)
Microwave ovens are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Source: DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab)

More California rules (6)

DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)
It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (12)

Where this information comes from

Call before you go

City of Lancaster: Bulky Items & Landfill Visits (archived copy) (opens in new tab) · City of Lancaster
- Lancaster residential customers in good standing get four free curbside bulky pickups a year of up to four items each; extra items cost a nominal fee. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Schedule at home.wm.com/Lancaster or (661) 947-7197 at least 48 hours before your service day. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Not accepted: household hazardous waste such as paint, oil and batteries; spas, pianos, camper shells and items needing more than two people. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
WM: 2024 Lancaster CA Residential Service Guide (archived copy) (opens in new tab) · WM
- Acceptable bulky items include chairs, wrapped mattresses, sofas, dishwashers, microwaves, TVs, computers and DVD players. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- Microwave ovens are on CalRecycle's list of electronic devices not to throw in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- Microwave ovens are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Checked October 26, 2026.

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