Washer and Dryer Recycling in Menlo Park, CA

A washer or dryer counts as the one large appliance on each free Menlo Park Recology bulky collection; self-haul to Shoreway costs $22 each.

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

3 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in Menlo Park

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Menlo ParkNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
How it works
Book online, set out your washer and dryer 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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Menlo Park Bulky Item Collection (Recology San Mateo County)Pickup service · Menlo ParkMenlo Park residentsFree
How it works
Two free scheduled pickups a year (Feb 1–Dec 31) for Menlo Park residents: two cubic yards of bagged/boxed waste, one large appliance (washer, dryer, refrigerator or freezer), one bulky item (mattress, couch or tires) and electronic waste (TV, computer or monitor). Both pickups can be combined on one day. Recology (650) 595-3900.
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Shoreway Environmental Center Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Menlo Park · 333 Shoreway Road, San CarlosOpen to everyone$22
Where
333 Shoreway Road
San Carlos, CA 94070
Hours
Monday–Friday 6 am–6 pm; Saturday–Sunday 8 am–5 pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Cost & rules
Washers and dryers
AcceptedFees apply
Fees for washers and dryers
Washer or dryer $22.00 each
Solid waste, per cubic yard $72.00
Minimum solid waste charge $72.50 per visit
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Fees for washers and dryers
Washer or dryer	$22.00 each
Solid waste, per cubic yard	$72.00
Minimum solid waste charge	$72.50 per visit

Before you go

Ask whether each machine is priced separately.
Disconnect water and gas lines safely, or have a professional do it.
Confirm whether the operator wants hoses and cords left attached.

More about washers and dryers

California rules

Washing machines and clothes dryers are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Source: DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab)
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)

More California rules (5)

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)

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Checked October 26, 2026

Public Recycling Center and Transfer Station - South Bayside Industries (opens in new tab) · South Bayside Industries (RethinkWaste)
- The Transfer Station accepts household and business solid waste, appliances and auto and truck tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
Shoreway Environmental Center Transfer Station Rates (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · South Bayside Industries (RethinkWaste) · effective January 1, 2026
- Solid waste is $72.00 per cubic yard, minimum $72.50. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Minimum solid waste charge $72.50. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Washer, dryer, kitchen appliances $22.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residential mattress $0.00, up to 5 per visit; commercial and non-resident mattress or box spring $20.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
Recology offers two free bulky item collection services | City of Menlo Park (opens in new tab) · City of Menlo Park · effective March 10, 2025
- Recology residential customers receive two curbside BIC appointments per calendar year at no additional charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
Free on-call bulky item collection service | City of Menlo Park (opens in new tab) · City of Menlo Park · effective August 4, 2025
- One large appliance such as a washing machine, dryer, refrigerator or freezer. 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
- Washing machines and clothes dryers are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Checked October 26, 2026.

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