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Microwave Recycling in Monterey, CA

ReGen Monterey takes microwaves at no charge at its Household Hazardous Waste area (go there before the scales).

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

3 ways to get rid of a microwave in Monterey

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MontereyNo 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. ReGen Monterey Household Hazardous Waste & E-Waste Collection FacilityCounty service · Monterey CountyMonterey residentsFree
    How it works

    Monterey Regional Waste Management District (ReGen Monterey) HHW Collection Facility at 14201 Del Monte Blvd. (north of Marina; Salinas, CA 93908 mailing ZIP). Free for residents of its service area (incl. Monterey, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Marina, Carmel); takes e-waste, batteries and paint. 831-384-5313.

    Cost & rules
    • Take microwaves to the Household Hazardous Waste area before the scales.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  3. Salinas Valley Recycles Recycling Center & HHW Facility at Madison LaneCounty service · Monterey CountyOpen to everyoneFree
    How it works

    Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (Salinas Valley Recycles) site at 1104 Madison Ln, Salinas, CA 93907 (Boronda CDP, unincorporated Monterey County). Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Sunday and major holidays.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

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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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Salinas Valley Recycles: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility (opens in new tab) · Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (Salinas Valley Recycles)
    • Residential customers can drop off acceptable items for no charge, no appointment needed; check the service-area map. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Salinas Valley Recycles: Disposal Fees and Service Fees effective July 1, 2026 (opens in new tab) · Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (Salinas Valley Recycles) · effective July 1, 2026
    • At the Madison Lane facility, households within the Authority's service area pay no charge; households outside are charged the commercial rate. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Small kitchen appliances (microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens) are accepted at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ReGen Monterey: Accepted Items (Household Hazardous Waste) (opens in new tab) · Monterey Regional Waste Management District (ReGen Monterey)
    • The ReGen HHW Collection Facility accepts select items from residents and small businesses in the ReGen service area free of charge; residents limited to 15 gallons or 125 pounds per drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • ReGen accepts HHW only from residents and businesses in its service area, which includes the City of Monterey. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ReGen Monterey: Disposal Fees (opens in new tab) · Monterey Regional Waste Management District (ReGen Monterey)
    • Televisions, computers and microwaves must be taken to the HHW area for recycling, before the scales; no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Monterey: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Monterey Sustainability Office
    • The City lists ReGen Monterey, 14201 Del Monte Boulevard, as an electronic waste recycling location; the City's e-waste list includes computers, monitors, TVs and home-use microwave ovens. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The City's electronic waste list includes home-use microwave ovens and televisions (CRTs and flat screens). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • 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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