Microwave Recycling in Moorpark, CA

The City lists microwave ovens among small appliances WM picks up free with a bulky item collection (up to four items, three times a year).

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

2 ways to get rid of a microwave in Moorpark

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MoorparkNo 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 Bulky Item Pick-up (City of Moorpark)Pickup service · MoorparkMoorpark residentsFree
How it works
Moorpark residential customers get three free WM bulky item pickups per calendar year, up to four items each, on their collection day or a scheduled day; book online or call WM at (805) 522-9400. Extra pickups cost a fee.
Cost & rules
- Book with WM first (online form or 805-522-9400); set items next to your cart on the collection day.
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Before you go

Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.

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 (13)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

City of Moorpark: Residential Trash Service (opens in new tab) · City of Moorpark
- Residential customers get three bulky item pick-ups per calendar year with up to four items each at no extra charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Moorpark: How Do I Dispose of...? (opens in new tab) · City of Moorpark
- WM collects up to twelve bulky items a year at no charge; pickups beyond that are subject to a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Fill out the Bulky Item Collection form or call WM at (805) 522-9400; do not set items out until arranged. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Small appliances including microwave ovens, furniture, mattresses and water heaters are accepted by free Bulky Item Collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
WM: Moorpark 2026 Residential Service Guide (PDF) (opens in new tab) · WM
- WM says bulk item collection now includes single- and multi-family homes. 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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