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Refrigerator Recycling in Shafter, CA

American Refuse picks up refrigerators free for Shafter core-city residents. Book at 661-758-5316 or through the app or website.

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

4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Shafter

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ShafterNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $140.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your refrigerator 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. Shafter curbside bulk item pickup (American Refuse)Pickup service · ShafterShafter residentsFree
    How it works

    American Refuse provides free curbside bulk item pickup by appointment to all City of Shafter core-city residents. Call 661-758-5316 or use the app or website to book.

    Cost & rules
    • By appointment: call American Refuse at 661-758-5316 or use the app or website. Core-city residents only (East Shafter is served by Varner Bros.).

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  3. Roberts Lane Transfer Station (Kern County)County service · Kern CountyKern County residentsFree
    How it works

    Kern County Public Works site at 1900 Roberts Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93308 (Oildale CDP, unincorporated Kern County). Hours: Monday and Thursday 5–8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

    Cost & rules
    • Residential loads only.

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  4. Bena Landfill (Kern County)Drop-off · outside Shafter · 2951 Neumarkel Road, BakersfieldKern County residentsFree
    Where

    2951 Neumarkel Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93307

    Hours

    Daily 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed major holidays)

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • No charge for residential self-haul; commercial loads pay by vehicle ($14.35 car, $32.28 pickup).

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Before you go

  1. Refrigerant must be removed by a certified technician; ask whether the operator handles that and what it costs.
  2. Empty and clean it, and ask whether doors must be removed or taped shut.
  3. Check for utility appliance-recycling rebates before paying for disposal.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • American Refuse: Shafter (opens in new tab) · American Refuse
    • American Refuse provides free curbside pickup of large bulky items such as couches, refrigerators, water heaters and mattresses to all Shafter core-city residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Call American Refuse at 661-758-5316, or use the app or website, to book. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Shafter: Refuse (opens in new tab) · City of Shafter
    • American Refuse serves the core city area of Shafter; Varner Bros. (Burrtec) serves East Shafter. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Kern County Public Works: Bena Landfill (Disposal Sites) (opens in new tab) · Kern County Public Works · effective July 1, 2026
    • Appliances, clothing and furniture are no charge for residential loads; commercial loads pay $14.35 per car, $32.28 per pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-chargeable residential waste includes large appliances (stoves, refrigerators, washers and dryers) and furniture (sofas, chairs, desks, patio furniture and mattresses). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Waste from outside Kern County is not acceptable at county disposal sites. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Kern County Public Works: Roberts Lane Transfer Station (Disposal Sites) (opens in new tab) · Kern County Public Works
    • The site accepts non-chargeable residential waste only; commercial waste and tires are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances, clothing and furniture are no charge for residents; TVs, monitors and screen devices are no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-chargeable residential waste includes large appliances (stoves, refrigerators, washers and dryers) and furniture (sofas, chairs, desks, patio furniture and mattresses). 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
    • Refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs and replacements) in refrigeration and air-conditioning units are materials that require special handling. Checked October 26, 2026.

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