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Microwave Recycling in Turlock, CA

Turlock Transfer takes microwaves as universal waste for $25.00 each plus scale weight.

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

2 ways to get rid of a microwave in Turlock

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · TurlockNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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    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. Turlock Transfer (Turlock Scavenger transfer station)Drop-off · 1100 S. Walnut Road, TurlockOpen to everyone$25
    Where

    1100 S. Walnut Road
    Turlock, CA 95380

    Hours

    Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; closed Sundays

    Cost & rules

    Microwaves

    AcceptedFees apply
    Fees for microwaves
    Universal waste appliance (microwave)$25.00 each
    • Plus scale weight.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (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.
More about microwaves

California rules

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Where this information comes from (11)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Turlock Transfer: Transfer Station Rates & Hours (opens in new tab) · Turlock Scavenger
    • Turlock Transfer takes household and commercial waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Hazardous waste and liquids are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Washing machines, dryers and microwaves (universal waste): $25.00 each plus scale weight. 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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