Recycling in Fort Collins, CO

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Checked October 26, 2026

• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Home (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Xcel Energy pays a $50 rebate for recycling an old working fridge or freezer. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Outdoor Pickup (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Participants must be Xcel Energy residential electric customers living in Colorado; gas-only customers are not eligible. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Units must be made in 2021 or earlier and be 10–30 cubic feet. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliances must be working and clean at pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • No more than four working units per household per program year. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Help Center (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Eligible Colorado ratepayers can have refrigerators and freezers picked up to be recycled. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Locations (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Colorado
  • Goodwill of Colorado lists the Fort Collins Store & Donation Center at 315 Pavilion Ln., phone 970-223-1042. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Donations — arc Thrift Stores (opens in new tab) · arc Thrift Stores
  • arc Thrift Stores lists its Fort Collins store at 2701 S College Ave, ZIP 80525, phone 970-267-8870. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • arc store donation hours are Monday–Saturday 9am–8pm and Sunday 10am–5pm; donation stations and outlets are open daily 8am–6pm (applies to all arc locations). Checked October 26, 2026.
• Transfer Station & Residential Convenience Centers (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • Only bagged household trash is accepted at the transfer station and convenience centers; couches, mattresses and similar items must be taken to the landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • No tires or appliances with freon are accepted at the Estes Park Transfer Station. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Larimer County says household hazardous wastes such as paint thinners must go to the county Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility, not the transfer station. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Recycling A-Z: all items (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Collins
  • The City of Fort Collins says foam mattress toppers should go in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The City says this foam is not recyclable and should not go in curbside recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• I.T. Refresh: Accepted Materials (opens in new tab) · I.T. Refresh
  • Accepted materials include printers/copiers, fax machines, telephones, cell phones, radios, stereos, gaming consoles and VCRs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted materials include TVs, computer monitors, computers (CPUs), laptops and flat-screen TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Computers (CPUs) and laptops are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
• I.T. Refresh: Price List (opens in new tab) · I.T. Refresh
  • Printers/copiers $12; floor-model printers/copiers $25; computer accessories, cell phones and MP3 players free; VCRs and DVD players $4. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The price list is subject to change. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Price list shows flat-screen TV or monitor fees of $20 (<20 in.), $25 (20–29 in.), $40 (30 in. and up) and a $40 console TV fee. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • The same price list also shows flat-screen TV fees of $15 (up to 25 in.), $25 (26–40 in.) and $35 (larger than 40 in.). Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Laptops and computer towers are free to recycle. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hard drive destruction costs $10; prices are subject to change. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Larimer County: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • Accepted electronics include gaming systems, GPS devices, landline and cell phones, printers, copiers, scanners, stereos, speakers, VCRs, DVRs and DVD players. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Microwave ovens are on the accepted electronics list. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Electrical exercise equipment is not accepted for electronics recycling; remove the battery and take it to a scrap metal recycler. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Electronics recycling does not include small appliances or other electrical equipment such as electric weed eaters or mowers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • There is a fee for electronics recycling, and customers unload their electronics onto the scale. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Televisions are on the accepted electronics list. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Computers, CPUs, monitors, laptops and tablets are on the accepted electronics list. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Laptops, tablets and smart watches are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Dismantled computers or televisions are not included in electronics recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Larimer County: A-Z List of Waste Materials (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • Refrigerators go to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Dryers and washing machines go to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Washing machines go to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Microwave ovens go to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station or North Landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires go to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station or North Landfill; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Furniture (couch, table, chair, etc.) goes to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station or North Landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Exercise equipment goes to the Central Diversion and Transfer Station or North Landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses are recycled at the Central Diversion and Transfer Station; fees apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
• 2026 Approved Larimer County Solid Waste Fee Schedule (PDF, updated 6/29/2026) (opens in new tab) · Larimer County · effective July 1, 2026
  • Appliances with Freon: $36.00 each at the landfills and the Central Transfer Station (2026 Q3/Q4 schedule), no surcharge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliances without Freon: $20.00 each at the landfills and the Central Transfer Station (2026 Q3/Q4 schedule), no surcharge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Landfills and Central Transfer Station tire fees: auto and light truck (up to 16.5-inch rim) $7.50 per tire plus $6.00 rim fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Truck and light industrial tires (17- to 24-inch rim) $13.00 plus $6.00 rim fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tractor tires (larger than 24-inch rim) $35.00 plus $6.00 rim fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Heavy equipment tires (over 36-inch rim) $75.00 plus $6.00 rim fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The county may limit tires; state law allows a maximum of 9 per trip. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Regular waste flat fee for cars, SUVs and passenger vans: $20.00 at the Central Transfer Station (surcharge included). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Regular waste flat fee for pickup trucks and cargo vans (no vertical side planks, top of cab): $37.00 (surcharge included). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs are $40.00 each at the landfills and the Central Transfer Station (2026 Q3/Q4 schedule, effective 7/1/2026). Checked October 26, 2026.
• Larimer County: Solid Waste Frequently Asked Questions (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • Refrigerators and cooling appliances that have contained freon are accepted for an additional disposal fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Furniture like a couch, table or chair is accepted and charged like regular waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs are accepted for recycling if dry and free of bedbugs, for an additional drop-off fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Larimer County: 2026 Landfill Fee Schedule (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • The 2026 fee page lists appliances with freon (all sizes) at $36 each, recycled, with no Colorado surcharge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The 2026 fee page lists appliances without freon (all sizes) at $20 each, recycled; washers and dryers are listed as accepted appliance types. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Microwaves are considered regular trash, not an appliance or electronic item. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • 2026 Landfill Fee Schedule: e-waste $.65/lb laptops, CPUs, tablets; $.91 other regular residential electronics; $2.97/lb commercial or irregular. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
  • The 2026 fee page lists mattresses or box springs at $40 each, recycled, with no Colorado surcharge. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Larimer County: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Larimer County
  • Typical household hazardous waste is accepted free from Larimer County residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The facility can only accept waste from Larimer County residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Waste from businesses, churches, landlords, governments, non-profits and other organizations is subject to approval through the business program. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The facility accepts paint, lawn chemicals, automotive fluids, batteries under 300 watt-hours and cleaners. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Limit 30 gallons per vehicle, measured by container size; containers over 5 gallons are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Containers larger than 5-gallon capacity are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bring chemicals in non-leaking, labeled containers, ideally the originals. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Empty paint cans can go in the trash with lids removed. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Batteries accepted: small household and lead-acid auto batteries only; rechargeable batteries over 300 watt-hours are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Not accepted: e-bike and e-scooter batteries and electric vehicle batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Air conditioners and appliances with freon are not accepted at HHW; they go to the landfill resource recovery area for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires are not accepted at HHW; they go to the landfill resource recovery area for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Electronics are not accepted at HHW; take them to Electronics Recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• For your home – Appliance recycling (opens in new tab) · Efficiency Works (Platte River Power Authority with Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland)
  • Efficiency Works recycles old refrigerators and freezers for free. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Eligible: commercial and residential electric customers of Estes Park Power and Communications, Fort Collins Utilities, Longmont Power & Communications and City of Loveland Utilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Free pickup is limited to two appliances per calendar year. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Customers must recycle a working, full-size refrigerator or freezer (10–30 cubic feet). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliance operation is verified at pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Before the appointment, make sure the appliance is clean, plugged in and accessible, and disconnect the water line. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Residential-style 10–30 cubic foot refrigerators or freezers in businesses are eligible; commercial-style appliances cannot be picked up. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mini-fridges can only be picked up together with a full-size appliance. Checked October 26, 2026.
• PaintCare: Colorado (opens in new tab) · PaintCare Inc.
  • PaintCare drop-off sites in Colorado are available to households, businesses, government agencies and others with leftover paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
• PaintCare drop-off site locator data (sites.json) (opens in new tab) · PaintCare Inc.
  • PaintCare lists this drop-off site (record 6138) at 1001 E Harmony Rd, 80525; phone 970-223-9273. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Record 6138: open to households and businesses in Colorado; paint accepted during regular business hours — call ahead. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists this drop-off site (record 6175) at 215 S College Ave, 80524; phone 970-224-4437. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Record 6175: open to households and businesses in Colorado; paint accepted during regular business hours — call ahead. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Timberline Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Collins
  • The Timberline Recycling Center is at 1903 S. Timberline Rd., Fort Collins, CO 80525. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • On-site phone 970-829-6337. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Everyday Recyclables Yard: open seven days a week, 6 a.m.–8 p.m. April–October and 7 a.m.–6 p.m. November–March. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hard-to-Recycle Materials Yard: Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. April–October and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. November–March. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • You do not have to live in Fort Collins to use the center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Commercial customers may use both yards, but extra fees and drop-off limits apply for some items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Recycling A to Z Guide: Cardboard (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Collins
  • Cardboard can go in curbside recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Flatten cardboard; for curbside, cut large cardboard down until it fits loosely in the bin. Checked October 26, 2026.
• I.T. Refresh: Responsible Electronics Recycling Solutions (opens in new tab) · I.T. Refresh
  • The facility serves municipalities, solid waste facilities, residents and businesses throughout the Western United States. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Material Donations (donation guidelines) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Colorado
  • Goodwill accepts furniture, sporting goods and exercise equipment in gently used, re-sellable condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donations must be in gently used, re-sellable condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Taking gently used items to any Goodwill of Colorado location is free. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill cannot accept broken, stained or worn furniture or paint and other hazardous materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill cannot accept automobile parts or tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill accepts any computer or peripheral, such as printers, cell phones, tablets or scanners, in any condition through Dell Reconnect. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Home pickups are offered through partner ReSupply as a fee-based service. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Free Computer Recycling (Dell Reconnect) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Colorado
  • Goodwill of Colorado donation centers accept computers and components of any brand and condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The service is provided at no cost to residential computer donors. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill recommends backing up data and erasing the hard drive before donating. Checked October 26, 2026.

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