Refrigerator Recycling in Berlin, CT

Berlin's transfer station takes refrigerators with other appliances; New Britain's center on Christian Lane charges $20 for Freon units.

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

4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Berlin

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · BerlinNo 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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New Britain Residential Recycling CenterDrop-off · 642 Christian Lane, BerlinBerlin residents$20
Where
642 Christian Lane
Berlin, CT 06037
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–2:15 p.m.; 2nd and 4th Saturdays April–October and every Saturday in November 7:00–11:45 a.m.
Cost & rules
Refrigerators and freezers
AcceptedFees apply
Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Freon appliance $20.00 each
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Berlin Transfer Station / Recycling CenterDrop-off · 19 Town Farm Ln, BerlinBerlin residentsCost not listed
Where
19 Town Farm Ln
Berlin, CT 06037
Hours
Not listed. Call before you go.
Cost & rules
Refrigerators and freezers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut ReStoresNonprofit service · Hartford CountyOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
How it works
Two Habitat ReStores, at 500 Cottage Grove Road in Bloomfield and 369 Talcottville Road in Vernon, resell donated furniture, home goods, building materials and appliances to fund Habitat homes in Hartford and Tolland counties. Review the donation guidelines or call 860-519-0828; pickups can be scheduled within 2–3 weeks.
Cost & rules
- Appliances must be clean and working.
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Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Freon appliance	$20.00 each

Before you go

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

More about refrigerators and freezers

Connecticut rules

DEEP advises asking the municipal recycling contact, appliance retailers (collection or refrigerant-recovery services) and the utility about refrigerator disposal. Source: CT DEEP: What Do I Do With...? (opens in new tab)
Refrigerators, air conditioners and dehumidifiers use ozone-depleting refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs, "Freon") that can be released if disposed of improperly. Source: CT DEEP: What Do I Do With...? (opens in new tab)

More Connecticut rules (8)

Connecticut's Mandatory Recycling Act took effect January 1, 1991 and applies to every business, household, institution and government agency. Source: CT DEEP: FAQs - Recycling Program (opens in new tab)
Products under Connecticut stewardship (EPR) programs: household covered electronic devices, paint, mattresses, mercury thermostats, gas cylinders and tires. Source: CT DEEP: Recycling, It's the Law (opens in new tab)
CGS 22a-241b: everyone who generates solid waste from residential property must separate designated recyclable items from other solid waste. Source: Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 446d: Solid Waste Management (opens in new tab)
No one may knowingly combine separated designated recyclables with other solid waste. Source: Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 446d: Solid Waste Management (opens in new tab)
Leftover household hazardous waste should go to a local HHW collection center or one-day collection event. Source: CT DEEP: What Do I Do With...? (opens in new tab)
HHW collections generally run from April to early November. Source: CT DEEP: HHW Collection Schedule (opens in new tab)
If a town is not on DEEP's schedule, it may not be holding an HHW event this year; contact the local Department of Public Works. Source: CT DEEP: HHW Collection Schedule (opens in new tab)
DEEP suggests checking with the local collection program for restrictions before going. Source: CT DEEP: HHW Collection Schedule (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut: ReStore Donation Guidelines (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut
- The ReStore accepts clean, working appliances including refrigerators, washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of New Britain: Environmental Services Calendar 2026-2027 (opens in new tab) · City of New Britain
- The center is for New Britain and Berlin residents only; photo ID required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The calendar lists metals, paints, electronics and mattresses & box springs among items disposed of at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of New Britain: Disposal & Recycling Guide (opens in new tab) · City of New Britain
- Freon appliances such as refrigerators and freezers cost $20. Checked October 26, 2026.
Town of Berlin: Refuse/Recycling Pickup (opens in new tab) · Town of Berlin
- The transfer station is for Berlin residential customers only; bring proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
Town of Berlin: Berlin Transfer Station acceptable items (opens in new tab) · Town of Berlin
- Accepted appliances include air conditioners, dehumidifiers, washing machines, dryers and refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut: ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut
- The ReStore sells new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances, and individuals can donate items. Checked October 26, 2026.
CT DEEP: FAQs - Recycling Program (opens in new tab) · Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
- Connecticut's Mandatory Recycling Act took effect January 1, 1991 and applies to every business, household, institution and government agency. Checked October 26, 2026.
CT DEEP: Recycling, It's the Law (opens in new tab) · Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
- Products under Connecticut stewardship (EPR) programs: household covered electronic devices, paint, mattresses, mercury thermostats, gas cylinders and tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 446d: Solid Waste Management (opens in new tab) · Connecticut General Assembly
- CGS 22a-241b: everyone who generates solid waste from residential property must separate designated recyclable items from other solid waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- No one may knowingly combine separated designated recyclables with other solid waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
CT DEEP: What Do I Do With...? (opens in new tab) · Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
- Refrigerators, air conditioners and dehumidifiers use ozone-depleting refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs, "Freon") that can be released if disposed of improperly. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEEP advises asking the municipal recycling contact, appliance retailers (collection or refrigerant-recovery services) and the utility about refrigerator disposal. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Leftover household hazardous waste should go to a local HHW collection center or one-day collection event. Checked October 26, 2026.
CT DEEP: HHW Collection Schedule (opens in new tab) · Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
- HHW collections generally run from April to early November. Checked October 26, 2026.
- If a town is not on DEEP's schedule, it may not be holding an HHW event this year; contact the local Department of Public Works. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEEP suggests checking with the local collection program for restrictions before going. Checked October 26, 2026.

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4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Berlin

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