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Refrigerator Recycling in Newington, CT

Newington takes refrigerators free at the town landfill during weekend hours, or curbside for $15 through Trash Away.

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

4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Newington

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · NewingtonNo 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. Newington Transfer Station (Landfill)Drop-off · 2045 Main Street, NewingtonNewington residentsFree
    Where

    2045 Main Street
    Newington, CT 06111

    Hours

    January–March: Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; April–December: Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Freon appliances that are 80% or more metal.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Newington curbside metal pickup (Trash Away)City service · NewingtonNewington residents$5–$15
    How it works

    Tuesday curbside pickup of metal items and appliances for Newington homes and condominium complexes, booked and prepaid with Trash Away at (860) 229-1164 by 1 p.m. Monday: $15 for the first item, $5 for each additional item.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    First item$15
    Each additional item$5

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  4. 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.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

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

  • 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.
  • Town of Newington: Landfill / Transfer Station (opens in new tab) · Town of Newington
    • With proof of residency, recyclables accepted include appliances, electronics, scrap metal and clean mattresses/box springs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Newington: Mattress Recycling (opens in new tab) · Town of Newington
    • Mattresses and box springs are recycled at no cost through the CT stewardship program in partnership with Bye Bye Mattress. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Newington: Appliance / Metal Items (opens in new tab) · Town of Newington
    • Metal items of 80% or more metal, including Freon appliances, can be brought to the Town Landfill free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Curbside metal pickup (Tuesdays, via Trash Away) is $15 for the first item and $5 for each additional item. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Examples include refrigerators, stoves, washers and dryers, AC units, metal exercise equipment and scrap metal. 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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