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Washer and Dryer Recycling in Gainesville, GA

Washing machines and clothes dryers are picked up by appointment through Gainesville's white goods service, for a fee.

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

2 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in Gainesville

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · GainesvilleNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your washer and dryer 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. City of Gainesville Solid Waste Division (white goods and special pickups)City service · GainesvilleGainesville residentsFees apply
    How it works

    City of Gainesville garbage, curbside and recycling service billed on the water bill. Appliances and e-waste are picked up by advance appointment (770-532-0493) for a per-occurrence fee.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    White goods / special pickup (per occurrence)Amount not listed
    • Before you go: Schedule in advance by calling 770-532-0493 before setting items out.

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Before you go

  1. Ask whether each machine is priced separately.
  2. Disconnect water and gas lines safely, or have a professional do it.
  3. Confirm whether the operator wants hoses and cords left attached.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • FAQ: Solid Waste - White Goods & Special Pickups - City of Gainesville (opens in new tab) · City of Gainesville
    • Gainesville's white goods pickup covers appliances such as clothes dryers, washing machines, refrigerators, microwaves and electronic waste (computers, monitors, televisions). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • White goods and special pickups carry an additional per-occurrence fee billed on the next water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Pickups must be scheduled in advance with the Solid Waste Division at 770-532-0493. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Items We Do and Don't Accept (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
    • Goodwill of North Georgia cannot accept paint, tires, mattresses, box springs or large appliances such as washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia - Gainesville (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
    • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. Subject 391-3-4: Solid Waste Management (incl. Rule 391-3-4-.04 General and Rule 391-3-4-.19 Scrap and Used Tire Management) (opens in new tab) · Georgia Secretary of State (Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia)
    • Georgia's solid waste rules specifically prohibit five wastes from solid waste disposal facilities: lead acid batteries, liquid waste in landfills (with exceptions), regulated hazardous waste, radioactive waste and PCB waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Georgia EPD: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Georgia Environmental Protection Division
    • State and federal law exempt homeowners from hazardous waste rules, so household hazardous waste may legally go in the garbage, but only as solids: garbage trucks may not pick up liquid waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD says household hazardous waste should not be poured down the drain, and liquids may not go in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD says reuse and recycling options for household hazardous waste in Georgia are extremely limited. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD points residents to CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) in Atlanta and Athens, which accepts many household hazardous wastes (some fees may apply). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD tells residents to ask their city or county recycling or waste department about local amnesty days. Checked October 26, 2026.

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