Microwave Recycling in Alsip, IL
Microwave ovens are collected through Republic’s white-goods special pickup for Alsip residents.
See all 3 optionsChecked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
- Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.
Illinois rules
- Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Source: Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (5)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
- Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (opens in new tab) · Cook County
- The CHaRM Center is a permanent recycling drop-off facility available to Cook County residents; commercial and industrial waste is not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Home entertainment items accepted include air conditioners, microwaves and small kitchen appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM) Services (opens in new tab) · South Suburban College
- Drop-off is free to residential customers only; proof of residency may be required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Recyclable and Hazardous Waste Procedures and Drop Sites (January 2026) (opens in new tab) · Village of Alsip
- White goods: call Republic (Alsip residents only, 708-385-8252) for special pickup of washers, dryers, refrigerators, microwave ovens, sofas or furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
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