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Refrigerator Recycling in Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids collects refrigerators at the curb with a $40 bulk sticker once the doors are removed. Habitat ReStore takes clean, working refrigerators, and Kent County charges $20 for appliances with refrigerant at North and South Kent.

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4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Grand Rapids

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Grand RapidsNo 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. Habitat for Humanity of Kent County ReStoreDrop-off · 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand RapidsOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    1739 Elizabeth Ave NW
    Grand Rapids, MI 49504

    Hours

    Shopping Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm; donations Mon-Sat 10 am-2 pm

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Working, clean refrigerators only (cleaned inside and out). Pickup available for larger items.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Grand Rapids bulk item and appliance collectionCity service · Grand RapidsGrand Rapids residents$40
    How it works

    City of Grand Rapids curbside collection of bulky items and appliances. Attach a $40 City bulk sticker (sold at City Hall and select stores) to each item, or buy the service online without a sticker; items are generally collected within a week. Maximum 6 ft x 5 ft per item. Televisions are not collected; the City does not collect hazardous waste or tires.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    City bulk sticker (per item)$40
    • Items are generally collected within a week; online purchases need no sticker. Max 6 ft x 5 ft.
    • Before you go: Remove refrigerator and freezer doors.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  4. Kent County North Kent and South Kent Recycling & Waste CentersCounty service · Kent CountyConditions applyA detail isn’t confirmed$20
    How it works

    Two Kent County DPW drop-off sites for trash, appliances, tires, scrap metal, electronics and recycling: North Kent Recycling & Waste Center, 2908 Ten Mile Road, Rockford, MI 49341 (Census: Plainfield charter township), Monday-Saturday 7:30 am-5 pm; South Kent Recycling & Waste Center (South Kent Landfill), 10300 South Kent Drive, Byron Center, MI 49315 (the Census geocoder returned no match; outside Grand Rapids, Wyoming and Kentwood), Monday-Saturday (weekday closing listed as 4:30 pm on the drop-off page and 5 pm on the facility page). South Kent takes cardboard only for recycling. Fees from the county rate sheet effective October 1, 2026.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Appliance with refrigerant$20
    • Kent County charges for appliances containing refrigerant (freon/CFCs); refrigerators are not named on the page.
    • Before you go: Remove all food, containers and dishes.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (1)

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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Michigan rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Other Electronics (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
    • The electronics drop-offs are for residents only and do not accept commercial e-waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Solid Waste Disposal & Recycling Rates (effective October 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
    • Appliances with refrigerant cost $20.00 each; all food and containers must be removed first. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CRT monitors and TVs: 27 inches and under $20 (Kent County resident) or $30 (non-resident); 28 inches and larger $40 (resident) or $50 (non-resident). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliances (Recycling & Waste Directory) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
    • Appliances can be recycled at the North Kent and South Kent residential appliance drop-offs; any appliance containing refrigerant (freon/CFCs) has a fee. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
    • Appliances must have all food and debris removed. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donated Items (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
    • Goodwill does not accept large appliances such as washers, dryers and refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Grand Rapids Public Works
    • A City bulk sticker costs $40; leave the item at the curb until it is collected. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Maximum size of any one item is 6 ft x 5 ft. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Items are generally collected within one week of purchase; services bought online do not need a sticker. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances needing a sticker include washers, dryers, water heaters, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, microwave ovens and air conditioners. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerator and freezer doors must be removed for collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Service Guidelines - PAYT & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Grand Rapids Public Works
    • City service guidelines: large items and appliances go to the curb with a $40 bulky item sticker. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ReStore Hours & Location (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Kent County
    • Habitat for Humanity of Kent County ReStore, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate to ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Kent County
    • ReStore accepts clean appliances including stoves, refrigerators and dishwashers from 2014 or newer. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • ReStore does not accept non-working or dirty appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • ReStore can send a truck to pick up larger items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Store locator data (goodwillgr.org/locations) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
    • Goodwill Michigan Street Store, 956 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • EGLE: take leftover household hazardous products to a local collection when one is available; never pour them down a storm drain or household drain. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If there is no local collection, EGLE says to ask your trash hauler for instructions on safe disposal in the regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Landfill Prohibited Materials and Special Wastes (guidance, rev. 3/2021) (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • Household hazardous waste (solvents, cleansers, pesticides) is not banned from Michigan landfills, though EGLE says it is not well suited to them. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • HHW collections are run by local governments or commercial recyclers; many are temporary or seasonal, so call before going. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE keeps a county-by-county list of local collection contacts; if your community is not listed, call your city, township or county. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE suggests looking for retail take-back of electronics, batteries, light bulbs, medications, motor oil and antifreeze when buying replacements. Checked October 26, 2026.

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