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Refrigerator Recycling in Midland, MI

Refrigerators need a scheduled city appliance pickup (call 989-837-6900, doors removed). Working ones up to 10 years old can go to the Habitat ReStore. Midland Recyclers does not take them.

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

3 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Midland

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MidlandNo 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. Midland County Habitat for Humanity ReStoreDrop-off · 1703 S Saginaw Rd, MidlandOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    1703 S Saginaw Rd
    Midland, MI 48640

    Hours

    Donations Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

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

    • Ten years old or newer, clean, working, with all parts and no rust, mold or stains.
    • Pickup available Tuesday-Thursday; items must be in the garage or on the main floor.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. City of Midland monthly heavy item collection and appliance pickupCity service · MidlandMidland residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    City DPW crews collect one truckload of heavy items (up to 10 cubic yards) per address per month, starting on the area's scheduled Monday (Areas A-D, 1st-4th Monday). Refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers and water heaters need a scheduled special pickup: call 989-837-6900. Extra truckloads are billed.

    Cost & rules
    • Scheduled special collection only: call 989-837-6900.
    • Before you go: Remove all doors and covers.

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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

  • Monthly Heavy Item & Brush Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Midland
    • Dishwashers, freezers, refrigerators, hot water tanks, stoves, washers and dryers need a scheduled collection; call 989-837-6900. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Place items by 7:30 a.m. on your scheduled Monday; crews take the whole week and won't return to a street once passed. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Midland Collection Guide (opens in new tab) · City of Midland
    • Appliance pick-up is on call (989-837-6900); all doors and covers must be removed from refrigerators and freezers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • What We Recycle (opens in new tab) · Midland Recyclers
    • The do-it-yourself drop-off is open to residents, schools, organizations and businesses in the Great Lakes Bay region. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • No refrigerators, freezers or air conditioners (Freon). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate – Midland County Habitat for Humanity ReStore (opens in new tab) · Midland County Habitat for Humanity
    • The ReStore is at 1703 S Saginaw Rd, Midland, MI 48640; entrance at the back off Haley St. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Donations must be clean, working, with all parts, and free of rust, mold, stains and broken parts. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances accepted: washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, cook-tops, ovens, microwaves and range hoods, ten years old or newer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ReStore – Midland County Habitat for Humanity (opens in new tab) · Midland County Habitat for Humanity
    • Donation pick-ups Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; items must be on the main floor or in the garage. 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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