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Refrigerator Recycling in Portage, MI

The Spring Cleanup does not collect refrigerators. The Habitat ReStore on S. Westnedge accepts clean, working refrigerators that are generally 10 years old or newer.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Portage

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · PortageNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $140.00
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    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. Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStoreDrop-off · 7612 S. Westnedge Ave., PortageOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    7612 S. Westnedge Ave.
    Portage, MI 49002

    Hours

    Donations during store hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat 9:00am-4:00pm, Sun closed

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

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

    • Clean, in good working condition and generally 10 years old or newer.

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Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (1)
  • City of Portage Spring Cleanup Program · Portage

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.
More about refrigerators and freezers

Michigan rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Spring Cleanup Program (opens in new tab) · City of Portage
    • Each spring the City of Portage runs the Spring Cleanup Program, letting residents place household items at the curb; collection occurs once per zone. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Collected: bed springs and mattresses, and (piled separately as metal) appliances including washers, dryers, stoves and water heaters, but no refrigerators, air conditioners or dehumidifiers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not collected: paint and chemicals, TVs, computers and monitors, tires, refrigerators, air conditioners and dehumidifiers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Spring Cleanup Program is not performed for commercial establishments, churches, schools, or on most private streets. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate to ReStore (opens in new tab) · Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity
    • Drop off donations at the store, 7612 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage, MI, Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-4. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances accepted if clean, working and generally 10 years old or newer: refrigerators, freezers, stoves, microwaves, washers and dryers, dishwashers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Outdated, dirty, damaged or non-working appliances (including dehumidifiers) are not accepted. 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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