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Refrigerator Recycling in Shelby Township, MI

Shelby Township picks up refrigerators as bulk waste; remove the doors and racks, and the hauler removes the Freon.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Shelby Township

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Shelby TownshipNo 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. Shelby Township curbside trash, bulk and recycling collection (Priority Waste)City service · Shelby TownshipShelby Township residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    Township solid waste program with Priority Waste (586-228-1200): large bulk items in reasonable quantities go out on the regular service day by 7 a.m.; call Priority Waste for excessive quantities.

    Cost & rules
    • Remove doors and racks first; the hauler removes the Freon.
    • Reasonable quantities on your regular service day by 7 a.m.; call Priority Waste for larger amounts.

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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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Checked October 26, 2026

  • What Do I Do With…? (opens in new tab) · Shelby Charter Township Waste Services
    • Large bulk waste such as appliances, furniture, air conditioners and water heaters in reasonable quantities is part of the solid waste program. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Remove doors and racks from refrigerators and freezers; the hauler handles Freon removal. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Set out bulk items on your regular service day by 7 a.m.; call Priority Waste for questions or excessive quantities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DTE will remove and recycle a refrigerator or freezer for free and give a $50 gift card. 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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