Refrigerator Recycling in Norman, OK
Norman picks up a Freon-free refrigerator for the $25 bulky fee or takes it at the Transfer Station once a certified technician removes and tags the Freon; working units can go to the Habitat ReStore.
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Before you go
- Refrigerant must be removed by a certified technician; ask whether the operator handles that and what it costs.
- Empty and clean it, and ask whether doors must be removed or taped shut.
- Check for utility appliance-recycling rebates before paying for disposal.
Oklahoma rules
- State rules list freon-containing appliances (such as refrigerators and freezers) as household hazardous waste. Source: OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab)
- State rules list freon-containing appliances or tanks as household hazardous waste. Source: OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab)
More Oklahoma rules (4)
- Oklahoma's solid waste rules define household hazardous waste as corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive household waste, including freon-containing appliances, liquid paints and lead-acid batteries. Source: OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ says several Oklahoma communities have household hazardous waste facilities or collection programs, and services may be free with proof of residency such as a water bill. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ lists HHW facilities in Norman, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Midwest City, all free with proof of residency and taking items from surrounding communities for a small fee. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ's HHW fact sheet lists the Midwest City Household Pollutant Collection Facility among the state's HHW facilities. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (16)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Transfer Station (opens in new tab) · City of Norman
- Residential rate (current Norman utility bill required): $40 per ton or $13 up to 600 pounds; covers household trash, furniture and appliances with Freon removed. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Standard rate for non-resident or commercial waste: $92 per ton or $80 up to 600 pounds. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Scrap Metal & White Goods (HHWF) (opens in new tab) · City of Norman
- Refrigerators, freezers and A/C units can go to the Transfer Station for a fee but must have Freon removed by a certified technician and be tagged. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Sanitation (opens in new tab) · City of Norman
- Bulky collection is scheduled Saturdays twice per month and costs $25; call Sanitation at 405-329-1023. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The City picks up a refrigerator if it is certified Freon free; the $25 bulky waste fee applies. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk waste is collected curbside at no cost once in the spring and once in the fall. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Habitat Restore (opens in new tab) · Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity
- Donations are accepted 9-5 weekdays and 9-4 Saturdays. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The ReStore is open to the public; donations can be dropped off at the rear of the store. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donations We Accept (opens in new tab) · Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity
- The ReStore accepts microwave ovens, refrigerators, washers, and dryers and stoves that are not gas. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donate to Restore (opens in new tab) · Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity
- Donors can schedule a pickup; items must be in a garage or in front of the home, clearly marked as a donation. Checked October 26, 2026.
- OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- Oklahoma's solid waste rules define household hazardous waste as corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive household waste, including freon-containing appliances, liquid paints and lead-acid batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
- State rules list freon-containing appliances (such as refrigerators and freezers) as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- State rules list freon-containing appliances or tanks as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ says several Oklahoma communities have household hazardous waste facilities or collection programs, and services may be free with proof of residency such as a water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ lists HHW facilities in Norman, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Midwest City, all free with proof of residency and taking items from surrounding communities for a small fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ's HHW fact sheet lists the Midwest City Household Pollutant Collection Facility among the state's HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
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