Microwave Recycling in East Providence, RI

East Providence residents can drop it off with e-waste at the DPW Yard, 60 Commercial Way.

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

2 ways to get rid of a microwave in East Providence

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · East ProvidenceNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
How it works
Book online, set out your microwave 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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East Providence DPW Yard (self-service recycling drop-off)Drop-off · 60 Commercial Way, East ProvidenceConditions applyCost not listed
Where
60 Commercial Way
East Providence, RI 02914
Hours
Recycling drop-off Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost & rules
Microwaves
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)

Since July 1, 2006, mercury-added products may be disposed of only by recycling or as hazardous waste (mercury button cell batteries are excepted). Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-24.9-9 (Mercury-added products disposal ban) (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (5)

Checked October 26, 2026

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-24.9-9 (Mercury-added products disposal ban) (opens in new tab) · State of Rhode Island General Assembly
- Since July 1, 2006, mercury-added products may be disposed of only by recycling or as hazardous waste (mercury button cell batteries are excepted). Checked October 26, 2026.
RIRRC A-Z: Microwave Ovens (opens in new tab) · Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation
- On the RIRRC A-Z, microwave ovens fall under each city or town's small appliance instructions. Checked October 26, 2026.
RIRRC A-Z: East Providence-specific disposal instructions (opens in new tab) · Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation
- The DPW Yard at 60 Commercial Way is a self-service drop-off area; contact 401-435-7701. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The DPW Yard takes TVs, CRT monitors, CPUs, printers, cartridges, cables, VHS/DVD players and anything with a plug. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Small appliances (no Freon) can be dropped off with e-waste. Checked October 26, 2026.

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