Washer and Dryer Recycling in Plano, TX
Washers and dryers go to the Parkway Transfer Station for recycling; the Custer Road station does not take metal appliances.
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- TCEQ landfill rules say large, heavy or bulky items such as white goods (household appliances) should be recycled, using a large-item salvage area at the landfill. (30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab))
- White goods (household appliances) and air conditioner units count as large items under the landfill rule. (30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab))
Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- Ask whether each machine is priced separately.
- Disconnect water and gas lines safely, or have a professional do it.
- Confirm whether the operator wants hoses and cords left attached.
Texas rules
- TCEQ landfill rules say large, heavy or bulky items such as white goods (household appliances) should be recycled, using a large-item salvage area at the landfill. Source: 30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab)
- White goods (household appliances) and air conditioner units count as large items under the landfill rule. Source: 30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab)
More Texas rules (5)
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (12)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Solid Waste Facilities (opens in new tab) · North Texas Municipal Water District
- Residents of Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Melissa, Plano and Richardson can drop off waste twice a month with a city utility bill showing solid waste service. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Parkway Transfer Station is closed Oct. 12–Nov. 1 for construction. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Acceptable Waste Policy (PDF) (opens in new tab) · North Texas Municipal Water District
- Listed residential waste is accepted at no charge to member city residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents can dispose of household waste twice a month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Metal appliances, including refrigerators, washers and dryers, are accepted for recycling at all facilities except Custer Road. Checked October 26, 2026.
- 30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab) · Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (text of a TCEQ rule) · effective November 17, 2024
- TCEQ landfill rules say large, heavy or bulky items such as white goods (household appliances) should be recycled, using a large-item salvage area at the landfill. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
- White goods (household appliances) and air conditioner units count as large items under the landfill rule. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
- TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.
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