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Refrigerator Recycling in Alexandria, VA

Refrigerators and freezers go to the City HHW Center on Colvin Street, or City trash customers can book a curbside pickup for $20 per appliance.

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

3 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Alexandria

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AlexandriaNo 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. Alexandria Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection CenterDrop-off · 3224 Colvin Street, AlexandriaAlexandria residentsCost not listed
    Where

    3224 Colvin Street
    Alexandria, VA 22314

    Hours

    Monday and Saturday 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; closed Tuesday-Friday and Sunday

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    • Mondays and Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Alexandria residents with ID or utility bill.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Alexandria metal and appliance curbside pickup (by request)City service · AlexandriaAlexandria residents$20
    How it works

    Curbside pickup of appliances and bulky metal items for households that receive City trash and recycling service, scheduled through Alex311 (311 or 703.746.4311). A $20 fee applies to large appliances, including refrigerant appliances.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Refrigerant appliance pickup$20
    • Schedule through Alex311 or 703.746.4311.

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Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (1)
  • Reworld Alexandria residential drop-off (metal and appliances) · Alexandria

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

Virginia rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
    • Open Mondays and Saturdays only, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The HHW Center is for Alexandria residents only; residency is confirmed with a government ID or utility bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Businesses may not use the City HHW program. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Only refrigerant-containing appliances are accepted: refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents who receive City trash collection can arrange a special appliance pickup; a $20.00 fee may apply for large appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Local Solid Waste Disposal Facilities (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
    • The drop-off is for Alexandria residents only, with government ID or utility bill; contractors are turned away. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerators, air conditioners and dehumidifiers are not accepted at Reworld. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • City disposal customers can schedule curbside pickup of refrigerant appliances for $20 per appliance. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Special Waste (HHW, e-waste, white goods) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: white goods (stoves, washers, water heaters, refrigerators, air conditioners, freezers) may contain refrigerants, oil, PCBs or mercury that must be removed before recycling or disposal. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerants should not be vented to the air or drained to the ground or sewer. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ: many localities offer convenience centers or special collection days for HHW; check with your local Public Works office. Private vendors may offer free or fee-based services. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Code of Virginia 10.1-1400: Definitions (Virginia Waste Management Act) (opens in new tab) · Code of Virginia (Virginia General Assembly, Legislative Information System)
    • Virginia law defines household hazardous waste as household waste that would otherwise be hazardous, including certain batteries, solvent-based paint and paint thinners, used motor oil, and fluorescent bulbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Recycling Guidance by Material (household hazardous waste) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: many Virginia communities offer annual HHW collection events or permanent collection locations; check your county or city website. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ: if your community has no HHW program, or you cannot wait for the next event, you may put HHW in your regular trash, after drying or absorbing liquids. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Statewide Recycling Programs (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: your local government website or recycling coordinator is the best source for recycling and special collection events; for electronics or tires, contact your locality's Recycling Program Manager. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Virginia Recycling Mandates (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • Every county, city, town or regional authority must run recycling programs meeting a minimum recycling rate of 15% or 25%, depending on density and unemployment. Checked October 26, 2026.

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