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Microwave Recycling in Tacoma, WA

The Tacoma Recycle Center on S. Mullen Street accepts microwaves for recycling, and Call-2-Haul takes them among small appliances.

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

3 ways to get rid of a microwave in Tacoma

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · TacomaNo 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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  2. Tacoma Recycle Center (Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center)Drop-off · 3510 S. Mullen Street, TacomaCost not listed
    Where

    3510 S. Mullen Street
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Hours

    Daily 8 am–5:30 pm; closed July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

    Cost & rules

    Microwaves

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

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  3. Tacoma Call-2-HaulCity service · TacomaTacoma residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    Scheduled curbside pickup (or appointment self-haul to the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center) of up to three large items plus 15 boxes/bags of smaller items. Residential solid waste customers get two a year in their rates; multifamily and commercial customers pay $115 per pickup. Call (253) 573-2468.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Multifamily/commercial single pickup$115 per visit
    • Tacoma residential Solid Waste customers: two pickups or self-hauls a year included in rates; schedule at (253) 573-2468.

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Before you go

  1. Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
  2. Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.
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Washington rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Recycle Center and Household Hazardous Waste Facility Customer Guide (opens in new tab) · City of Tacoma Environmental Services
    • Scrap metal, microwaves and most appliances are accepted; refrigerators and other Freon appliances go to the Recovery & Transfer Building for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Call-2-Haul (opens in new tab) · City of Tacoma Environmental Services
    • Residential Solid Waste customers can schedule two pickups or self-hauls a year; cost is built into residential rates. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Up to three large items such as mattresses, couches, washers, dryers, refrigerators and exercise equipment per pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Small appliances such as microwaves count toward the 15 boxes or bags. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • For multifamily and commercial customers: single pickup $115, double $230. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Schedule by calling (253) 573-2468. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ecology: Moderate risk waste (opens in new tab) · Washington State Department of Ecology
    • Local governments in Washington must plan for moderate risk waste (household hazardous waste plus small-business hazardous waste) in their area. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • State law allows MRW in municipal garbage, but many local governments collect it separately and some ban it from regular garbage; check local rules first. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Ecology says to learn what can legally go in the garbage in your area and whether your jurisdiction has an MRW facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Ecology points to MRW facilities, events and take-back programs such as E-Cycle Washington, PaintCare, LightRecycle and Safe Medication Return. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ecology: Find a moderate risk waste disposal site (opens in new tab) · Washington State Department of Ecology
    • Ecology keeps a county-by-county list of moderate risk waste disposal sites and services. Checked October 26, 2026.

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