Refrigerator Recycling in Brookfield, WI

Brookfield residents can drop off refrigerators and freezers free at the City Recycle Center.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Brookfield

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · BrookfieldNo 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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City of Brookfield Recycle CenterCity service · BrookfieldBrookfield residentsFree
How it works
City-run recycle center for Brookfield residents, open Saturdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. year round and Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-7 p.m. April-November. Accepts certain recyclables and major appliances; no electronics or other bulky items.
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Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (1)

Goodwill Brookfield Store and Donation Center · 18605 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield

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.

More about refrigerators and freezers

Wisconsin rules

Refrigerators and freezers are major appliances under Wisconsin law, so they are banned from landfills and incinerators. Source: Wis. Stat. 287.01 Definitions (opens in new tab)
Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers and some heaters need special treatment for their refrigerants; DNR keeps a list of registered refrigerant-removal businesses. Source: Wisconsin DNR: Large Appliance Recycling Guide (PUB-WA 1814, 2025) (opens in new tab)

More Wisconsin rules (1)

Most sites charge for appliances with cooling elements. Source: Wisconsin DNR: Large Appliance Recycling Guide (PUB-WA 1814, 2025) (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (8)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Donor Guidelines (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
- Goodwill does not accept large appliances such as refrigerators or washers/dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
Major Appliances (opens in new tab) · City of Brookfield
- The Recycle Center accepts appliances from City of Brookfield residents only, including microwaves, washers, dryers, refrigerators and freezers. Checked October 26, 2026.
How can I dispose of Bulky Items (opens in new tab) · City of Brookfield
- Appliances can be brought to the City's Recycle Center for free disposal. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents contract directly with GFL: $45 for up to two bulky items per collection, $45 per major appliance and $60 per major appliance containing freon; call 262-367-6040. Checked October 26, 2026.
Brookfield Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
- Goodwill Brookfield Store and Donation Center is at 18605 W. Bluemound Rd., ZIP 53045 (phone (262) 901-0089). Checked October 26, 2026.
Wis. Stat. 287.01 Definitions (opens in new tab) · Wisconsin Legislature (Wisconsin Statutes)
- Refrigerators and freezers are major appliances under Wisconsin law, so they are banned from landfills and incinerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
Wisconsin DNR: Large Appliance Recycling Guide (PUB-WA 1814, 2025) (opens in new tab) · Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers and some heaters need special treatment for their refrigerants; DNR keeps a list of registered refrigerant-removal businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Most sites charge for appliances with cooling elements. Checked October 26, 2026.

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