Washer and Dryer Recycling in Franklin, WI
Washers and dryers can be dropped off free at Refrigerant Depot (the city's listed appliance recycler) or donated to the Franklin ReStore if working.
See all 3 optionsChecked 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.
Wisconsin rules
- Clothes washers and dryers are major appliances under Wisconsin law, so they are banned from landfills and incinerators. Source: Wis. Stat. 287.01 Definitions (opens in new tab)
- Many appliance retailers will haul away and recycle an old appliance when a new one is delivered, but may charge a fee. Source: Wisconsin DNR: Large Appliance Recycling Guide (PUB-WA 1814, 2025) (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (11)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Appliance Recycling (opens in new tab) · Refrigerant Depot, LLC
- Appliance drop-off is free. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted household appliances include clothes washers and dryers, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- There are no residency restrictions and no ID is required for drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- All gas and oil must be removed before drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residential and commercial appliances, working or not, are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Items We Accept (opens in new tab) · Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- ReStore accepts refrigerators, washing machines, dryers and microwaves that work completely and are no older than 15 years. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Schedule A Pickup (opens in new tab) · Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- Standard pickup is free for eligible donations scheduled 1-2 weeks ahead; expedited pickup through ReSupply starts at $99. Checked October 26, 2026.
- ReStore Franklin (opens in new tab) · Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- ReStore address: 6939 S. Riverwood Blvd., Franklin, WI 53132. Checked October 26, 2026.
- City of Franklin 2026 Trash & Recycling Information (opens in new tab) · City of Franklin
- The card lists free drop-off of washers, dryers, microwaves, refrigerators and exercise equipment at Refrigerant Depot. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Wis. Stat. 287.01 Definitions (opens in new tab) · Wisconsin Legislature (Wisconsin Statutes)
- Clothes washers and dryers 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
- Many appliance retailers will haul away and recycle an old appliance when a new one is delivered, but may charge a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
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