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Refrigerator Recycling in Milwaukee, WI

Appliances are not collected curbside in Milwaukee; take refrigerators and freezers to a city Drop Off Center or to Refrigerant Depot on S. 9th Street, which takes them free.

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

4 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Milwaukee

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MilwaukeeNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $140.00
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    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. Refrigerant Depot Appliance RecyclingDrop-off · 5311 S. 9th Street, MilwaukeeOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    5311 S. 9th Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53221

    Hours

    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Preparation: Remove all gas and oil first.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Milwaukee North Drop Off Center (Industrial Road)Drop-off · 6660 N. Industrial Road, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residentsCost not listed
    Where

    6660 N. Industrial Road
    Milwaukee, WI 53223

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Milwaukee South Drop Off Center (Lincoln Avenue)Drop-off · 3879 W. Lincoln Avenue, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residentsCost not listed
    Where

    3879 W. Lincoln Avenue
    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (6)

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.
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Wisconsin rules

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Where this information comes from (19)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Drop Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • The Drop Off Centers are for City of Milwaukee residents and property owners; current state- or city-issued photo ID is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Items recycled at the Drop Off Centers include appliances, car batteries, electronics (TVs maximum of 3, $5 each) and large corrugated cardboard. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling Directory (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • Drop Off Centers accept appliances, including clothes washers and dryers, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers; appliances are not collected curbside. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulky Item Pickup (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • Yard waste, electronics and TVs, appliances and tires are not bulky waste and must go to a Drop Off Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Home Haz Mat Collection - Locations and Lists of Items (opens in new tab) · Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
    • MMSD only accepts waste generated by households or apartments in Milwaukee County; no businesses or contractors. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not accepted: microwaves, refrigerators, televisions, tires and washing machines. 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.
  • 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.
  • Bay View Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Bay View Store and Donation Center is at 153 W. Oklahoma Ave., ZIP 53207 (phone (414) 744-6014). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Milwaukee Oakland Avenue Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Milwaukee Oakland Avenue Store and Donation Center is at 2830 N. Oakland Ave., ZIP 53211 (phone (414) 962-3281). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Milwaukee Palmer Street Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Milwaukee Palmer Street Store and Donation Center is at 3900 N. Palmer St., ZIP 53212 (phone (414) 967-0588). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Retique Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Retique Store and Donation Center is at 190 N. Broadway, ZIP 53202 (phone (414) 273-1797). 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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