Washer and Dryer Recycling in Oshkosh, WI
Washers and dryers are collected by Oshkosh for $15 per trip as a prepaid special pickup of non-Freon appliances and metal.
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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 (9)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Solid Waste (opens in new tab) · Winnebago County Solid Waste Management
- Non-residents may use general waste and curbside recycling services, but the hazardous materials facility and miscellaneous drop-off programs are only for Winnebago County residents with household-sourced materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
- 2026 Standard Tipping Fee Rates (opens in new tab) · Winnebago County Solid Waste Management
- Household-sourced, in-county: Freon appliances $15 each; non-Freon appliances and microwaves $5 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Cash, checks, debit and credit cards are accepted; loads must be secured and covered. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Special Pickup Charges (opens in new tab) · City of Oshkosh
- Special pickups of large items are scheduled by bringing the form and payment (cash or check) to the Collections Office at City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, or its drop box; not by phone or online. Requests must arrive by the business day before collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Garbage and Recycling Collection Guidelines (opens in new tab) · City of Oshkosh
- Freon appliances such as refrigerators and freezers are $25 each (remove doors); non-Freon appliances and other metal (dishwashers, microwaves, washers, dryers, treadmills) are $15 total. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Once scheduled, place the item at least three feet from your carts on the terrace or driveway apron by 5 a.m. on collection day. Checked October 26, 2026.
- How do I dispose of... (opens in new tab) · City of Neenah
- Dryers go to the Drop-Off Site or the Winnebago County Solid Waste Facility. 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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