Refrigerator Recycling in Los Angeles, CA

LASAN picks up refrigerators and freezers curbside at no extra cost for homes with LASAN service; remove the doors first.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Los Angeles

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Los AngelesNo 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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LA Sanitation metal appliance pickupCity service · Los AngelesLos Angeles residentsFree
How it works
Curbside pickup of refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers and other large metal appliances for LASAN-serviced homes, scheduled at least one business day ahead.
Cost & rules
- Schedule at least one business day before your regular trash day by calling 1-800-773-2489 or through MyLA311.
- Before you go: Remove refrigerator and freezer doors before setting it out.
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Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (1)

Antelope Valley Environmental Collection Center (AVECC) · 1200 West City Ranch Road, Palmdale

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

California rules

Refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs and replacements) in refrigeration and air-conditioning units are materials that require special handling. Source: DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab)
DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)

More California rules (5)

It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

LA Sanitation: Metal Appliance Pickup (opens in new tab) · LA Sanitation & Environment, City of Los Angeles
- LASAN picks up large metal and household appliances at no extra cost for residents with LASAN curbside service. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted: refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers, dishwashers, air conditioners, water heaters and standard heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Give at least one business day notice before the regular trash day; appliances often come on a different truck. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Remove the doors from refrigerators and freezers before placing them at the curb. Checked October 26, 2026.
LA County Public Works (CleanLA): Antelope Valley Environmental Collection Center (opens in new tab) · Los Angeles County Public Works
- AVECC is a permanent facility offering LA County residents a free way to dispose of household hazardous and electronic waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted: trash, tires and white goods such as refrigerators, stoves and washing machines. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- Refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs and replacements) in refrigeration and air-conditioning units are materials that require special handling. Checked October 26, 2026.

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