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Refrigerator Recycling in San Clemente, CA

Refrigerators are named examples for San Clemente’s free CR&R bulky pickup.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in San Clemente

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · San ClementeNo 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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  2. CR&R bulky item pickup (San Clemente)Pickup service · San ClementeSan Clemente residentsFree
    How it works

    Four free bulky pickups a year (up to four large items or four bags) on the regular collection day for San Clemente resident customers; schedule online or at 877-728-0446.

    Cost & rules
    • Four free pickups a year of up to four items; extra pickups for a small fee.

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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.
More about refrigerators and freezers

California rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of San Clemente: Trash & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of San Clemente
    • Free CR&R bulky pickup examples: washing machines, dryers, sofas, refrigerators and other large household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Each San Clemente resident customer gets four free bulky pickups a year of up to four large items or four bags; extra pickups have a small fee. 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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