Refrigerator Recycling in Tracy, CA
Tracy residents can use a City voucher to drop two large appliances a year free at the Tracy MRF, or include a refrigerator in the annual clean-up pickup (call Tracy Disposal first). Without a voucher the MRF charges $46.50.
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- White goods such as refrigerators, freezers and A/C units are acceptable. (San Joaquin County: Lovelace MRF and Transfer Station (opens in new tab))
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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.
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)
Where this information comes from (27)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- San Joaquin County: Household Hazardous Waste Facility (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division
- The service is free for San Joaquin County residents; small-business waste by appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted: refrigerating units, air conditioners, tires, large appliances, solar panels and others. Checked October 26, 2026.
- San Joaquin County: North County Recycling Center and Sanitary Landfill (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division
- White goods such as refrigerators, freezers and A/C units are acceptable. Checked October 26, 2026.
- San Joaquin County: North County Recycling Center and Sanitary Landfill price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliances (A/C units, freezers, refrigerators): residents up to two per trip at no charge; additional or unemptied units $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional or unemptied appliances are $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- San Joaquin County: Lovelace MRF and Transfer Station (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division
- White goods such as refrigerators, freezers and A/C units are acceptable. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
- San Joaquin County: Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliances (A/C units, freezers, refrigerators): residents up to two per trip at no charge; additional or unemptied units $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional or unemptied appliances are $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Annual Residential Clean-Up Program (opens in new tab) · Tracy Delta Solid Waste Management
- Each residential property within Tracy city limits is eligible for one free Annual Residential Clean-Up per calendar year. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Two large furniture or appliance items, e.g. sofas, mattresses, refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Annual Residential Bulky Items Pick-Up Program (opens in new tab) · City of Tracy
- Residents can set out up to ten 32-gallon bags and two furniture items such as appliances, mattress sets or sofas. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Notify Tracy Disposal at (209) 835-0601 before setting out appliances or items needing special handling such as TVs, freezers or refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Only for residential customers inside Tracy city limits with an active, current City utility account. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Schedule first; set items at the curb no later than 4 a.m. on the scheduled day and no earlier than the night before. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Public Disposal Pricing (opens in new tab) · Tracy Material Recovery Facility & Solid Waste Transfer
- Tracy MRF is at 30703 South MacArthur Drive, Tracy, CA 95377; facility hours Mon–Fri 8–4, Sat 8–3:30. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Refrigerators, freezers and A/C units $46.50 each; other appliances such as washers, dryers and exercise equipment $29.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliance Disposal Voucher (opens in new tab) · City of Tracy
- Tracy residents billed for garbage by the City may dispose of two large appliances (e.g. refrigerators) per year at no charge at the Tracy MRF with the voucher. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Take the appliance and voucher to the Tracy Material Recovery Facility, 30703 S. MacArthur Drive, or schedule pickup with Tracy Disposal. 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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