Microwave Recycling in Frederick, CO

Microwaves are on the accepted list for Frederick’s free resident electronics recycling, which Public Works holds in April and October; the next dates are October 28–31, 2026.

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

3 ways to get rid of a microwave in Frederick

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · FrederickNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
How it works
Book online, set out your microwave 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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Frederick Clean-Up DaysCity service · FrederickFrederick residentsFree
How it works
Frederick Public Works programs in April and October for residents with an active Town utility account: a voucher for one free load (up to one ton) at the Front Range Landfill, free electronics recycling at Public Works (7301 Eagle Blvd.) and senior curbside assistance.
Cost & rules
- Bring proof of Frederick residency (ID with a Frederick address, or ID and a Town utility bill). Held in the April and October clean-up seasons at Public Works, 7301 Eagle Blvd.
- Staff may refuse items.
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Frederick Fall 2026 Electronics RecyclingUpcoming event · October 28–31, 2026Frederick residentsFree
About
Free electronics drop-off for Frederick residents with an active utility account including trash: Oct 28–30, 11 am–3 pm, and Oct 31, 8–11 am. Up to five items per household, no more than two TVs. Bring ID showing a Frederick address (or ID plus a Town utility bill).
When
October 28–31, 2026
Where
Frederick Public Works, 7301 Eagle Blvd. (south end, by the Groot wood carving)
Cost & rules
- Bring ID with a Frederick address, or ID and a Town utility bill. One drop-off per household during the four days; residents unload their own items.
- Staff may refuse items.
Official event page (opens in new tab)

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Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
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More about microwaves

Colorado rules

Electronics built into a microwave oven are not "electronic devices" under Colorado's e-waste law, so the electronics landfill ban does not apply to them. Source: Colorado Revised Statutes 2024, Title 25 (Part 3 of Article 17: Electronic Recycling Jobs Act) (opens in new tab)
Once freon is removed, most landfills can accept refrigerators and other appliances for recycling or disposal. Source: CDPHE: Preparing products found in your home for disposal (opens in new tab)

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Some communities have large-item pickup days to help homeowners dispose of items that can't go in regular trash; CDPHE suggests checking with your city or county. Source: CDPHE: Preparing products found in your home for disposal (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Clean-Up Days (opens in new tab) · Town of Frederick
- Frederick Public Works runs its clean-up programs, including electronics recycling, in April and October for Frederick residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Public Works offers free electronics recycling during the clean-up season; no voucher is required, but bring proof of Frederick residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Each household may recycle two televisions and three other electronic items, five items in total. Checked October 26, 2026.
- On-site staff reserves the right to deny electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics recycling is only for Town of Frederick residents with an active utility account that includes trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Public Works offers free electronics recycling during the clean-up season; no voucher is required, but bring proof of Frederick residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics recycling at Public Works (7301 Eagle Blvd.): Wednesday October 28 and Thursday October 29, 11 am–3 pm, Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics recycling is only for Town of Frederick residents with an active utility account that includes trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Each household may recycle two televisions and three other electronic items, five items in total, in one drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- On-site staff reserves the right to deny electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
Blue Star Recyclers – Accepted Electronic Equipment (Town of Frederick list) (opens in new tab) · Town of Frederick
- The accepted electronics list linked from Frederick's Clean-Up Days page includes microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Small household appliances such as microwaves are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
CDPHE: Preparing products found in your home for disposal (opens in new tab) · Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
- Once freon is removed, most landfills can accept refrigerators and other appliances for recycling or disposal. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some communities have large-item pickup days to help homeowners dispose of items that can't go in regular trash; CDPHE suggests checking with your city or county. Checked October 26, 2026.
Colorado Revised Statutes 2024, Title 25 (Part 3 of Article 17: Electronic Recycling Jobs Act) (opens in new tab) · Colorado General Assembly, Office of Legislative Legal Services
- Electronics built into a microwave oven are not "electronic devices" under Colorado's e-waste law, so the electronics landfill ban does not apply to them. Checked October 26, 2026.

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