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Refrigerator Recycling in Fort Wayne, IN

City bulk collection does not take refrigerators or other freon appliances. Working refrigerators can be donated to the Habitat ReStore, and OmniSource on Meyer Road takes scrap appliances including refrigerators.

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3 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Fort Wayne

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Fort WayneNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $140.00
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    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. Habitat for Humanity ReStore (Fort Wayne)Drop-off · 4747 Lima Road, Fort WayneOpen to everyoneConditions applyFree
    Where

    4747 Lima Road
    Fort Wayne, IN 46808

    Hours

    Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)
    • Must be in good working order and free of rips, stains and pet hair.
    • Free pickup can be scheduled for larger items or loads.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. OmniSource Scrap Metal Recycling (Meyer Road)Drop-off · 1430 Meyer Road, Fort WayneOpen to everyoneCost not listed
    Where

    1430 Meyer Road
    Fort Wayne, IN 46802

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.-noon

    Cost & rules

    Refrigerators and freezers

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

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Places that don’t take refrigerators and freezers (7)

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

Indiana rules

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Where this information comes from (25)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Bulk Items (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Wayne
    • Bulk trash is collected only when scheduled at least 2 business days before the garbage collection day, through the 311 website (Solid Waste > Bulk Trash Pickup), by calling 311 or with the 311 app. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires, batteries, concrete and freon appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, water coolers and dehumidifiers are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Resource Directory: Scrap Metal (opens in new tab) · Allen County Department of Environmental Management
    • OmniSource Scrap Metal Recycling, 1430 Meyer Road, buys scrap metal from individuals, including appliances with freon such as air conditioners and refrigerators, and microwaves; open Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-noon. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • OmniSource buys everything from industrial scrap to scrap metal from individuals. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ReStore Donations (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Greater Fort Wayne
    • Drop off items at the ReStore during business hours or schedule a free pickup of larger items or loads. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted donations must be in good working order and free of rips, stains and pet hair; they include couches/sofas/sectionals (no sleepers), chairs, dressers, dining sets, refrigerators, washers and dryers, and microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donations (opens in new tab) · Mustard Seed Furniture Bank of Fort Wayne
    • Material donations go to the rear of 3636 Illinois Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not accepted: entertainment electronics including TVs and computers, exercise equipment and any major appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Furniture donation pick-ups are always free; a suggested donation of $25-$100 is requested, and a paid Priority Pickup option exists. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate Goods (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana
    • Goodwill cannot accept batteries, paint, refrigerators and freezers, mattresses and box springs, tires, or washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Shop Online or in Our Stores (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana
    • Goodwill Brooklyn Avenue store: 3127 Brooklyn Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46809. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill Covington Plaza store: 6256 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46804. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill Dupont Village store: 525 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill Georgetown Square store: 6404 E. State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill Glenbrook Commons store: 4122 Lima Road B6, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • IDEM Managing Waste: Landfills (opens in new tab) · Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
    • Municipal solid waste landfills must not accept appliances still containing refrigerant that has not been removed as required by federal rules (40 CFR 82.156). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • IDEM Recycle Indiana: Solid Waste Management Districts (opens in new tab) · Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
    • A solid waste management district is the county's local authority for recycling, yard waste and household hazardous waste services, and runs recycling and HHW collection events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Districts conduct recycling and household hazardous waste collection events and outreach. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Under Public Law 10-1990, every Indiana county except Marion was to have its own district or join a multi-county district. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Association of Indiana Solid Waste Management Districts (AISWMD) offers a Find Your District tool and a district map. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • IDEM Recycle Indiana: Where to Recycle (opens in new tab) · Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
    • IDEM says solid waste management districts are the county authority for recycling, yard waste and household hazardous waste services, and to confirm program availability and hours with district staff. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • IDEM: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
    • IDEM: contact your local solid waste management district for HHW disposal; districts may offer daily collection or special events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Marion County has no solid waste management district; residents find HHW drop-off sites on Indy.gov. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Open dumping or open burning of solid waste is illegal in Indiana. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many oil change and automotive service centers accept used motor oil; HHW programs and recycling sites also accept used oil, filters and antifreeze. Checked October 26, 2026.

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