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Washer and Dryer Recycling in South Bend, IN

Washers and dryers count as appliances for South Bend's free monthly extra pickup for homeowners; additional pickups that month are $20 per cubic yard.

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

2 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in South Bend

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · South BendNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
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    Book online, set out your washer and dryer 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. City of South Bend appliance and bulky item extra pickupCity service · South BendSouth Bend residentsFree
    How it works

    Homeowners within South Bend city limits can request one free extra pickup for an appliance or bulky item per month by calling 311 or online; additional pickups cost $20 per cubic yard.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Additional extra pickups in the same month (per cubic yard)$20
    • One free extra pickup per month; request it first and set items within two feet of the curb by 6 am on trash day.

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Before you go

  1. Ask whether each machine is priced separately.
  2. Disconnect water and gas lines safely, or have a professional do it.
  3. Confirm whether the operator wants hoses and cords left attached.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Donate (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of Michiana
    • Paints, refrigerators and freezers, tires and washers/dryers are on the do-not-donate list. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • All Goodwill of Michiana retail stores have a drive-up donation door with an attendant during scheduled hours. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Locations (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of Michiana
    • Goodwill lists its Western Avenue Store at 1805 W. Western Ave., ZIP 46619. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill lists its Cleveland Road Store at 2701 W. Cleveland Rd., ZIP 46628. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Goodwill lists its Ireland Road Store at 1906 E. Ireland Rd., ZIP 46614. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Solid Waste (opens in new tab) · City of South Bend
    • Homeowners within city limits can request one free extra pickup for an appliance or bulky item per month; it happens on trash day. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • An appliance includes refrigerator, freezer, washer and dryer; bulky items are items too big for the bin, such as furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Additional extra pickups in the same month are charged $20 per cubic yard. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Items go within two feet of the curb by 6 am on pickup day, no sooner than 24 hours before; no electronic waste, paints, chemicals or hazardous materials. 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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