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Washer and Dryer Recycling in Charlotte, NC

Washing machines and dryers can be scheduled for Charlotte bulky item collection or dropped at a county full-service center.

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

8 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in Charlotte

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · CharlotteNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
    How it works

    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. Mecklenburg County Compost Central Disposal and Recycling CenterDrop-off · 140 Valleydale Road, CharlotteMecklenburg County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    140 Valleydale Road
    Charlotte, NC 28214

    Hours

    Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Mecklenburg County Foxhole Disposal and Recycling CenterDrop-off · 17131 Lancaster Highway, CharlotteMecklenburg County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    17131 Lancaster Highway
    Charlotte, NC 28277

    Hours

    Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Mecklenburg County Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling CenterDrop-off · 8007 Pence Road, CharlotteMecklenburg County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    8007 Pence Road
    Charlotte, NC 28215

    Hours

    Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  5. Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore (Wendover)Drop-off · 1133 N Wendover Rd, CharlotteOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    1133 N Wendover Rd
    Charlotte, NC 28211

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

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

    • Washing machines 15 years old or newer; dryers accepted; must work.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  6. Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore (Wilkinson)Drop-off · 3326 Wilkinson Blvd, CharlotteOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    3326 Wilkinson Blvd
    Charlotte, NC 28208

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

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

    • Washing machines 15 years old or newer; dryers accepted; must work.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  7. Charlotte bulky item collectionCity service · CharlotteCharlotte residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services curbside collection of bulky items (furniture, mattresses, box springs, appliances, electronics, tires and more), scheduled in advance through 311 (704-336-7600), the CLT+ app or online, for homes that receive city garbage collection.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  8. Mecklenburg County North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling CenterDrop-off · outside Charlotte · 12300 N. Statesville Road, HuntersvilleMecklenburg County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    12300 N. Statesville Road
    Huntersville, NC 28078

    Hours

    Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Washers and dryers

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

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

  • Recycling and Disposal Centers (opens in new tab) · Mecklenburg County Solid Waste and Recycling
    • County residents display a blue entry sticker (no cost to County residents) and may be asked for proof of Mecklenburg residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted: appliances including stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County residents display a blue entry sticker (no cost to County residents) and may be asked for proof of Mecklenburg residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted: appliances including stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County residents display a blue entry sticker (no cost to County residents) and may be asked for proof of Mecklenburg residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted: appliances including stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County residents display a blue entry sticker (no cost to County residents) and may be asked for proof of Mecklenburg residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted: appliances including stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NON-Mecklenburg County Residential Access (opens in new tab) · Mecklenburg County Solid Waste and Recycling
    • People living outside Mecklenburg County may buy an annual sticker for the same services as a county resident; without it they pay for each entry. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • People living outside Mecklenburg County may buy an annual sticker for the same services as a county resident; without it they pay for each entry. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • People living outside Mecklenburg County may buy an annual sticker for the same services as a county resident; without it they pay for each entry. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • People living outside Mecklenburg County may buy an annual sticker for the same services as a county resident; without it they pay for each entry. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Collection Guidelines (opens in new tab) · City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services
    • To be eligible you must currently receive garbage collection from the City of Charlotte. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulky Item Eligibility (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services
    • Dryers and washing machines are eligible recyclable bulky items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Charlotte Region ReStore location: Wendover (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region ReStores
    • Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore (Wendover) is at 1133 N Wendover Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate to the ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region ReStores
    • The ReStore accepts dryers, microwaves 5 years old or newer, washing machines and refrigerators/freezers 15 years old or newer. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The ReStore does not accept items missing parts or items that do not work. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The ReStore accepts dryers, microwaves 5 years old or newer, washing machines and refrigerators/freezers 15 years old or newer. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The ReStore does not accept items missing parts or items that do not work. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Charlotte Region ReStore location: Wilkinson (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region ReStores
    • Habitat Charlotte Region ReStore (Wilkinson) is at 3326 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • N.C. General Statutes 130A-290: Definitions (solid waste management) (opens in new tab) · North Carolina General Assembly
    • Washing machines and clothes dryers are white goods under North Carolina law. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • N.C. General Statutes 130A-309.81: Management of discarded white goods; disposal fee prohibited (opens in new tab) · North Carolina General Assembly
    • A local government or its contractor may not charge a disposal fee for white goods such as washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NC DEQ Division of Waste Management: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
    • Many North Carolina counties have permanent household hazardous waste collection centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Counties, cities, school districts and other groups can get a free temporary permit to hold HHW collection events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many HHW centers and many auto parts retailers accept used oil. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NC DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW Collection Programs Map) (opens in new tab) · North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
    • Permanent HHW facilities open anywhere from a few days a year to several days a week; check the local solid waste website for dates and hours. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ tells residents to check the local government solid waste website for HHW dates and hours. Checked October 26, 2026.

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