Washer and Dryer Recycling in Holly Springs, NC

Washers and dryers count as white goods in Holly Springs: the Town picks them up for a fee, or residents can drop them off free at the Southern Wake Landfill Convenience Center.

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

3 ways to get rid of a washer and dryer in Holly Springs

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Holly SpringsNo 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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Holly Springs Household Item PickupCity service · Holly SpringsHolly Springs residentsFees apply
How it works
Town curbside pickup of household items that do not fit in the trash cart, arranged by calling 311 or (919) 577-3111. One larger item under 50 pounds, or several small items, at no additional charge; larger loads and white goods for a fee paid in advance.
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Wake County Multi-Material Recycling FacilitiesCounty service · Wake CountyCost not listed
How it works
Three county drop-off sites for recyclables: North Wake (9029 Deponie Drive, Raleigh 27614), South Wake (6130 Old Smithfield Road, Apex 27539), both Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and East Wake (5051 Wendell Boulevard, Wendell 27591), weekends only. The Census geocoder places 9029 Deponie Drive in unincorporated Neuse township, outside Raleigh city limits, and could not match the Old Smithfield Road address.
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Places that don’t take washers and dryers (1)

Wake County Convenience Centers · Wake County

Before you go

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

More about washers and dryers

North Carolina rules

Washing machines and clothes dryers are white goods under North Carolina law. Source: N.C. General Statutes 130A-290: Definitions (solid waste management) (opens in new tab)
A local government or its contractor may not charge a disposal fee for white goods such as washers and dryers. Source: N.C. General Statutes 130A-309.81: Management of discarded white goods; disposal fee prohibited (opens in new tab)

More North Carolina rules (5)

Many North Carolina counties have permanent household hazardous waste collection centers. Source: NC DEQ Division of Waste Management: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Counties, cities, school districts and other groups can get a free temporary permit to hold HHW collection events. Source: NC DEQ Division of Waste Management: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: NC DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW Collection Programs Map) (opens in new tab)
DEQ tells residents to check the local government solid waste website for HHW dates and hours. Source: NC DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW Collection Programs Map) (opens in new tab)
Many HHW centers and many auto parts retailers accept used oil. Source: NC DEQ Division of Waste Management: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Multi-Material Recycling Facilities (opens in new tab) · Wake County Solid Waste Management
- Wake County runs three Multi-Material Recycling Facilities where businesses and residents can drop off recyclables; East Wake is for Wake County residents only. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Large appliances accepted include A/C and heating units, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
Convenience Center Site 1 (opens in new tab) · Wake County Solid Waste Management
- Convenience centers are open daily 7 a.m.-7 p.m. to Wake County residents only. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Large appliances and white goods are not taken at the convenience center; they go to a Multi-Material Recycling Facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
Disposing of Household Items That Won't Fit in Your Trash Container (opens in new tab) · Town of Holly Springs Public Works
- Larger loads and appliances such as refrigerators, washers and dryers are collected for a fee paid in advance. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents can drop off white goods at the Southern Wake Landfill Convenience Center, 6025 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Call 311 to arrange pickup before setting items out. 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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