Refrigerator Recycling in Rocky Mount, NC

Rocky Mount picks up refrigerators on trash day when scheduled two business days ahead (252-467-4980). Remove the doors or lay it face down.

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

2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Rocky Mount

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Rocky MountNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $140.00
How it works
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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Rocky Mount appliance collectionCity service · Rocky MountRocky Mount residentsCost not listed
How it works
Scheduled curbside appliance pickup on trash day for Rocky Mount residents who own their appliances (252-467-4980).
Cost & rules
- Schedule two business days before your collection day.
- Before you go: Remove the doors or place it face down.
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Before you go

Refrigerant must be removed by a certified technician; ask whether the operator handles that and what it costs.
Empty and clean it, and ask whether doors must be removed or taped shut.
Check for utility appliance-recycling rebates before paying for disposal.

More about refrigerators and freezers

North Carolina rules

North Carolina law defines white goods to include refrigerators and freezers, as well as ranges, water heaters, unit air conditioners and other large appliances. 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 refrigerators and freezers. Source: N.C. General Statutes 130A-309.81: Management of discarded white goods; disposal fee prohibited (opens in new tab)

More North Carolina rules (6)

Counties must also arrange disposal of white goods and removal of CFC refrigerants from them. Source: N.C. General Statutes 130A-309.81: Management of discarded white goods; disposal fee prohibited (opens in new tab)
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

Appliance Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Rocky Mount Environmental Services
- Appliance pickup is on your trash day and must be scheduled two business days ahead at 252-467-4980 or 252-467-4981. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliance collection is for homeowners or residents who buy their own appliances, not landlord or commercial appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The city collects cook stoves, ovens, refrigerators (doors removed or face down), dishwashers, washers/dryers and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
N.C. General Statutes 130A-290: Definitions (solid waste management) (opens in new tab) · North Carolina General Assembly
- North Carolina law defines white goods to include refrigerators and freezers, as well as ranges, water heaters, unit air conditioners and other large appliances. 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
- Counties must also arrange disposal of white goods and removal of CFC refrigerants from them. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A local government or its contractor may not charge a disposal fee for white goods such as refrigerators and freezers. 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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