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Refrigerator Recycling in Rio Grande City, TX

Rio Grande City picks up refrigerators only after the Freon has been removed by an authorized facility and the unit carries its decal. Call (956) 488-8382 a day ahead.

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2 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Rio Grande City

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Rio Grande CityNo 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. Rio Grande City brush and bulky item pickupCity service · Rio Grande CityRio Grande City residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    Public Works collects brush and bulky items from addresses with active RGC water accounts. For bulky items, call (956) 488-8382 one day in advance.

    Cost & rules
    • Active RGC water account required; call (956) 488-8382 at least one day before.
    • Freon must be removed by an authorized facility and the item labeled with its decal.

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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.
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Texas rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • 30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab) · Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (text of a TCEQ rule) · effective November 17, 2024
    • At landfills, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other items containing CFC refrigerant must be handled under the federal refrigerant-recovery rule (40 CFR 82.156). Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
  • TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
    • TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
    • Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Brush & Bulk Pickup Schedule (public service announcement) (opens in new tab) · Rio Grande City Public Works
    • Pickups are only for active RGC water accounts; call (956) 488-8382 a day ahead for bulky items. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Freon items (freezers, refrigerators, window AC units) need the Freon removed by an authorized facility and a decal. Checked October 26, 2026.

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