Washer and Dryer Recycling in Alexandria, VA
Residents can self-haul washers and dryers at no cost to Reworld, 5301 Eisenhower Avenue, or City trash customers can request an appliance pickup ($20 fee may apply).
See all 3 optionsChecked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
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.
Virginia rules
- DEQ lists washers among white goods that may contain fluids or parts to be removed before recycling or disposal; check with your locality. Source: Virginia DEQ: Special Waste (HHW, e-waste, white goods) (opens in new tab)
- Virginia law defines household hazardous waste as household waste that would otherwise be hazardous, including certain batteries, solvent-based paint and paint thinners, used motor oil, and fluorescent bulbs. Source: Code of Virginia 10.1-1400: Definitions (Virginia Waste Management Act) (opens in new tab)
More Virginia rules (5)
- DEQ: many Virginia communities offer annual HHW collection events or permanent collection locations; check your county or city website. Source: Virginia DEQ: Recycling Guidance by Material (household hazardous waste) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ: if your community has no HHW program, or you cannot wait for the next event, you may put HHW in your regular trash, after drying or absorbing liquids. Source: Virginia DEQ: Recycling Guidance by Material (household hazardous waste) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ: many localities offer convenience centers or special collection days for HHW; check with your local Public Works office. Private vendors may offer free or fee-based services. Source: Virginia DEQ: Special Waste (HHW, e-waste, white goods) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ: your local government website or recycling coordinator is the best source for recycling and special collection events; for electronics or tires, contact your locality's Recycling Program Manager. Source: Virginia DEQ: Statewide Recycling Programs (opens in new tab)
- Every county, city, town or regional authority must run recycling programs meeting a minimum recycling rate of 15% or 25%, depending on density and unemployment. Source: Virginia DEQ: Virginia Recycling Mandates (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (13)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Local Solid Waste Disposal Facilities (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
- Alexandria residents can drop off small amounts of metal, non-metal items, brush and yard waste once a week (limit 500 lb) free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The drop-off is for Alexandria residents only, with government ID or utility bill; contractors are turned away. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Reworld Alexandria, 5301 Eisenhower Avenue: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 6 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- City disposal customers can schedule curbside pickup of refrigerant appliances for $20 per appliance. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
- Residents can self-haul microwaves, washing machines and clothes dryers at no cost to Reworld at 5301 Eisenhower Ave. with proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents who receive City trash collection can arrange a special appliance pickup; a $20.00 fee may apply for large appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Virginia DEQ: Special Waste (HHW, e-waste, white goods) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ lists washers among white goods that may contain fluids or parts to be removed before recycling or disposal; check with your locality. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ: many localities offer convenience centers or special collection days for HHW; check with your local Public Works office. Private vendors may offer free or fee-based services. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Code of Virginia 10.1-1400: Definitions (Virginia Waste Management Act) (opens in new tab) · Code of Virginia (Virginia General Assembly, Legislative Information System)
- Virginia law defines household hazardous waste as household waste that would otherwise be hazardous, including certain batteries, solvent-based paint and paint thinners, used motor oil, and fluorescent bulbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Virginia DEQ: Recycling Guidance by Material (household hazardous waste) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ: many Virginia communities offer annual HHW collection events or permanent collection locations; check your county or city website. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ: if your community has no HHW program, or you cannot wait for the next event, you may put HHW in your regular trash, after drying or absorbing liquids. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Virginia DEQ: Statewide Recycling Programs (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ: your local government website or recycling coordinator is the best source for recycling and special collection events; for electronics or tires, contact your locality's Recycling Program Manager. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Virginia DEQ: Virginia Recycling Mandates (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
- Every county, city, town or regional authority must run recycling programs meeting a minimum recycling rate of 15% or 25%, depending on density and unemployment. Checked October 26, 2026.
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