Washer and Dryer Recycling in Newport News, VA
Washers and dryers are white goods: schedule a city pickup at 757-933-2311, or donate working units to the Habitat ReStore.
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 (14)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- What Can I Donate? (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
- Goodwill accepts furniture in good condition, small appliances and small electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
- What Can't I Donate? (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
- Goodwill does not accept large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers), mattresses and box springs, or paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk Waste Program (opens in new tab) · City of Newport News Public Works - Solid Waste
- White goods such as refrigerators, washers and dryers must be scheduled by calling 757-933-2311; collection is typically Wednesdays, limited to the first 28 callers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- White goods collection typically occurs every Wednesday, limited to the first 28 callers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Waste must be generated by the resident and a current Solid Waste User Fee must be assessed on the property; set out after 3 p.m. the day before, by 7 a.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Newport News Habitat for Humanity ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg
- Acceptable donations include furniture, appliances, exercise equipment in full working condition and electronics; free pickup can be scheduled. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Schedule a Free ReStore Donation Pickup (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg
- Appliances must work; includes washers, dryers, refrigerators and microwaves. 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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