Large appliances include items like washers, dryers, and refrigerators. Options for recycling large appliances in the greater Kansas City area include:
Backhaul
Most appliance retailers will take back and recycle your old appliance when they deliver its replacement. Ask your appliance retailer what recycling options they offer.
Reuse
If your old appliance still works, there may be no need to recycle it. Options include:
Put it at your curb with a sign that says "Free, still works." Someone will likely take it within a day or two.
Use an online community to post about your item. Here are a few popular options.
Contact the nearest Habitat ReStore.
NOTE: appliances must be in good working order, well-maintained, and less than 20 years old.
Recycle
If you’re installing a new appliance yourself, or just have an old appliance you want to get rid of, your recycling options include:
- Drop-off - scrap metal dealers, used appliance dealers, landfills, transfer stations
- Pickup – bulky-item pickup (call your hauler for pricing) or junk hauling services
Warning
Appliances such as refrigerators, freezers and dehumidifiers contain a number of hazardous substances including refrigerants (gases). Only recycle these appliances with businesses that have certified refrigerant removal technicians.
Find a Recycle Spot
Where can you recycle, donate or safely dispose of large appliances in the greater Kansas City area? Search our database.