Appliance Recycling Program

For a nominal fee, the City of Mesa provides residents with a convenient collection service for unwanted appliances such as refrigerators, dishwashers, washers/dryers, hot water heaters, and stoves.

You Can't Just Throw It Away!

Many appliances we use every day contain chemicals that are harmful to the ozone layer -- Earth's natural protection against the ultraviolet radiation from the sun.  Refrigerators, freezers, window and car air conditioners are some examples of appliances that contain refrigerants commonly known as "freon".

The danger of freon being released into the atmosphere prompted Congress to amend federal laws that prohibit the release of ozone-depleting refrigerants into the atmosphere.  Since July 1, 1992, it has been a requirement that freon be removed from appliances before they are disposed of.  These restrictions have changed the way the Solid Waste Management Department collects freon-containing appliances.

Currently, solid waste staff collects the appliances and places them onto a flat bed truck.  When the truck is full, the appliances are taken to our vendor where a certified technician recovers (removes) the freon.  The refrigerant is then purified and sold for use again.  The scrap metal from these appliances is also recycled and reused for other products.

You Can Do More For The Environment!

The City also accepts other large metal appliances that do not contain freon - like water heaters, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers, and evaporative coolers.  These appliances are collected and recycled along with freon-containing appliances.

Scheduling Service Is Easy!

Please contact the Solid Waste Management Department at (480) 644-2688 for pricing information and/or to schedule a pickup as well as to receive preparation requirements (i.e.- removal of refrigerator and freezer doors).

Appliances may also be brought to our Household Hazardous Waste Collection events, free of charge.  Limit of 2 appliances per event please.