Special handling required

How to Dispose of Air Conditioner in San Mateo, CA

San Mateo Freon air conditioners can go on a scheduled clean-up collection or to Shoreway Environmental Center for certified refrigerant recovery. The county HHW facility does not take appliances. Never vent refrigerant yourself.

Category: AppliancesAir Conditioner disposal near meSan Mateo Bulky pickupCity program · City of San Mateo — Twice-Yearly Clean UpVerified 2026-08-13
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteClean-up collection or Shoreway appliance fee — certified recovery required
PathwayRecology clean-up / Shoreway Environmental Center
Verified2026-08-13
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeClean-up collection or Shoreway appliance fee — certified recovery required
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeRecology clean-up / Shoreway Environmental Center
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-13

Common questions

HHW for fridge?

No.

Self-vent?

Never.

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