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How to Dispose of Air Conditioner in Denver, CO

Treat AC units like other appliances in Denver: not for Large Item Pickup or trash carts. Use Appliance Collection or a licensed appliance recycler; never vent refrigerant yourself.

Category: AppliancesCity program · City and County of Denver — Large Item PickupVerified 2026-08-10
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteDenver Appliance Collection / recycler — not LIP
PathwayDenver Appliance Collection
Verified2026-08-10
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeDenver Appliance Collection / recycler — not LIP
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeDenver Appliance Collection
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-10

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