Special handling required

How to Dispose of Refrigerator in Wilmington, DE

Wilmington Freon refrigerators go to the DSWA Cherry Island Landfill, 1706 East 12th Street, where refrigerant appliances are handled with certified recovery and posted fees, or on a scheduled special pickup. Never vent refrigerant yourself.

Category: AppliancesRefrigerator disposal near meWilmington Bulky pickupCity program · City of Wilmington — Trash CollectionVerified 2026-08-13
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteCherry Island appliance fee — certified refrigerant recovery
PathwayDSWA Cherry Island Landfill — 1706 E 12th St
Verified2026-08-13
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeCherry Island appliance fee — certified refrigerant recovery
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeDSWA Cherry Island Landfill — 1706 E 12th St
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-13

Common questions

HHW event for fridge?

No — appliances are not HHW.

Self-vent?

Never.

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