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How to Dispose of Refrigerator in Washington, DC

DC Freon refrigerators go on a DPW bulk appointment (fridges doors removed; drain AC fluids) or Fort Totten. Never vent refrigerant. ACs are NOT accepted at Special Waste events.

Category: AppliancesRefrigerator disposal near meWashington Bulky pickupCity program · DC DPW — Bulk CollectionsVerified 2026-08-12
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteBulk appointment / Fort Totten — Freon appliances
PathwayDC DPW bulk / Fort Totten Transfer Station
Verified2026-08-12
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Local specifics

Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeBulk appointment / Fort Totten — Freon appliances
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeDC DPW bulk / Fort Totten Transfer Station
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-12

Common questions

Events for AC?

No — Fort Totten or bulk.

Self-vent?

Never.

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