Special handling required

How to Dispose of Refrigerator in South Bend, IN

South Bend Freon refrigerators are handled as appliances through a 311 request or a scrap metal recycler with certified refrigerant recovery. The St. Joseph County HHW facility does not take refrigerators. Never vent refrigerant yourself.

Category: AppliancesRefrigerator disposal near meSouth Bend Bulky pickupCity program · City of South Bend 311 — Bulky Item PickupVerified 2026-08-13
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteFreon appliances scheduled separately — not accepted at county HHW
PathwaySouth Bend 311 appliance pickup / scrap metal recycler
Verified2026-08-13
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeFreon appliances scheduled separately — not accepted at county HHW
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeSouth Bend 311 appliance pickup / scrap metal recycler
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-13

Common questions

HHW for fridge?

No — county HHW does not take refrigerators.

Self-vent?

Never.

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