Special handling required

How to Dispose of Air Conditioner in Portland, ME

Portland Freon air conditioners go to Riverside Recycling, 910 Riverside Street, where refrigerant appliances are handled with certified recovery and posted fees. Never vent refrigerant yourself.

Category: AppliancesAir Conditioner disposal near mePortland Bulky pickupCity program · City of Portland — Bulky Waste Collection PermitVerified 2026-08-13
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteFreon appliance fee — certified refrigerant recovery required
PathwayRiverside Recycling — appliance area
Verified2026-08-13
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeFreon appliance fee — certified refrigerant recovery required
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeRiverside Recycling — appliance area
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-13

Common questions

Bulky permit for fridge?

Confirm — refrigerant units are handled at Riverside.

Self-vent?

Never.

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