Special handling required

How to Dispose of Air Conditioner in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville Freon air conditioners are not eligible curbside unless professionally drained and tagged. Bring to Solid Waste Facility at 1033 Elm Street — staff can drain coolant (tipping fee applies). Never vent yourself.

Category: AppliancesAir Conditioner disposal near meKnoxville Bulky pickupCity program · Knoxville Waste & Resources — Bulky WasteVerified 2026-08-12
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteNot curbside unless drained/tagged — facility drains (fee)
PathwayKnoxville Solid Waste Facility / tagged curbside
Verified2026-08-12
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeNot curbside unless drained/tagged — facility drains (fee)
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeKnoxville Solid Waste Facility / tagged curbside
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-12

Common questions

Curbside with Freon?

Only if drained/tagged.

Self-vent?

Never.

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