How to Dispose of Refrigerator in Madison, WI
Madison accepts Freon refrigerators (>50 lb) on Large Item Work Order. Fee is $35 if you are a private-recycling customer; free if City collects recycling (RRSC on water bill). Remove doors. Never vent refrigerant yourself. Dorm-style fridges under 50 lb are $15 under the same RRSC rule.
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| Curbside pickup | Yes / organics stream |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | $35 Freon appliance fee if private recycling; free if City RRSC recycling custom |
| Hazardous rating | High |
| Nearest facility type | Madison Large Item Work Order — Freon appliance |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-11 |
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Freon fee?
$35 private-recycling; free with City RRSC recycling.
Doors?
Remove refrigerator/freezer doors before set-out.
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