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How to get rid of appliances in Worcester, MA
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Quick answer
Book a $5 drop-off at the Residential Drop-Off Center (online or 311), or pay Casella (508-832-2349) for curbside pickup.
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- Curbside
- Only for a fee. Casella's curbside bulk pickup costs $31.85 for metal appliances (washer, stove) and $47.18 for Freon appliances (refrigerator, AC, dehumidifier). Call 508-832-2349.
- How to prepare
- For Casella pickup, have it at the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled day.
- Cost / limits
- Drop-off: $5 each for refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, microwaves, water heaters, dehumidifiers and portable ACs. Casella requires payment when you book, and fees are non-refundable without 24 hours' notice.
- Appointment
- Yes, for both. Book drop-off online or through 311; book curbside pickup with Casella at 508-832-2349.
- Drop-off
- Residential Drop-Off Center, 1065 Millbury Street, by appointment (book online or call 311 up to 48 hours ahead): Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in November, Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open about April through November/December, weather permitting; closed November 11. Pay by check or exact cash and bring current proof of residency.
- Tip
- At $5 an appliance, drop-off costs far less than curbside pickup, but the center closes for the season around December, so go soon.
Official source: www.worcesterma.gov
Helpful supplies
- Appliance hand truck — Designed for moving washers, dryers and other heavy appliances.
- Furniture sliders — Lets you slide a heavy appliance across the floor without lifting it.
General tips from official sources
- ENERGY STAR has recycling information for clothes washers and other appliances. (www.energystar.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of an old appliance in Worcester?
Book a $5 drop-off at the Residential Drop-Off Center (online or 311), or pay Casella (508-832-2349) for curbside pickup.
Is there curbside pickup for appliances in Worcester?
Only for a fee. Casella's curbside bulk pickup costs $31.85 for metal appliances (washer, stove) and $47.18 for Freon appliances (refrigerator, AC, dehumidifier). Call 508-832-2349.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
Drop-off: $5 each for refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, microwaves, water heaters, dehumidifiers and portable ACs. Casella requires payment when you book, and fees are non-refundable without 24 hours' notice.
Do I need an appointment in Worcester?
Yes, for both. Book drop-off online or through 311; book curbside pickup with Casella at 508-832-2349.
Where can I drop off appliances in Worcester?
Residential Drop-Off Center, 1065 Millbury Street, by appointment (book online or call 311 up to 48 hours ahead): Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in November, Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open about April through November/December, weather permitting; closed November 11. Pay by check or exact cash and bring current proof of residency.
Any other tips for getting rid of appliances in Worcester?
At $5 an appliance, drop-off costs far less than curbside pickup, but the center closes for the season around December, so go soon.