How to get rid of refrigerators and freezers in Oklahoma City, OK
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Take the doors off, call (405) 297-2833 to schedule, and set the fridge at the curb by 6 a.m. in your bulky window.
- Curbside Yes, during your monthly bulky β¦
- Prep Remove all doors (City ordinancβ¦
- Cost / limits Included in your bulky allowancβ¦
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes, during your monthly bulky waste window, but fridges and freezers with Freon need special handling and a call first.
- How to prepare
- Remove all doors (City ordinance No. 49-25), then call (405) 297-2833 to schedule pickup in your regular bulky window.
- Cost / limits
- Included in your bulky allowance (first 4 cubic yards). Larger piles are billed per cubic yard.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call OKC Customer Care at (405) 297-2833.
- Drop-off
- Not listed on the City's bulky waste page.
- Tip
- Set it out by 6 a.m. on your assigned day, no more than 3 days early, with 5 feet of clearance.
Official source: www.okc.gov
When's my pickup?
Type your street address to see your trash, recycling and large-item days.
Data: City of Oklahoma City / OCWUT (Trash, Recycle & Bulky Waste Zones), as of 2026-10-22. Official schedule page
Helpful supplies
- Appliance hand truck β Designed for moving tall, heavy appliances like fridges.
- Appliance moving straps β Keeps the door shut and the unit secured while moving it.
General tips from official sources
- Federal Clean Air Act (Section 608) rules require refrigerant to be safely removed before refrigerators and freezers are disposed of. Ask any hauler or drop-off site how they handle the refrigerant. (www.epa.gov)
- ENERGY STAR has recycling information for refrigerators, freezers and other appliances. (www.energystar.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of a refrigerator or freezer in OKC?
Take the doors off, call (405) 297-2833 to schedule, and set the fridge at the curb by 6 a.m. in your bulky window.
Is there curbside pickup for refrigerators and freezers in OKC?
Yes, during your monthly bulky waste window, but fridges and freezers with Freon need special handling and a call first.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
Included in your bulky allowance (first 4 cubic yards). Larger piles are billed per cubic yard.
Do I need an appointment in OKC?
Yes. Call OKC Customer Care at (405) 297-2833.
Where can I drop off refrigerators and freezers in OKC?
Not listed on the City's bulky waste page.
Any other tips for getting rid of refrigerators and freezers in OKC?
Set it out by 6 a.m. on your assigned day, no more than 3 days early, with 5 feet of clearance.