Appliance Disposal in Colorado Springs
Quick Answer: Refrigerators, freezers and A/C units cannot go in a dumpster — their refrigerant has to be professionally recovered first. Washers, dryers, stoves and dishwashers are a different case; ask us before you assume.
• Freon recovery is a federal requirement, not a company policy
• CF&I Recycling on E Las Vegas St takes metal appliances and pays for scrap
• Urban Recycling on N Cascade also accepts appliances
• Retailers often haul away the old unit when they deliver the new one
Appliance disposal splits neatly into two groups: things with refrigerant and things without. The first group is restricted everywhere in the country. The second is usually fine and is worth a quick call.
Which Appliances Can't Go in a Dumpster?
Anything containing refrigerant:
• Refrigerators and freezers
• Window and central air conditioning units
• Dehumidifiers
• Wine coolers and mini fridges
The refrigerant has to be recovered by a certified technician before the unit can be scrapped or landfilled. That is a federal requirement and no dumpster company can work around it.
What About Washers, Dryers and Stoves?
No refrigerant, so the calculus is different. Call us at 719-686-8613 before you load one — it is a thirty-second question and it avoids the item being pulled from the load later.
Worth knowing either way: metal appliances have scrap value. CF&I Recycling at 2690 E Las Vegas St takes ferrous and non-ferrous metal and pays for it. A dead dryer is worth more at the scrapyard than it is taking up space in a bin you rented.
Where Do I Take Appliances in Colorado Springs?
| Option | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CF&I Recycling | 2690 E Las Vegas St | Metal appliances, pays for scrap. Weekdays only |
| Urban Recycling | 3341 N Cascade Ave | Appliances, electronics, mattresses. Walk-in |
| Retailer haul-away | — | Many stores remove the old unit on delivery of the new one |
Call ahead on hours and on whether they handle refrigerant units. Our disposal guide covers the local facilities more broadly.
The Cheapest Move on a Kitchen Remodel
If you are replacing appliances as part of a renovation, ask the retailer about haul-away when you buy. Many will take the old unit when they deliver the new one, at no charge or a small fee — including the fridge, because they are set up for refrigerant handling.
That gets the one restricted item out of your project before the dumpster arrives, and leaves the bin for cabinets, countertops and drywall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put a refrigerator in a dumpster?
No. Refrigerant must be recovered by a certified technician first. Use an appliance recycler or retailer haul-away.
Can I put a washing machine in a dumpster?
Usually, since there is no refrigerant — but call us first. It takes thirty seconds and avoids a surprise.
Where can I scrap appliances in Colorado Springs?
CF&I Recycling at 2690 E Las Vegas St takes metal appliances and pays for scrap.
Do you take A/C units?
Not in a bin. Window units and central A/C contain refrigerant and need professional recovery.
Remodeling a kitchen or laundry?
Cabinets, counters and flooring all go in the bin. We will tell you what to route elsewhere.
Book a Dumpster or call 719-686-8613
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Brandon Dinkel — Owner, Bin There Dump That Colorado Springs
Brandon and Rene Dinkel own and operate Bin There Dump That Colorado Springs, delivering residential-friendly dumpsters across El Paso County — Colorado Springs, Monument, Black Forest, Falcon, and the surrounding communities. Every bin comes with driveway protection and a walk-in door, and every load is disposed of at approved local facilities.
Meet Brandon and Rene or call 719-686-8613.