Appliance Recycle Near Me: Getting Rid of Old Appliances in Boise
By Eric Hinderager, owner of Top Shelf Junk Removal and Demolition · Updated
Searching appliance recycle near me in Boise? Learn your options: store haul-away, donation, scrap yards, the landfill and pickup, plus fridge and washer tips.
If you searched appliance recycle near me in Boise, you have five real options. You can use store haul-away, donate it, sell it for scrap, take it to the landfill, or have it picked up.
The right choice depends on three things. Does it still work? How heavy is it? Do you have a truck?
Appliance recycle near me: where do I recycle old appliances?
Store haul-away when you buy new
Buying a new appliance? Many stores will take the old one when they deliver.
- Home Depot: Haul-away with delivery; ask whether there's a fee
- Lowe's: Haul-away with delivery and install; ask about current terms
- Best Buy: Haul-away and recycling options when you buy a new appliance
Fees and terms change, so ask when you buy. The catch is that you have to be buying something. Delivery dates also depend on stock.
Quick tip: Swapping an old washing machine for a water saver model? Ask about haul-away before you check out, not on delivery day.
Donate it if it still works
A working appliance can go to a new home.
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore (Boise): Takes working appliances in good shape. Call to ask whether they can pick up large items.
- Idaho Youth Ranch: Some locations take appliances.
- Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist: List it for free. Landlords and people fixing up a garage often want one.
Most donation centers won't take an appliance that doesn't work.
Sell it to a scrap metal recycler
Old appliances are mostly metal. Local scrap yards take them, and some will pay you.
- Western Metals Recycling (Boise): Takes appliances
- Pacific Steel & Recycling: Treasure Valley locations; call ahead to check what each one takes
What you get depends on metal prices and how much metal is in the unit. Don't expect much for one item. You also have to haul it there yourself.
Heads up: Fridges, freezers and AC units hold refrigerant. It has to be removed before recycling, and not every scrap yard does that.
Take it to the Ada County Landfill
The Hidden Hollow landfill takes appliances, but there are fees and rules.
- Fridges, freezers and AC units have extra refrigerant rules, so check what's required before you go
- Disposal fees apply
- You haul it there yourself
Treat this as the last stop. Recycling keeps the metal in use.
Have it picked up
A **junk removal crew** handles the heavy part for you:
- Pickup from anywhere in the home, basements included
- Sorting for recycling or proper disposal
- No lifting on your part
With volume-based pricing, cost is based on how much truck space your items take up. So it can make sense to clear out several appliances in one trip. Mention stairs, tight doorways and any fridges or freezers when you ask for an estimate.
How do I recycle a refrigerator, washer or dishwasher near me?
Each type has its own quirks.
| Appliance | What to know |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator or freezer | Holds refrigerant. Many places want it removed first, or handle it for a fee. |
| Washing machine or dryer | Mostly steel. Scrap yards like them. |
| Dishwasher | Usually goes with regular metal recycling. |
| Water heater | Scrap yards take them. Very old units may have asbestos insulation. |
| Oven or range | Gas ranges need the gas line shut off and capped first. Electric ones are simple. |
Before anything leaves the house, unplug it and empty it. Drain the hoses on a washing machine so water doesn't spill on the way out. Older top-loaders and newer water saver models recycle the same way.
Good to know: Don't cut the lines on a fridge to drain it. Letting refrigerant out into the air is against federal rules.
With a gas range, only shut off and cap the line yourself if you know how. If you don't, have a plumber or gas tech do it first.
Which option fits you?
- Buying new: Store haul-away
- Working, and you're just replacing it: Donate it
- Not working, and you have a truck: Scrap yard
- Heavy, stuck in a basement, or several items: Have it picked up
Frequently asked questions
Is appliance recycling near me free?
Sometimes. Donation centers take working units for free, and some stores include haul-away. The landfill charges a fee.
Can I recycle appliances near me for cash?
Scrap yards pay for metal based on current prices and weight. A single small appliance won't bring much.
How do I recycle a TV, microwave or small appliance near me?
TVs count as electronics, and some recyclers treat microwaves the same way, so call stores and electronics recyclers ahead about rules and fees. Working microwaves, toasters and blenders can go to a thrift store.
Why do Portland or Mead results show up when I search near me?
Searches for appliance recycle near me can pull in listings from Portland, Mead and other places outside the Treasure Valley, plus names like Raca Recycling and Haul Yeah. Check each address before you call.
Related reading: Junk Removal Boise Prices: What Your Quote Actually Includes and Junk Removal in Boise: Old Lawn Mowers, Grills and Yard Tools.
Want it gone without the lifting? Top Shelf Junk Removal and Demolition picks up appliances across the Treasure Valley. Call (208) 593-2877 for a free estimate.
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