Appliances recycling
How to Recycle Washing Machines
Metal‑rich appliance easily recycled for steel and motors.
Recyclable$10–$30 as scrap if metal‑heavy; much higher if workingUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
Yes, washers are recyclable steel and not curbside material. Use a retailer haul-away when a new one is delivered, a municipal bulky-item pickup, or a scrap-metal yard; many scrap yards take large appliances and pay for the metal.
- Recyclable
- Yes
- Typical value
- $10–$30 as scrap if metal‑heavy; much higher if working
- Donate / take-back
- Available
How to Prepare
- 1Disconnect water lines
- 2Drain residual water
- 3
