How to get rid of a refrigerator in Boston, MA
Massachusetts law bans throwing Freon items in the trash, so Boston needs a special collection appointment for refrigerators. Remove all doors and all food, or the fridge won't be collected. Schedule online, by 311 or at 617-635-4500.
- Cost
- No fee listed
- How
- Special collection appointment
- Key rules
- Remove ALL doors and food
Option 1: City pickup (Special item collection appointment)
Who can use it
- Mattress pickup is only for buildings with six units or fewer. Larger buildings should check with the property manager.
- Items must be in a publicly accessible space. The City cannot collect from private property.
How to book
- Schedule online, call 311, or call 617-635-4500.
- Cancel before 12 p.m. the day before.
Refrigerator rules
- Remove ALL fridge and freezer doors, including on mini fridges. Doors go next to your trash bin for regular trash collection.
- Remove ALL food. Fridges with food inside or doors attached will not be collected.
- Special item collection is limited to 10 items per calendar year, and 5 items per appointment. Over the limit, use a private hauler.
Setting it out
- Put it curbside by 6 a.m. on your appointment day or after 5 p.m. the night before, in a publicly accessible space.
Fees and limits
- The City's page does not list a fee.
- Limit: 10 special items per calendar year, 5 per appointment.