How to get rid of a refrigerator in El Paso, TX

El Paso's fee-based special pick-up accepts appliances as long as they are empty. Call (915) 212-6000 to schedule ($35 plus tax for up to 5 cubic yards) and set the fridge at the curb by 6 a.m.

Last checked against the official City of El Paso Environmental Services Department website. See sources.

Cost
$35 up to 5 cu. yd. (+tax)
Key rule
Appliances must be empty
How
Call (915) 212-6000

Option 1: City pickup (Fee-based special bulky pick-up)

Who can use it

  • City of El Paso residents. Collection Stations are for residents only, not businesses or contractors.

How to book

  1. Call Environmental Services at (915) 212-6000, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Refrigerator rules

  • Appliances are accepted but must be empty.

Setting it out

  • Place bulky items at the curb in front of your home by 6 a.m. on your scheduled day.
  • Keep them at least 5 feet from carts, mailboxes, fences, walls, water meters, parked cars, low trees and other obstructions, and off sidewalks.

Fees and limits

  • $35.00 for 5 cubic yards or less; $7.00 for each additional cubic yard. Tax is added to all charges.
  • Fees are billed to your El Paso Water Utilities account.

Option 2: Drop it off yourself

  • Citizen Collection Stations, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday:
  • Northeast, 9171 Stahala Dr, 79924; Central, 2492 Harrison Ave, 79930; Westside, 121 Atlantic Rd, 79922; Mission Valley, 1034 Pendale Rd, 79907; Eastside, 3500-3516 Confederate Dr, 79936.
  • Bring a current water bill and a valid ID with a matching address. Limit four visits per month. Single-axle trailers up to 8 feet only.
  • Stations may close or change hours for wind, rain or snow. Call (915) 212-6000 to check.

Option 3: Donate or give it away

  • Habitat for Humanity ReStores generally want household appliances that are less than 10 years old, in good working order and complete. Rules vary by store; find yours with the ReStore locator.

Donation rules are set by each charity and can change. Call before you load up.

What we could not confirm

  • The City's page does not state a refrigerant (Freon) or door-removal rule for refrigerators. Ask when you call.
  • The City's station page mentions a pass you can request. We could not confirm whether it is required for every visit.

Common questions

Will El Paso pick up a refrigerator?
Yes, through fee-based special pick-up, if it is empty.

Sources

Last checked Oct 21, 2026. We read each page below on that date.

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