How to get rid of a refrigerator in Jacksonville, FL

Schedule appliance collection by calling (904) 630-CITY (2489) or through MyJax, then put the fridge within 5 feet of the curb with the doors secured or removed. Major appliances are collected separately from household garbage.

Last checked against the official City of Jacksonville Solid Waste Division website. See sources.

Cost
No fee listed
How
Schedule via (904) 630-CITY (2489) or MyJax
Key rule
Secure or remove doors

Option 1: City pickup (Scheduled appliance collection)

Who can use it

  • For City of Jacksonville residential solid waste customers.

How to book

  1. Schedule by calling (904) 630-CITY (2489) or through the City's MyJax online portal.

Refrigerator rules

  • Refrigerators and freezers are collected curbside after you schedule.
  • Secure or remove any doors before placing the appliance at the curb, for the safety of children, crews and animals.
  • Place it within 5 feet of the curb.

Setting it out

  • Secure or remove any doors.
  • Place it within 5 feet of the curb.

Fees and limits

  • The City's appliance page does not list a fee.

Option 2: Drop it off yourself

We did not find an official public drop-off site for this item. Ask a private hauler, or check the city's page listed under Sources.

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 says bulk collection varies by item type and service area. We could not confirm the exact bulk schedule for every area; check your Collection Schedule.

Common questions

How do I get rid of a fridge in Jacksonville?
Schedule a curbside appliance collection through (904) 630-CITY (2489) or MyJax.
Why can't it go with regular trash?
The City says major appliances are prohibited by law in landfills, so they are collected separately.

Sources

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

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