Appliance Recycling and Disposal

San Joaquin County provides options for residents and businesses to recycle or dispose of unwanted appliances. Many appliances contain recyclable materials, such as metal, but may also contain components that require special handling. Proper disposal helps recover valuable materials and protects human health and the environment.

Drop-Off Locations

Unwanted appliances may be brought to the following San Joaquin County solid waste facilities:

  • Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
    2323 E. Lovelace Road, Manteca, CA 95336
    (209) 982-5770
    Daily: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Map and Directions
  • North County Recycling Center and Sanitary Landfill
    17720 E. Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240
    (209) 887-3868
    Daily: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Map and Directions

Appliance Recycling for Residents

San Joaquin County Solid Waste Facilities
San Joaquin County residents may recycle up to two appliances per visit at no additional charge, subject to the following requirements:

Eligible appliances include:

  • Refrigerators and freezers
  • Air conditioners
  • Water coolers
  • Clothes washers and dryers
  • Microwaves
  • Ovens and stoves
  • Water heaters
  • Space heaters
  • Dishwashers
  • Trash compactors

Before dropping off appliances:

  • Separate appliances from all other trash in your load.
  • Report all appliances to the facility cashier at the gate.
  • Make sure all appliances are empty before delivery.

Additional charges may apply for non-empty appliances or quantities exceeding the two-appliance limit. Refer to the Landfill Brochure for additional information on fees and disposal requirements.

Other Recycling Options
City residents may have additional appliance recycling options through their city or garbage hauler. Visit their website for more information.

Appliance Disposal for Businesses

Businesses may bring appliances to the San Joaquin County solid waste facilities listed above. Fees may apply based on the number and type of appliances delivered.

Contact Lovelace or North County directly for current acceptance requirements and disposal fees.

Why Proper Appliance Disposal Matters

Major appliances, sometimes called “white goods,” can be valuable sources of recyclable materials, particularly scrap metal. However, some appliances contain components that require special handling and proper management.

These components may include:

  • Refrigerants, including Freon, CFCs, and HCFCs
  • Mercury-containing switches and temperature controls
  • Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in certain components
  • Used oil from compressors and transmissions
  • Other materials regulated as hazardous waste

Proper handling and recycling help prevent the release of potentially harmful materials and allow recoverable materials to be reused.

Solid Waste Administrative Office
1810 East Hazelton Avenue
Stockton, CA 95205
Phone: (209) 468-3066
Fax: (209) 468-3078
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Email: solidwaste@sjgov.org