The Appliance Recycling Program enables residents to conveniently dispose of working and non-working refrigerators and freezers in a sustainable way. The year-round program is designated for Westerville residents. Visit the City's Residency page to confirm your residency status.

Program Benefits

• Hassle-free appliance removal 
• Donor receives $100 per unit from the Westerville Electric Division
• Reduced energy consumption and increased household savings
• Diversion of waste from the landfill for non-working units

Old Fridge Contest

Residents who participate in the Appliance Recycling Program throughout 2027 will be automatically entered into the Oldest Fridge Contest for a chance to win $250! The contest winner will be announced in January 2027.

In 2025, residents recycled 146 units through the Appliance Recycling Program. The oldest unit was a painted red GE refrigerator from the late 1930s. Additional old-fridge submissions included the following:

• Runner Up - 1940-50s Norge
• Third Place - Late 1950s Tappan
• Fourth Place - 1960-70s Westinghouse

Check out the 2025 winner, along with other interesting submissions:

Meet the Contractor

The City has contracted Home Appliance Solutions (HAS) to conduct unit pick-ups. HAS will not re-sell any unites collected from Westerville's Appliance Recycling program.

Get Started 

To participate, residents must complete the following form: