• For in-home pickups, an adult age 18 or older must be present. 
• If the unit is outside for pickup and no one is home, there must be an authorization form completed and placed inside the unit. The unit will not be collected if there is no authorization form. 

You will receive a check for your recycled appliance(s) within 6-8 weeks of your appliance pickup.

• You must be a BGE residential electric customer with a valid account number. Your appliance(s) will be picked up, at no charge, from the address listed on your billing account.
• You must own the large refrigerator, freezer, dehumidifier, room air conditioner and/or mini refrigerator.
• The large refrigerator and/or freezer must be 10 to 30 cubic feet. Large refrigerators and freezers are eligible for a $50 reward per unit.
• Mini refrigerators must be 3 to 9 cubic feet. Mini refrigerators are eligible for a $25 reward per unit.

• The large/mini refrigerator, freezer and/or dehumidifier must be cleaned out.
• The large/mini refrigerator or freezer must be defrosted and dry, drip pan drained and water lines disconnected. We are unable to accept any appliance(s) with mold or mildew damage.
• Your appliance(s) must be in working condition. If the appliance(s) are not plugged in at the time of the pickup, they will be tested at our recycling facility. If the unit is found to not be in working condition, the appliance will not be eligible for an incentive.
• There must be a clear and safe passage for appliance removal. We cannot remove railings or move furniture.
• Appliance(s) can be collected from inside or outside the home.
• In-Home Pickup Requirements:
  • Elevator access is required for any large refrigerators or freezers located above the second floor.
  • An adult age 18 or older must be present at the time of pickup.
• Outside Pickup Requirements:
  • If the unit is located outside, ensure that the large/mini refrigerator or freezer is closed securely and cannot be opened by children.
  • If the unit is outside for pickup and no one is home, there must be an authorization form completed and placed inside the unit. The unit will not be collected if there is no signed authorization form.

Limit of three large units (refrigerators and/or freezers) and four small units (room air conditioners, dehumidifiers and/or mini refrigerators) per BGE residential household from 1/1/2024 through 12/31/2026.

No. In order to schedule a pickup to recycle old, working small appliances (mini fridges, dehumidifiers, room A/Cs), a large refrigerator/freezer must be scheduled for pickup at the same time.

You can also drop off old, working mini fridges, room air conditioners or dehumidifiers for recycling at one of our upcoming events. Check out our website for upcoming event dates and locations. 

If requested, BGE can conduct outdoor pickups and the pickup crew can wear masks upon request.