Large appliances (fridges, washers, dryers, stoves, AC units) are mostly steel and are valuable to scrap yards. Units with refrigerant (fridges, freezers, AC) must have the freon professionally recovered first.

In Missouri we list 11 appliances drop-off locations across 10 cities, with the most in St Louis, Cadet, Columbia, Fulton and Hannibal. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Appliances Drop-Off Locations in Missouri

Rimco Scrap Metal

📍St Louis · 101 Bremen Ave, St. Louis, MO 63147
📞+1 314-231-2274
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4 PM
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St Charles County Recycle Works

📍St Charles · 60 Triad South Dr, St Charles, MO 63304
📞+1 636-949-1800
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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St Charles County Recycle Center

📍Wentzville · 2110 E Pitman Ave, Wentzville, MO 63385
📞+1 636-949-1800
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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2 Rivers Industries

📍Hannibal · Inc., 659 Clinic Rd, Hannibal, MO 63401
📞+1 573-221-3211
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3 PM
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Franklin County Recycling & Salvage Llc

📍Washington · 6365 Bluff Rd, Washington, MO 63090
📞+1 636-239-1745
🕐Today: 8 AM–3:45 PM
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Mrc - Certified Electronics Recycling

📍Kansas City · 2000 E 19th St, Kansas City, MO 64127
📞+1 636-223-0150
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–5 PM
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Algiere Salvage

📍Columbia · 1545 Old US Highway 40, Columbia, MO 65202
📞+1 573-474-4000
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Scott Salvage Yard

📍Humansville · 3406 S 30th Rd, Humansville, MO 65674
📞+1 417-754-2305
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Travis Logan Salvage

📍Fulton · 8157 State Rd Nn, Fulton, MO 65251
📞+1 573-220-3206
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Lewis Salvage And Wrecking Llc

📍Cadet · 16705 State Hwy E, Cadet, MO 63630
📞+1 573-438-2541
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Wellston Scrap Metal

📍St Louis · 6540 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, St. Louis, MO 63133
📞+1 314-389-2526
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Recycling Appliances in Missouri: What to Know

🧊 Fridges, freezers & AC
Contain refrigerant that must be recovered by a certified tech — often a small fee.
🧺 Washers, dryers & stoves
Mostly steel; scrap yards and many transfer stations take them, sometimes free.

How to Prepare Appliances

  • Appliances with freon (fridge/freezer/AC) usually need certified refrigerant recovery — ask about the fee.
  • Many scrap yards take freon-free metal appliances at no charge.
  • Secure or remove doors from old fridges for safety.

Appliances Recycling FAQ — Missouri

Which Missouri cities have the most appliances drop-off locations?

The most appliances drop-offs are in St Louis (2), Cadet (1), Columbia (1), Fulton (1) and Hannibal (1). In total we list 11 locations across 10 Missouri cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle appliances in Missouri?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Missouri directory. Scrap-metal yards are often the best option for metal appliances; utilities sometimes run fridge buy-back programs. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off appliances?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put appliances in my curbside bin?

Usually no — appliances typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all appliance recycling locations by city, the full Missouri recycling directory, or appliances recycling in New Jersey, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina.