What services does Freon & Metal Recycling Company provide?
Freon & Metal Recycling Company provides environmentally responsible and fully compliant recycling services for appliances containing refrigerants. We recover refrigerants, manage hazardous components, and document disposal to meet federal, state, and local regulations.
- Certified refrigerant recovery
- Responsible metal recycling
- Regulatory documentation
- On-site pickup and drop-off options
How do I recycle an appliance with refrigerant safely?
Follow these three steps to recycle an appliance safely and compliantly:
- Schedule a drop-off or request pickup.
- Ensure appliance is accessible and contain all parts.
- We perform certified refrigerant recovery and process the unit for recycling.
Our team handles regulatory paperwork and provides certificates of proper disposal where required.
♻️ Free Monthly Drop-Off Event!
Bring in your unwanted electronics and appliances during the first week of every month—completely FREE.
It’s our way of giving back to the community.
đź“… Contact us to schedule your drop-off today!
4747 Central Way Fairfield, CA 94534
Questions about our location or services? Contact us or visit during the first-week drop-off event.
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| Service | Included | Typical Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerant Recovery | Certified recovery & documentation | Same day to 3 days |
| Metal Recycling | Ferrous & non-ferrous sorting | 3–7 days |
| On-site Pickup | Optional for an extra fee | Scheduled within a week |
| Drop-off Events | Free monthly drop-off | Event week |
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before bringing my appliances to Home?
Short answer: Prepare appliances by removing personal items, ensuring they are empty, and noting any refrigerant-containing units. Drop-off is typically free during our monthly event; otherwise schedule pickup.
Longer answer: Bring proof of address if required for free events, disconnect power if possible, and label units with any hazardous materials. We handle refrigerant recovery and documentation for compliant disposal.
How long does certified refrigerant recovery take?
Short answer: Certified refrigerant recovery typically takes from the same day up to three days depending on volume and scheduling.
Longer answer: Small, single-unit jobs are often processed the same day. Larger commercial or scheduled pickup requests may require 1–3 business days. We provide recovery certificates upon completion.
Are there any items you cannot accept at Home?
Short answer: We accept most household appliances and electronics but cannot accept items with unknown hazardous contamination or bulk hazardous waste—contact us for exceptions.
Longer answer: Items soaked in unknown chemicals, certain industrial wastes, or sealed pressure vessels may require specialized handlers. Contact our team to confirm acceptability before drop-off.
How do I schedule a pickup or find the next drop-off event?
Short answer: Schedule a pickup or view event dates on our Contact page or call our office. Drop-off events are held the first week of every month.
Longer answer: Use the website contact form or call to request pickup, provide address and item details, and we will confirm availability. For drop-off events, check the calendar or our announcements for exact times.