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How to get rid of an old appliance in Hamilton County

City of Chattanooga residents can take appliances to any of the three refuse collection centers. The county’s recycling centers don’t take appliances, and Hamilton County doesn’t post where people outside the city can take them.

One of three places in Hamilton County that take appliances. The rest are listed below.

Airport Road Refuse Collection Center

City of Chattanooga residents only. Bulky items, not household garbage.

Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday to Friday10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Hours are in Eastern time.

4276 Airport Road

Get directionsCall the center: 423-643-6311

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 10, 2026.

Source: City of Chattanooga: Refuse collection centers

Rules for appliances

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
City of Chattanooga residents only. Bulky items, not household garbage.

Other places that take appliances

Appliances in other counties

Sources: City of Chattanooga: Refuse collection centers; Hamilton County: Electronics recycling

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