## Recycling Kitchen Appliances in Brookline
Brookline residents have several options for recycling kitchen appliances. The town’s Department of Public Works offers a curbside pickup program for residents living within a specific geographic area. Residents can also bring their appliances to the town’s Recycling Center, located at 2350 Harrodsburg Road.
### Curbside Pickup Program
The curbside pickup program is available to residents living in the following areas:
* North of I-64
* East of Bardstown Road
* South of the Watterson Expressway
* West of Hurstbourne Parkway
To recycle an appliance through the curbside pickup program, residents must first call the Department of Public Works at (502) 429-9300 to schedule a pickup. Residents must then place the appliance at the curb on the scheduled pickup day.
### Recycling Center
The Recycling Center is located at 2350 Harrodsburg Road and is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Residents can bring their appliances to the Recycling Center during these hours.
The following appliances are accepted for recycling at the Recycling Center:
* Refrigerators
* Freezers
* Ovens
* Stoves
* Dishwashers
* Microwaves
* Washing machines
* Dryers
### Other Options
In addition to the curbside pickup program and the Recycling Center, residents can also recycle kitchen appliances through the following programs:
* **Appliance Recycling Program:** The Appliance Recycling Program is a state-wide program that allows residents to recycle appliances at participating retailers. Residents can find a list of participating retailers on the Kentucky Division of Waste Management website.
* **Habitat for Humanity ReStore:** Habitat for Humanity Restore is a non-profit organization that accepts donations of used appliances. Residents can donate their appliances to Habitat for Humanity ReStore by calling (502) 456-4100.
### Tips for Recycling Kitchen Appliances
When recycling kitchen appliances, residents should keep the following tips in mind:
* Remove all food and debris from the appliance before recycling it.
* Unplug the appliance and cut the power cord.
* Drain any water from the appliance.
* If the appliance contains any hazardous materials, such as refrigerants, contact the manufacturer for instructions on how to dispose of the appliance safely.
By following these tips, residents can help to ensure that their kitchen appliances are recycled properly and do not end up in landfills.
## Additional Information
For more information on recycling kitchen appliances in Brookline, residents can contact the Department of Public Works at (502) 429-9300 or visit the town’s website at www.brookline.ky.gov.