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How to dispose of a coffee maker

To dispose of a coffee maker, empty the water, grounds and pod container, then cool and unplug it. Check your household recycling rules first: Staples lists coffee brewers under 40 pounds, while NYC accepts mostly metal and plastic coffee makers with recycling. Confirm the exact item and location before traveling, and check separate rules for a glass carafe instead of assuming it belongs in a glass bottle bin.

Answer sources: Staples current store recycling list; Staples electronics recycling eligibility; NYC DSNY appliance recycling

Prepare the coffee maker

Empty all water, grounds and pods. Let the machine cool completely and unplug it before taking it to a recycler or setting it out for pickup.

Sources: Staples current store recycling list; Staples electronics recycling eligibility.

Choose the right local route

Coffee-maker rules depend on the household and local program. Staples excludes kitchen electronics other than coffee brewers, so do not treat its coffee-brewer rule as approval for every appliance. Check the exact model, weight and store location before you go.

Sources: Staples current store recycling list; Staples electronics recycling eligibility.

When Dropcurb fits

If the coffee maker is part of a larger clear-out, select the accepted countertop-appliance item in Dropcurb and have it outside and accessible before pickup. For a single small coffee maker, an eligible local recycling drop-off may be more practical.

Sources: Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.

Common questions

where to recycle coffee maker near me

Start with your local household recycling program and confirm its rules for coffee makers and glass carafes. Staples lists coffee brewers under 40 pounds, but confirm the item and store location before traveling. In NYC, mostly metal and plastic coffee makers go with recycling.

Current Dropcurb prices

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ItemPickup of oneEach additional
Countertop appliance$59$10

For accepted items outside and accessible. Your pickup uses the highest first-item price, plus the additional-item price for each remaining item. Loading, transportation and disposal are included. Prices are before applicable sales tax; see your total before payment.

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