Or perhaps your microwave stopped working, and you couldn’t successfullyrepair it.
There are other ways to toss a microwave.
Keep reading to learn how to dispose of a microwave safely, whether it still works or not.
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If you’re getting rid of your microwave, you don’t need to send it to the landfill.
If the repair is simple, it may even be worth the repair or fix it yourself.
Tip
A used microwave in good condition may sell for $5 to $25.
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You might even be able to schedule a free pickup with a local charity organization.
Consider donating the microwave to a local appliance repair shop.
Some will gladly take the microwave off your hands for parts.
Take Your Microwave to an Electronic Waste Recycling Center
If you might,recycleyour microwave.
Taking your old microwave to an e-waste recycling center is an eco-friendly method.
However, not every local recycling program has an e-waste recycling program.
Send your microwave to them and they will recycle it for you for a small fee.
Every scrap yard is different so call first to see if they accept small appliances.
Participating in these groups is an easy and impactful way to be moresustainable at home.
ping the microwave manufacturer and inquire about whether they have a take-back program.
Some reuse parts to manufacture new ones.
It never hurts to ask.
UN report: Time to Seize Opportunity, Tackle Challenge of e-Waste.
United Nations Environment Program.
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Basic Information About Electronics Stewardship.United States Environmental Protection Agency.
