Free E-Waste & Appliance Home Pickup
- ✓E-cycling Governance offers free home collection for large home electronics across Korea without district sticker fees.
Follow these steps
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Eligible Items: Large appliances (1+ item like fridge, washer, TV, microwave) / Small appliances (5+ bundled items like fans, vacuums).
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Access the official portal (15881590.or.kr) or call the national hotline at 1588-1590.
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Enter your address, pickup date preference, and item details to complete reservation.
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Disconnect water, gas, and power lines before the technician arrives on pickup day.
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Single Small Appliances (1-4 items): Drop off for free in small e-waste bins at community centers or apartments.
Frequently asked question
Can I request free home pickup for just 1 microwave or 1 vacuum?
Small appliances require 5+ items for home pickup; 1-4 items should be dropped in community center e-waste bins.
Do pickup technicians uninstall wall-mounted air conditioners or TVs?
No. Wall-mounted or built-in appliances must be uninstalled by the owner prior to technician arrival.
Can I request free home pickup for just one single small appliance like an electric fan or rice cooker?
No. The national free e-waste collection service (1588-1590) requires a minimum bundle of 5 or more small appliances to dispatch a free pickup truck. For 1 to 4 small electronics, drop them off at designated free e-waste collection bins located at neighborhood community service centers or apartment recycling depots.