SMECO customers, Maryland · Rebate
Appliance Recycling (SMECO)
Run by SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative), EmPOWER Maryland
Free pickup of an old working refrigerator or freezer plus $50, and $25 more for a room AC, mini fridge or dehumidifier picked up at the same time. Schedule by November 13, 2026.
Amounts
How much you get
$50 per working refrigerator or freezer (10-30 cu ft); +$25 per mini fridge, room AC or dehumidifier with a large unit. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator or freezer | $50 |
| Mini fridge or dehumidifier (same pickup)Room AC | $25 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 2 of these.
Residential SMECO customer-member with a valid account; you must own the appliances.
Working units; up to 2 large and 2 small appliances per account per year.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online. Schedule by November 13, 2026; collected by December 4, 2026. 2027 depends on a pending PSC decision.
- Schedule a pickup by November 13, 2026.
- Units collected by December 4, 2026; check in 4-6 weeks.
Forms and instructionsSMECO Residential Programs
Questions about applying833-202-3659
Stacking
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Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
Before anything else
Your quote request is in If a contractor we work with serves your ZIP, they can contact you. We take one request per person; contact us to change it.
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Appliance Recycling (SMECO) pay?
$25 to $50, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Do I need to be a SMECO customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in SMECO customers, Maryland. See Do I qualify for the details.
What’s the deadline?
Apply by November 13, 2026.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
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