Recycling center in Branford, CT

Branford Recycling Center & Transfer Station

Name: Branford Recycling Center & Transfer Station
Address: 747 E Main St Branford CT 06405 USA, Branford, CT, 6405, US
Telephone: (203) 483-8641
Rating: 4.8

747 E Main St Branford CT 06405 USA

4.8 (24 reviews)

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About this center

The Branford Recycling Center & Transfer Station is a municipal waste management and recycling facility serving Branford, Connecticut residents at 747 East Main Street. This town-operated facility provides essential recycling and disposal services for New Haven County residents, offering convenient drop-off options for household recyclables, bulk items, electronics, appliances, construction debris, and yard waste. The Transfer Station accepts a range of materials including all standard recyclables (corrugated cardboard, paper products, white office paper, glass bottles, metal food cans, rigid plastics), electronics and e-waste (computers, TVs, printers, monitors), household appliances (both with and without Freon - doors must be removed from Freon-containing units), books and textiles for donation/recycling, chippable yard waste (branches up to 8 feet in length, 1-ton limit), construction and demolition debris (up to 1-ton limit per visit), fluorescent light bulbs and CFLs, used motor oil (up to 5 gallons), automotive tires (limit of 4 passenger tires per visit), and household garbage. The facility features designated areas for each material type, ensuring proper sorting and processing. Branford Transfer Station serves as an important resource for residents undertaking home improvement projects, spring cleaning, or regular recycling needs. Important restrictions: The facility does NOT accept asbestos-containing materials, car batteries (take to auto parts stores), construction debris over 1 ton, grass clippings (compost at home), latex or oil-based paints, pesticides and chemicals, plastic film and bags, propane tanks, or large tree sections/stumps. Operating Monday through Friday 7:15 AM to 1:30 PM and Saturday 7:15 AM to 2:30 PM, the facility provides accessible hours for working residents. Office staff are available weekdays 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM for questions and assistance. Branford residents should contact the Solid Waste Recycling Coordinator at (203) 483-8641 for detailed information about accepted materials, fees, and special programs. Located on East Main Street (Route 1), the facility is easily accessible from I-95 and serves Branford, East Haven, North Branford, and surrounding shoreline communities.

Materials accepted & services

Additional materials details

Accepts: Corrugated cardboard, paper, white office paper, glass bottles, metal cans, rigid plastics, electronics, appliances (Freon units - doors removed), books, textiles, yard waste (up to 8ft, 1-ton max), construction debris (1-ton max), fluorescent bulbs, motor oil (5 gal max), tires (4 max). Does NOT accept: asbestos, car batteries, grass clippings, paint, pesticides, plastic film/bags, propane tanks, large tree sections.

Pricing information

Fees may apply for certain materials including construction debris, appliances with Freon, tires, and bulk waste. Branford residents only - proof of residency required. Contact facility at (203) 483-8641 for current fee schedule.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Krishna Katwal

3 years ago

Google review

Good place and employees are 5 star they help us and experience. They never rude. I am visiting this place every week and I always see their happy face.

keith Lapointe

4 years ago

Google review

The staff that are on site are very helpful and friendly although their boss has an attitude problem and tries to belittle people who go there

Kathleen Banks

5 years ago

Google review

Attendants are very helpful. Station is organized into separate area for disposal areas

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