Meriden, Connecticut

Recycling centers in Meriden

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Local recycling centers

3 locations

All American Recycling is a recycling center at 569 Colony St, Meriden, CT. Contact the facility to confirm accepted materials, access rules and current hours before visiting.

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Meriden Transfer Station

226 Evansville Ave.

City transfer station on Evansville Avenue for Meriden residents only. It takes mattresses and box springs free, and hosts a free hazardous waste disposal day on Saturday, October 31, 2026 with registration.

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Listed hours: Mon 10AM-2PM; Wed 7AM-12PM; 1st and 3rd Sat 7AM-12PM

Accepts: Residential waste, Mattresses and box springs

Services: Transfer station · Mattress recycling · Hazardous waste disposal day

Can contractors use the station?

No. Contractors are not granted access.

Who helps unload?

No. DPW personnel do not assist with unloading, so bring help.

Silver City Recycling, LLC

828 Old Colony Rd Meriden CT 06451 USA

4.1/5(15 reviews)

Silver City Recycling, located at 828 Old Colony Road, Meriden, CT 06451, is a family-operated scrap metal recycling center with over 40 years of combined experience. Open six days a week, they offer competitive pricing and promise to beat any competitor's price on scrap metal. The facility caters to a diverse clientele, including walk-in customers, government agencies, municipalities, industrial clients, wholesalers, construction contractors, and auto salvage yards. They accept a variety of ferrous metals such as steel, cast iron, and light iron, as well as non-ferrous metals including aluminum, brass, copper, and precious metals. However, they do not accept closed or sealed containers, including propane bottles and gasoline fuel cans. Customers can expect a personal, face-to-face experience with knowledgeable staff and can inquire about scrap metal container needs, including bins and dumpsters.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Sun Closed

Accepts: #1 and #2 Steel, Auto Cast, Cast Iron, Certified Clean Storage Tanks, Light Iron, Motor Blocks, Plate and Structural, Scrap Machinery, Aluminum, Automotive and Industrial Batteries, Brass, Bronze, Catalytic Converters, Copper, Die Cast, Zinc and Zinc alloys, Electric Motors, Insulated Wires, Lead, Nickel Alloys, Precious Metals, Stainless Steels, Tin and Tin Bearing Scrap, Titanium, Tungsten Carbide

Services: scrap metal recycling · dumpster rental · container services

What are your hours of operation?

Silver City Recycling is open 6 days a week.

What is your contact number?

You can contact Silver City Recycling at (203) 440-4430.

Materials Accepted in Meriden

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Meriden include recycling center, transfer station, mattress, residents only, #1 and #2 Steel. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in Meriden, Connecticut

Meriden, Connecticut currently lists 3 recycling centers on RecycleFind. Popular materials include recycling center, transfer station, mattress. Pickup or container service is usually offered on request, so call ahead to confirm availability. 1 location open on Saturdays, making weekend drop-offs possible. Payment methods vary. Ask each yard about cash or electronic options before visiting. Average customer rating across published reviews is 4.1 out of 5.

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