Norwalk, Connecticut

Recycling centers in Norwalk

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LaJoie's Auto Wrecking Co., Inc.

40 Meadow St Norwalk CT 06854 USA

4.6/5(41 reviews)

LaJoie's Auto Wrecking has served Fairfield County since 1933, and the family still owns it. Its scrap yard on Meadow Street in Norwalk runs an on-site shredder that fully processes vehicles and scrap metal. The yard buys copper, brass, aluminum, insulated wire, lead, zinc, stainless steel, catalytic converters, steel, cast iron, and machinery such as forklifts and excavators, along with sedans, SUVs, trucks, and commercial vehicles in any condition. Contractors and businesses schedule container swap-outs, removals, and deliveries. The yard refuses enclosed containers, Freon-containing appliances, televisions and monitors, live ammunition, and metal with asbestos or radioactive material. Danbury and New Milford yards under the same name handle used auto parts and junk vehicles, but full scrap metal service is only in Norwalk. LaJoie's belongs to the Recycled Materials Association.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM · Sat 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Sun CLOSED

Accepts: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Insulated wire, Lead, Zinc, Stainless steel, Catalytic converters, Steel, Cast iron, Machinery, Cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles

Services: On-site shredder · Container service with swap-outs and removals · Junk vehicle purchasing · Used auto parts at Danbury and New Milford

Does LaJoie's Auto Wrecking buy junk cars?

Yes. The company buys used vehicles in any condition, including sedans, SUVs, trucks, and commercial vehicles.

Does LaJoie's Auto Wrecking take refrigerators and air conditioners?

No. Freon-containing items such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers are on its refused list.

SAMR Inc - CT

301 Merritt 7 Norwalk CT 06851 USA

5/5(1 reviews)

EACR Inc. is a trusted electronics recycling company located at 1950 Rutgers University Blvd, Lakewood, NJ, serving businesses, schools, hospitals, municipalities, and government agencies across the U.S. With over 25 years of experience, EACR offers a range of services including electronics recycling, secure data destruction, and data center decommissioning. They accept a variety of items for recycling, such as computers, monitors, phones, printers, servers, batteries, and appliances, while adhering to a strict zero-landfill policy to ensure responsible disposal. EACR provides secure transport and complies with environmental regulations, making it a reliable partner for electronics disposal. Customers can schedule pickups by requesting a quote through their website, and on-site data destruction services are also available for sensitive materials.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

WIN Waste Innovations - Norwalk

18 Meadow St Norwalk CT 06854 USA

5/5(1 reviews)

WIN Waste Norwalk is a transfer station for construction and demolition waste (C&D) and municipal solid waste (MSW). The site specializes in recycling C&D debris and responsibly transferring waste for disposal. It efficiently recovers recyclables such as wood, asphalt, brick, and metal for reuse.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. · Sat 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. · Sun Closed

Accepts: Clean wood, Asphalt, Brick, Concrete, Metals, Oversized MSW, Comingled glass, Plastic containers, Metal containers, Mixed paper, Cardboard, Scrap tires

Services: C&D waste recycling · MSW management · Oversized waste handling · Recyclable materials recovery · Final waste disposal services

What are the accepted hours for the facility?

Monday to Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Sunday: Closed.

What materials are prohibited at the facility?

Hazardous materials, asbestos, liquids, wood with lead paint, and medical waste are among the prohibited materials.

Materials Accepted in Norwalk

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Norwalk include Scrap Metal, Junk Cars, Auto Salvage, Copper, Brass. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in Norwalk, Connecticut

The City of Norwalk collects garbage and single-stream recycling at the curb for homes with four or fewer dwelling units. Everything else goes to the Norwalk Transfer Station & Recycling Center at 61 Crescent Street, which takes electronics, tires, motor oil, and bulky items. Yard waste goes to the Yard Waste Site at 15 S. Smith Street, and both sites require a Residential Disposal Pass.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Norwalk CT have curbside trash and recycling pickup?

Yes. The city collects garbage and single-stream recycling at residential properties with four or fewer dwelling units on public roads that are connected or able to connect to city sewer. Find your garbage day on the city's Garbage Collection Map. Set carts 3 feet from mailboxes, cars, and trees, facing the street. Materials left outside the cart are not collected.

What are the Norwalk CT transfer station hours?

The Norwalk Transfer Station & Recycling Center, 61 Crescent Street, is open Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 3:00 pm and Saturday 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. It is closed Sunday, and holidays change the hours. Call the Customer Service Center at 203-854-3200.

Do I need a pass to use the Norwalk CT transfer station?

Yes. Every resident vehicle needs a Residential Disposal Pass for the Transfer Station and the Yard Waste Site. Pickup trucks, SUVs, cargo vans, and vehicles towing trailers also need a Residential Disposal Permit. Resident cars drop household trash free, and resident trucks get the first ton free. The site takes credit and debit cards only.

Where do I take yard waste in Norwalk CT?

Take yard waste to the Yard Waste Site at 15 S. Smith Street, loose or bagged. Brown leaf bags stay on site, and you take every other container home empty. Weekday hours are 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Saturday hours are 8:00 am to 12:00 pm outside the winter season, when Saturdays close. Leaf blowers are not allowed on site.

Where do I take old electronics, motor oil, and tires in Norwalk CT?

Bring them to the Transfer Station & Recycling Center at 61 Crescent Street. Electronics include TVs, monitors, printers, copiers, keyboards, and cell phones. Residents drop up to 5 gallons of motor oil and up to 3 oil filters per day. Tires carry a fee.

What does the Norwalk CT transfer station not accept?

Construction and demolition debris, sheetrock, asphalt shingles, countertops, ceramic sinks and toilets, asbestos, ammunition, hazardous materials, prescription drugs, and wet paint are refused. Freon appliances such as refrigerators, AC units, and dehumidifiers are accepted for a fee. Empty the salt from water softeners first.

Recycling tips for Norwalk

  • •Keep cans, bottles, and food boxes out of the garbage cart. Recycling in the garbage violates the city's solid waste ordinance.
  • •Bring trucks and vans empty with half a tank of gas, plus a copy of your current pass, when you get the Residential Disposal Permit.
  • •Dry latex paint until solid before you drop it at the Transfer Station.
  • •Cut wood to 4 feet or shorter before the trip to Crescent Street.

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