Recycling centers in Stratford

Bottle Return, run by RCM at 1855 Stratford Avenue, is a Connecticut redemption center built around five TOMRA bulk machines that take aluminum cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles in one mixed bag. Customers empty the bag into a machine rather than feeding containers in one at a time, and the system identifies and counts the eligible ones. Containers must be marked CTRV or CT 10 Cents to qualify, and each accepted container pays the full Connecticut deposit in cash. The limit is 4,000 containers per vehicle per day, an express line moves small returns, and no appointment is needed. The center sits one minute off the I-95 exit and is open Monday through Saturday.

Residential Waste Systems (RWS) is a family-owned business located at 770 Woodend Rd, Stratford, CT, specializing in residential trash and recycling removal in Monroe, Trumbull, and Easton, CT. They offer weekly curbside pickup for residential trash and recycling, as well as dumpster rentals for renovations, bulk clean-outs, and junk removal. Customers receive a 96-gallon garbage can at no additional cost, which is equivalent to three standard household garbage cans. RWS emphasizes a customer-first attitude and encourages residents to have their trash and recycling out the night before pickup. They also provide home heating fuel services. For inquiries or to schedule a pickup, customers can contact RWS directly.

The Southwestern CT Regional Recycling Center is a regional recycling facility located in Stratford, Connecticut. This facility processes recyclable materials from multiple municipalities in southwestern Connecticut, providing essential waste management services to the region. The center accepts paper, cardboard, plastics (#1 and #2), aluminum cans, and glass bottles. The facility was previously home to the famous Garbage Museum, which operated from 1994 until 2011 and featured educational exhibits on waste management and recycling, including the iconic Trash-o-saurus sculpture. Today, the center continues to serve as a vital resource for regional recycling efforts, helping communities reduce waste and promote environmental sustainability. The facility operates during business hours and provides efficient processing of recyclable materials with helpful and knowledgeable staff.