Large appliances (fridges, washers, dryers, stoves, AC units) are mostly steel and are valuable to scrap yards. Units with refrigerant (fridges, freezers, AC) must have the freon professionally recovered first.

In Connecticut we list 8 appliances drop-off locations across 8 cities, with the most in Bridgeport, New Britain, South Windsor, Stamford and Wallingford. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Appliances Drop-Off Locations in Connecticut

Windsor/Bloomfield Landfill

📍Windsor · 500 Huckleberry Rd, Windsor, CT 06095
📞+1 860-285-1833
🕐Today: Closed
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Feigenbaum & Nair Scrap Metal Processing

📍New Britain · Llc, 605 South St, New Britain, CT 06051
📞+1 860-223-5046
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–2 PM
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Vulcan Scrap Metal Llc

📍Stamford · 60 Taff Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
📞+1 203-357-1720
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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G & S Scrap Metal

📍South Windsor · 444 Nutmeg Rd N, South Windsor, CT 06074
📞+1 860-528-7033
🕐Today: 6:30 AM–4 PM
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Continental Scrap Metal Llc

📍Wolcott · 1275 Wolcott Rd, Wolcott, CT 06716
📞+1 203-879-4673
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Central Scrap Metal Co Inc

📍Waterbury · 670 Captain Neville Dr, Waterbury, CT 06705
📞+1 203-597-6567
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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H&C Scrap Metals

📍Bridgeport · 121 Knowlton St, Bridgeport, CT 06608
📞+1 203-330-8882
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Wallingford Recycling Center

📍Wallingford · 25 Pent Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Appliances in Connecticut: What to Know

🧊 Fridges, freezers & AC
Contain refrigerant that must be recovered by a certified tech — often a small fee.
🧺 Washers, dryers & stoves
Mostly steel; scrap yards and many transfer stations take them, sometimes free.

How to Prepare Appliances

  • Appliances with freon (fridge/freezer/AC) usually need certified refrigerant recovery — ask about the fee.
  • Many scrap yards take freon-free metal appliances at no charge.
  • Secure or remove doors from old fridges for safety.

Appliances Recycling FAQ — Connecticut

Which Connecticut cities have the most appliances drop-off locations?

The most appliances drop-offs are in Bridgeport (1), New Britain (1), South Windsor (1), Stamford (1) and Wallingford (1). In total we list 8 locations across 8 Connecticut cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle appliances in Connecticut?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Connecticut directory. Scrap-metal yards are often the best option for metal appliances; utilities sometimes run fridge buy-back programs. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off appliances?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put appliances in my curbside bin?

Usually no — appliances typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all appliance recycling locations by city, the full Connecticut recycling directory, or appliances recycling in New Jersey, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina.