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About This Location

The New Britain Recycling Center at 642 Christian Lane in Berlin, CT is operated by the City of New Britain's Public Works department and gives residents an additional drop-off option beyond standard curbside collection. The facility accepts mattresses and electronics at no charge, along with scrap metal and general household waste by weight.

What this location Accepts

✓ Mattresses (no charge)
✓ Electronics (TVs, computers, DVD/VCR players, stereo systems, etc.) (no charge)
✓ Metal waste / scrap metal (no charge)
✓ General household waste (fee-based)
✓ Construction and demolition debris (fee-based)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Appliances · Mattresses

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste (contact New Britain Public Works for HHW options)
✕ Items not listed in the City's Disposal Guide

Fees

  • General household waste and construction debris — $160.00/ton ($0.08/lb); minimum $10 up to 100 lbs, $20 for 101–240 lbs
  • Mattresses — No charge
  • Electronics — No charge
  • Metal waste — No charge

Access & restrictions

City of New Britain residents; verify current residency requirements with facility · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Saturday hours vary by month; verify schedule before visiting. April–October: 2nd and 4th Saturdays only. November: every Saturday.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the New Britain Recycling Center charge to drop off a mattress?

No. Mattresses are accepted at no charge. Electronics and metal waste are also free to drop off. General household waste and construction debris are charged at $160/ton.

Is this facility open on Saturdays year-round?

No. Saturday hours apply on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays from April through October, and every Saturday in November, from 7:00 AM to 11:45 AM. There is no Saturday service in December through March.

What electronics does the New Britain Recycling Center accept?

The facility accepts a wide range of electronics including televisions, computers, DVD and VCR players, telephones, fax machines, stereo systems, and radios, all free of charge.

Can I bring construction debris here from a home renovation?

Yes, construction and demolition materials are accepted at the weight-based fee of $160.00 per ton, with a $10 minimum for loads under 100 lbs.

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Contact & Location

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642 Christian Ln, Berlin, CT 06037
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City / State
Berlin, Connecticut

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 11:45 AM (2nd and 4th Saturdays April–October; every Saturday in November)
Sunday Closed
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