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Recycling Center in New Castle, Delaware

📍 1101 Lambson Ln, New Castle, DE 19720
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About This Location

The Delaware Solid Waste Authority's recycling center at 1101 Lambson Lane in New Castle is the state's most comprehensive free drop-off, accepting single-stream recyclables, electronics, household hazardous waste, paint, and document shredding — all at no cost to Delaware residents.

What this location Accepts

✓ Paper (newspaper, magazines, office paper, junk mail)
✓ Cardboard (flattened)
✓ Plastic bottles and containers
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Aluminum and steel cans
✓ Electronics (computers, monitors, TVs, printers, phones, DVD players, video game systems, microwaves, vacuums)
✓ Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) – every Saturday
✓ Latex paint – last Saturday of each month
✓ Styrofoam (at select locations – confirm for this site)
✓ Household batteries
✓ Used motor oil and filters
✓ Books

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Household Hazardous Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Dehumidifiers, freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners
✕ Out-of-state materials (Delaware-generated materials only)
✕ Business/commercial waste (residential materials only)

Fees

  • All services — Free for Delaware residents

Programs & events

  • Electronics recycling — Accepted Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM and Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM; free for residents
  • Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off — Every Saturday 8:30 AM–2 PM
  • Paper shredding — 1st Saturday of each month 8:30 AM–2 PM; free for residents
  • Latex paint collection — Last Saturday of each month 8:30 AM–2 PM
  • Business electronics pickup — Contact Sycamore International at 866-620-8434 (fee applies); schools/nonprofits/government free at 1-800-404-7080

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Delaware resident to use the recycling center at 1101 Lambson Lane?

Yes. The DSWA facility only accepts materials generated within Delaware. Proof of residency is not described on the website, but out-of-state materials are explicitly excluded. All services are free for qualifying Delaware residents.

Can I drop off old electronics like TVs and computers here?

Yes. Electronics including TVs, computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, phones, and more are accepted free Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM–2 PM. Dehumidifiers, freezers, refrigerators, and air conditioners are not accepted.

Does the Delaware Recycling Center accept household hazardous waste?

Yes. HHW drop-off is available every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM at no charge for Delaware residents. Free paper shredding is offered on the 1st Saturday of each month, and latex paint collection on the last Saturday of each month.

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Contact & Location

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1101 Lambson Ln, New Castle, DE 19720
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City / State
New Castle, Delaware

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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