Recycling Centers in Braintree, MA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Braintree, Massachusetts. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Braintree, Massachusetts can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Braintree: A Local Guide
Braintree, Massachusetts has two distinct recycling facilities serving the South Shore community. McConnell Enterprises at 60 Garden Park is a 13-acre commercial scrap yard open to the public — no residency required — six days a week (Tuesday–Saturday 7 AM–4 PM, Sunday 8 AM–noon). They buy all grades of steel and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel, and pay customers based on current market rates. Roll-off containers are available for businesses with ongoing scrap needs.
The town also operates a municipal drop-off center at 257 Ivory Street, directly across from the Braintree Red Line station. This facility is for Braintree residents only (valid trash sticker or proof of residence required) and accepts a much broader range of materials than a typical scrap yard: unlimited free recycling (cans, glass, paper, cardboard), scrap metal and large appliances, textiles, books, small appliances, propane tanks, button batteries, mercury-containing products, and fire extinguishers. However, the town reduced hours to Fridays and Saturdays only (7:15 AM–2:45 PM) starting July 6, 2026, and has announced the center will close permanently on July 1, 2027.
For materials the Braintree drop-off doesn't take — such as mattresses or construction debris — neighboring Quincy, Canton, and Stoughton have their own municipal and private recycling options. Electronics recycling is not offered at either Braintree facility; the nearest dedicated e-waste centers are in Norwood or Newton. The Massachusetts recycling page has a full statewide directory.
Residents planning to use the drop-off center before its July 2027 closure should check braintreema.gov for any schedule updates, as the town has made multiple changes since 2026. The McConnell scrap yard at 60 Garden Park, by contrast, operates independently of the town and is not affected by those changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Braintree
Can anyone use McConnell Enterprises in Braintree, or is it residents only?
McConnell Enterprises is open to the general public — no Braintree residency required. Bring your scrap metal Tuesday–Saturday 7 AM–4 PM or Sunday 8 AM–noon to 60 Garden Park and you'll be paid by weight. The town's drop-off center at 257 Ivory St is the residents-only facility.
Is the Braintree municipal drop-off center still open in 2026?
Yes, but with reduced hours. The Braintree Drop-Off Center at 257 Ivory St is now open Fridays and Saturdays only, 7:15 AM–2:45 PM, as of July 6, 2026. It is scheduled to close permanently on July 1, 2027. Residents should confirm current hours at braintreema.gov before visiting.
Where can I recycle electronics in or near Braintree, MA?
Neither Braintree facility handles e-waste. For electronics recycling, check options in neighboring Quincy or Newton, or use the Massachusetts recycling page to find certified e-waste recyclers near you. MassDEP's website also lists registered electronics recyclers statewide.
Does the Braintree drop-off accept large appliances like refrigerators?
Yes. The residents-only drop-off center accepts large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers) as scrap metal at no charge. Mattresses and construction/demolition debris are not accepted. Residency verification is required at the gate.