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About This Location

E.L. Harvey & Sons at 50 Arbor Way in Fitchburg, MA is a full-service recycling and waste transfer station accepting construction and demolition debris, scrap metal, cardboard, and single-stream recyclables since 1911.

What this location Accepts

✓ Municipal solid waste (MSW)
✓ Construction and demolition (C&D) material
✓ Roofing shingles
✓ Scrap metals
✓ Untreated wood
✓ Corrugated cardboard
✓ Single-stream recyclables

Related recycling guides: Appliances · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Household hazardous waste (HHW) — contact City of Fitchburg or MassDEP for HHW events
✕ Electronics / e-waste (see Tough Stuff Recycling at 145 Authority Dr, Fitchburg)
✕ Tires — contact separately for availability
✕ Mattresses — contact separately for availability

Fees

  • Tipping fees by material and weight — Fee schedule available at elharvey.com; call for current rates

Access & restrictions

Call (978) 342-2200 or visit elharvey.com for current tipping fee schedule before your visit

Programs & events

  • Construction & Demolition Recycling — Accepts mixed C&D loads, shingles, and clean wood for processing and diversion from landfill.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can homeowners drop off construction debris at E.L. Harvey in Fitchburg?

Yes — the Fitchburg facility accepts construction and demolition material from both homeowners and contractors. Tipping fees apply based on material type and weight.

Does E.L. Harvey in Fitchburg accept electronics or mattresses?

E.L. Harvey's listed materials focus on C&D, MSW, cardboard, metals, and single-stream recyclables. For mattresses and e-waste in Fitchburg, Tough Stuff Recycling at 145 Authority Dr is the dedicated option.

What are Saturday hours at the Fitchburg location?

The Fitchburg facility is open Saturday from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM only. Arrive well before 11:30 AM to allow time to unload.

How long has E.L. Harvey been operating?

E.L. Harvey & Sons was founded in 1911 — over 110 years as a family-owned Massachusetts recycling and waste management company, with facilities in both Fitchburg and Westborough.

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Contact & Location

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50 Arbor Way, Fitchburg, MA 01420
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City / State
Fitchburg, Massachusetts

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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