Recycling Centers in Waltham, MA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Waltham, Massachusetts. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Waltham, Massachusetts. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Waltham area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Waltham: A Local Guide
Waltham, Massachusetts is home to two specialized recycling centers that together cover two of the most common recycling needs — electronics and bottle-deposit redemption. Surplus Technology Solutions at 155 Berkley Street is an IT asset disposition (ITAD) and electronics recycler serving both businesses and residents. The facility accepts computers, laptops, servers, monitors, phones, tablets, networking gear, cables, batteries, and most other electronics — but drop-off is by appointment only. Call (617) 835-3208 to schedule. Business pickups across Massachusetts are typically free; residential fees vary by item and should be confirmed before your visit.
Waltham Bottle & Can Return at 131 Linden Street, Suite 8 is the city's dedicated Massachusetts bottle-deposit redemption center. Under the state's Bottle Bill, eligible aluminum cans and glass bottles carry a 5-cent deposit that can be redeemed here for cash. The center is open Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM–4 PM, requires no residency proof, and pays cash on the spot. Bring containers sorted and counted for faster service — the center is run by the City of Waltham's Recycling Department.
For materials neither Waltham center handles — such as scrap metal, paper, plastic film, or household hazardous waste — residents can check the City of Waltham's curbside program or look at neighboring Newton, Weston, or Needham for additional drop-off options. Lexington and Framingham also have recycling resources for the broader Metrowest region. The Massachusetts recycling page lists certified recyclers statewide for harder-to-place materials.
Waltham's two centers are complementary: if you have old office equipment to unload and bottles to redeem, both are within a short drive of each other. STS handles the secure, certified destruction of data-bearing devices — a growing need for both businesses downsizing their IT and residents retiring old phones or hard drives — while the bottle redemption center gives back cash for everyday beverage containers that otherwise end up landfilled.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Waltham
Can I walk into Surplus Technology Solutions in Waltham without an appointment?
No. Surplus Technology Solutions requires an appointment before any drop-off — residential or commercial. Call (617) 835-3208 during business hours (Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM, Sat 9 AM–2 PM) to book. Same-week scheduling is typically available.
What is the Massachusetts bottle deposit, and where do I redeem it in Waltham?
The Massachusetts Bottle Bill provides a 5-cent deposit on eligible beverage containers. Redeem them at Waltham Bottle & Can Return, 131 Linden Street, Suite 8. They pay cash on the spot for aluminum cans and glass bottles. Hours are Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM and Sat 8 AM–4 PM. No Waltham residency needed.
Is electronics recycling free for residents at Surplus Technology Solutions?
Business pickups across Massachusetts are typically free through Surplus Technology Solutions. Residential customers may face item-based fees that aren't published online — call (617) 835-3208 for a quote before bringing items. Certified data destruction for hard drives and SSDs is also available.
Where can I recycle scrap metal or large appliances in Waltham?
Waltham's two recycling centers specialize in electronics and bottle redemption, not scrap metal. For metals and large appliances, check nearby Newton or Framingham, or use the Massachusetts recycling directory to find a scrap yard within a few miles of Waltham.