Farmington Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Farmington, Maine
About This Location
The Farmington Bulky Waste and Recycling Facility, located at 179 Dump Road off Route 2 in Farmington, Maine, is a publicly operated drop-off center maintained by the Farmington Public Works Department. Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, it accepts a wide range of recyclables—including paper, cardboard, glass, plastics (#2 HDPE), aluminum, steel cans, batteries, waste oil, antifreeze, tires, and white goods—at no charge for standard recyclables and metals, with modest fees for bulky items. Recycling is mandatory in Farmington, and the facility's efforts have helped the town divert approximately 50% of its waste. The site also features a Swap Shop where Farmington residents and non-resident property owners can drop off gently used goods for others to take free of charge. Household trash is not accepted at this facility.
What Farmington Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic
What they do not accept
The facility does not accept household trash. The Swap Shop does not accept clothing, upholstered furniture, TVs, mattresses, or refrigerators. Demolition debris is capped at 3 cubic yards per visit.
Fees
- Recyclables — No charge
- Metals — No charge
- White Goods (washer, dryer, refrigerator — no Freon) — $7.00 each
- Mattresses — $5.00 each
- Carpets (approx. 9'x12') — $5.00 each
- Toilets / Flushes — $4.00 each
- Tires — Car up to 15" — $3.00 each
- Tires — Truck up to 19" — $4.00 each
- Tires — Truck 1000/20 & Up — $10.00 each
- Tires — Farm Tractor — $50.00 each
- Tires — Skidder or Loader Type — $100.00 each
- Tires — Car Tire with Wheel — $5.00 each
- Furniture — Overstuffed Chairs, etc. — $5.00 each
- Furniture — Couches — $8.00 each
- Furniture — Small items (stereo, vacuum, etc.) — $3.00 each
- Demolition Debris — $17.00 per cubic yard (max 3 CY per visit)
- Fluorescent Light Bulbs — 4 ft. — $1.00 each
- Fluorescent Light Bulbs — 8 ft. — $2.00 each
- TVs / Computer Monitors — $5.00–$10.00 each (Universal Waste)
- Trash bags via Archie's/J&J Disposal (drop-off trash service at facility) — 13-gal $2.00; 13–30 gal $3.00; 30–45 gal $4.00; add $1.00 for excessively heavy bags (rates effective Oct. 4, 2022)
Access & restrictions
Public drop-off facility open to all. Fluorescent bulbs and mercury-containing products accepted from residences only. The Swap Shop is open to Farmington residents and non-resident property owners. · Walk-in (no appointment) · Recycling is mandatory in Farmington. Demolition debris is capped at 3 cubic yards per visit. Household trash is not accepted at the facility itself, but Archie's Inc./J&J Disposal offers a paid trash drop-off service on-site.
Programs & events
- Swap Shop — Open to Farmington residents and non-resident property owners. Drop off gently used housewares, sporting goods, small appliances, and toys in good condition. Clothing, upholstered furniture, TVs, mattresses, and refrigerators are not accepted.
- Leaf & Yard Waste Composting — Farmington operates a composting program for leaf and yard waste to reduce disposal costs and increase the recycling rate.
- Regional Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection — AVCOG schedules one-day regional HHW collection events. Check the town website for scheduled dates.
- Universal Waste / Producer-Funded Electronics Recycling — Maine law requires producer-funded recycling of computer monitors, TVs, batteries, mercury thermostats, and cell phones. These items are accepted at the facility.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recycling mandatory in Farmington?
Yes. The Town of Farmington mandates recycling for all residents. The facility diversion efforts have helped Farmington recycle approximately 50% of its waste.
Can residents drop off tires, and what does it cost?
Yes, tires are accepted. Fees vary by size: car tires up to 15" are $3.00 each, truck tires up to 19" are $4.00 each, larger truck tires are $10.00 each, farm tractor tires are $50.00 each, and skidder/loader tires are $100.00 each. A car tire with wheel is $5.00 each.
Does the facility accept household trash?
No. The Town of Farmington does not accept household trash at the Recycling Facility. However, Archie's Inc./J&J Disposal operates a paid trash drop-off service on-site using Town-approved bags (rates start at $2.00 for a 13-gallon bag, effective October 2022).
What is the Swap Shop, and who can use it?
The Swap Shop is a free reuse area at the facility where Farmington residents and non-resident property owners can drop off usable items—such as housewares, sporting goods, small appliances, and toys in good condition—for others to take. Clothing, upholstered furniture, TVs, mattresses, and refrigerators are not accepted at the Swap Shop.
Are fluorescent bulbs accepted, and is there a fee?
Yes, but for residential drop-offs only. Four-foot fluorescent bulbs cost $1.00 each and eight-foot bulbs cost $2.00 each. Note that as of January 1, 2026, Maine has banned the sale of mercury-containing fluorescent bulbs, so quantities available for recycling will diminish over time.
Last verified: November 2026. Sources: source · source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
Other Recycling Centers in Farmington
Recycling Centers Near Farmington
-
Wilton RecyclingWilton, ME · 6.0 mi›
-
Rackliff's Redemption & Steve's GarageIndustry Rd Starks, ME · 8.7 mi›
-
North Jay Redemption CenterJay, ME · 9.7 mi›
-
Four Winds Too Redemption CenterLivermore Falls, ME · 12 mi›
-
Wm - Crossroads LandfillNorridgewock, ME · 13 mi›
-
Wm - NorridgewockNorridgewock, ME · 13 mi›