Recycling Centers in Waterville, ME
Find drop-off recycling locations in Waterville, Maine. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Waterville and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Waterville: A Local Guide
Waterville, Maine offers a compact but capable set of recycling options covering household recyclables, food scraps, electronics, and bottle redemption. The city's primary public drop-off is Waterville Recycling (I Recycle Inc.) at 46 Armory Rd, operated in partnership with the City of Waterville. It accepts sorted household recyclables and — unusually — all food scraps including meat, dairy, and bones through a composting program developed with the UMaine Mitchell Center. Hours are Monday–Friday 7 AM–3 PM and Saturday 8 AM–noon. Items must be sorted and clean before drop-off.
For electronics, give IT. get IT. at 60 Industrial St is Waterville's only certified e-waste recycler, operating under a zero-landfill policy. They accept laptops, desktops, TVs, monitors, cell phones, tablets, game consoles, printers, cables, and networking gear — all free of charge. A self-serve outdoor drop area is available seven days during daylight hours; for devices with personal data, visit during staffed weekday hours (Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM) for secure data destruction. The program is endorsed by the City of Waterville and has earned five consecutive Top-Rated Nonprofit awards from Great Nonprofits.
Casey's Redemption at 102 College Ave handles Maine Bottle Bill redemption — return deposit-marked glass, plastic, and aluminum beverage containers for 5 cents each, Monday through Saturday. For residential trash and recycling pickup, Casella Waste Systems at 3 Lafleur Rd dispatches collection trucks throughout Kennebec County; their facility is not a public drop-off, but they can be reached at (207) 873-1219 to start or manage service.
Beyond these four locations, Waterville residents can find household hazardous waste programs through the Kennebec Valley Council of Governments and neighboring communities. Augusta and Lewiston have additional recycling infrastructure, and Newport serves the northern Kennebec County area. For questions about Waterville's residential recycling programs, contact the City Public Works at 207-680-4744. Browse all Maine recycling centers for options across the state.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Waterville
Where can I recycle electronics for free in Waterville, Maine?
give IT. get IT. at 60 Industrial St accepts a wide range of electronics at no charge — laptops, desktops, TVs, monitors, phones, tablets, game consoles, printers, and more. Self-serve drop is available 7 days during daylight; for secure data destruction on computers and phones, visit during staffed hours Monday–Friday, 7 AM to 3 PM.
Can I drop off food scraps for composting in Waterville?
Yes. Waterville Recycling at 46 Armory Rd runs a free food-scrap composting program that accepts all food waste — including meat, dairy, and bones — in partnership with the UMaine Mitchell Center. Drop-off is during facility hours: Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM, Sat 8 AM–noon.
Where do I redeem bottle deposits in Waterville?
Casey's Redemption at 102 College Ave accepts Maine deposit containers (glass, plastic, and aluminum) for the standard 5-cent refund. Open Monday through Saturday; call (207) 873-1971 to confirm current hours.
Does Casella Waste in Waterville accept public drop-offs?
No. Casella at 3 Lafleur Rd is a hauling dispatch facility for scheduled residential and commercial pickup routes — not a walk-in drop-off. For public recycling drop-off, use Waterville Recycling at 46 Armory Rd. To start or manage a Casella collection account, call (207) 873-1219.