B I Recycling Management
Recycling Center in New Shoreham, Rhode Island
About This Location
Block Island Recycling Management (BIRM) is the transfer station and recycling center serving New Shoreham on Block Island, located at 14 West Beach Road off Corn Neck Road. Standard recyclables — plastic containers, metal cans, glass, paper, cardboard and cartons — are taken at no charge, while bulky and special items such as appliances, tires, batteries and construction debris carry per-item fees. Mattresses, box springs, clothing and Christmas trees are accepted free of charge.
What Block Island Recycling Management (BIRM) Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing
What they do not accept
Household hazardous waste is handled through Rhode Island Resource Recovery's program for RI residents, not dropped at BIRM.
Fees
- Appliances (large / white goods) — $10 each
- Appliances with Freon — $50 each
- Auto batteries — $3 each
- Car tires — $10
- Truck tires — $20
- Heavy equipment tires — $100
- Construction, demolition and bulky waste — $0.17/lb or $340/ton
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Community recycling and transfer station used by Block Island residents and contractors; standard recyclables are free, special items are priced per unit.
Programs & events
- Free mattress and box spring recycling
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Block Island Recycling Management charge to drop off recyclables?
No. Standard recyclables — plastic containers, metal cans and foil, glass bottles and jars, paper, cardboard and cartons — are accepted at no charge. Fees apply only to bulky and special items like appliances, tires and construction debris.
How much does it cost to drop off an appliance or a refrigerator with Freon?
Large appliances (white goods) are $10 each, and appliances containing Freon, such as refrigerators and air conditioners, are $50 each.
What are the fees for tires and construction debris?
Car tires are $10, truck tires $20, and heavy-equipment tires $100 each. Construction, demolition and bulky waste is priced at $0.17 per pound or $340 per ton.
When is BIRM open?
Listed hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 7 AM to 1:30 PM, and closed Monday, Thursday and Friday. Island facilities can shift between summer and winter schedules, so confirm before a trip.
Where can I take household hazardous waste on Block Island?
BIRM handles everyday recyclables and bulky items; household hazardous waste is managed through Rhode Island Resource Recovery's program for RI residents rather than being dropped at the transfer station.
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