Recycling Centers in Tiverton, RI
Find drop-off recycling locations in Tiverton, Rhode Island. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Tiverton, Rhode Island. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Tiverton area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Tiverton: A Local Guide
Tiverton, a Newport County town in eastern Rhode Island, is served by two recycling facilities with complementary but very different purposes. The town-run Tiverton Recycle Center handles the household recycling needs of residents, while East Bay Recycling operates as a commercial scrap metal buying yard open to homeowners, contractors, and businesses throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
Tiverton Recycle Center at 260 Progress Road is a resident-only drop-off operated by the Tiverton Department of Public Works, open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 7:15 AM to 3:15 PM (closed for lunch 12:00–12:45 PM). It accepts the full range of curbside recyclables, clean mattresses and box springs, scrap metals and large non-Freon appliances (stoves, washers, dishwashers, dryers), hard plastics, electronics (TVs, computers, monitors, printers, cords), books, and clothing — all free of charge. A $5 fee applies per car or pickup tire, and a $12 Freon-removal fee per appliance containing refrigerant. Trash, yard waste, and all commercial loads are not accepted. Motor oil drop-off is temporarily suspended; check tiverton.ri.gov for updates.
East Bay Recycling at 413 Bulgarmarsh Road is a commercial scrap metal yard that buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals — copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, cast iron, lead, wire, and more — as well as large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, hot water tanks, grills, metal furniture), heavy machinery parts, and junk vehicles. Unlike the town center, East Bay pays sellers on the spot at current market rates. No appointment is needed for metal drop-offs; walk in Monday–Friday 7 AM–4 PM or Saturday 7 AM–12 PM. Free junk-vehicle towing and same-day pickup are also available. Note that East Bay does not accept propane tanks, Freon-filled appliances, or items containing chemicals or oils.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Tiverton
Is the Tiverton Recycle Center open to everyone, or only town residents?
The Tiverton Recycle Center at 260 Progress Road is for Tiverton residents only. Commercial and industrial use is prohibited. East Bay Recycling on Bulgarmarsh Road is open to everyone — residents, contractors, and businesses from across RI and southeastern Massachusetts.
Where can I recycle electronics (TVs, computers) in Tiverton?
The Tiverton Recycle Center accepts TVs (no broken-screen TVs), computers, laptops, monitors, printers, and cords for free on its open days (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 7:15 AM–3:15 PM). East Bay Recycling is a scrap metal yard and does not reliably accept electronics — go to the town center for e-waste.
Can I get paid for my scrap metal in Tiverton?
Yes. East Bay Recycling at 413 Bulgarmarsh Rd purchases copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, steel, iron, lead, wire, large appliances, and auto parts at current market rates, with no appointment needed. The town Recycle Center accepts scrap metals and non-Freon appliances for free disposal, but does not pay for them.
What does it cost to drop off tires or Freon appliances at the Tiverton Recycle Center?
Tires cost $5.00 each (car and pickup truck). Appliances containing Freon — refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers — carry a $12.00 Freon-removal fee per unit. Large appliances without Freon (stoves, washers, dishwashers, dryers) are accepted free. East Bay Recycling does not accept Freon-filled appliances at all.