Recycling Centers in Castleton, VT
Find drop-off recycling locations in Castleton, Vermont. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Castleton 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 Castleton: A Local Guide
Castleton, in Rutland County, Vermont, is served by two complementary recycling facilities on opposite ends of the spectrum: a commercial scrap metal yard open to anyone who wants to sell metal for cash, and a town-operated transfer station for Castleton and Hubbardton residents to manage all household waste streams.
Earth Waste & Metal at 457 VT-4A is a drive-up scrap metal recycling yard that has operated in Vermont since 1989. It purchases both ferrous metals — steel, iron, and structural steel — and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, lead, and all types of wire. The yard also accepts junk vehicles through its auto-salvage division. It pays sellers over the scale at market prices, with no drop-off fee. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to noon; it is closed Monday and Sunday. Open to individuals, contractors, businesses, and municipalities alike. Call (802) 468-2323.
The Castleton Transfer Station at 393 Staso Rd is a municipally operated facility restricted to residents of Castleton and Hubbardton — a valid annual vehicle permit affixed to your vehicle is required for entry. Operating under Vermont's Universal Recycling Law, it accepts household trash (bag stickers required), mandatory recyclables (plastics #1–8, cardboard, newspapers, glass, metal cans), food scraps, scrap metal, electronics, tires, appliances, bulky items, and construction debris. Hours follow a seasonal schedule: summer (May 1–Sep 30) Tuesday & Thursday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.–2 p.m.; winter (Oct 1–Apr 30) Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Annual HHW collection events are also held on-site.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Castleton
Can anyone bring scrap metal to Earth Waste & Metal in Castleton, or is it residents only?
Earth Waste & Metal is open to the public — individuals, contractors, businesses, and municipalities are all welcome. No permit or residency is required. The yard pays cash for accepted scrap metals at current market prices.
Does Earth Waste & Metal accept junk cars at the Castleton yard?
Yes. The company operates an auto-salvage division and accepts cars, trucks, equipment, and trailers of any size. Call (802) 468-2323 to make arrangements.
Who can use the Castleton Transfer Station, and what permit is needed?
Only residents of Castleton and Hubbardton may use the Transfer Station. A valid annual vehicle permit ($40 for the first vehicle, $20 for a second, $10 for a third) must be physically affixed to your vehicle. A $5 temporary day pass is also available.
Does the Castleton Transfer Station accept electronics and food scraps?
Yes on both counts. Electronics (e-waste) are listed as accepted by the Rutland County Solid Waste District. Food scraps must be separated from trash under Vermont's Universal Recycling Law — disposal of food scraps in the landfill has been banned in Vermont since July 1, 2020.