Recycling Centers in Montpelier, VT
Find drop-off recycling locations in Montpelier, Vermont. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Montpelier, Vermont. This directory lists 4 facilities serving the Montpelier area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Montpelier: A Local Guide
Montpelier, Vermont has four recycling and waste facilities in our directory, mostly Casella-operated drop-off and transfer sites plus a specialty antifreeze recycler. Montpelier falls within the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District, and under Vermont's statewide Universal Recycling Law, blue-bin recyclables and food scraps are banned from the trash for every household. See the full state listings on our Vermont recycling directory.
For drop-off and transfer, the Casella Waste Systems site on US-2 and the Montpelier garbage drop-off on E Montpelier Rd handle household trash and recycling, with Casella's Montpelier headquarters nearby. For automotive fluids, Terry's Anti-Freeze Recycling on Mill Rd specializes in antifreeze. Check each center's page for current hours.
Looking beyond Montpelier? Nearby Vermont towns in our directory include Williston, Burlington and Middlebury. Browse every listed city from the Vermont state hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Montpelier
What goes in the blue bin in Montpelier?
Under the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District's single-stream (blue bin) program, you can recycle aluminum and steel cans, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, hard #1 and #2 plastics, and paper. Items must meet size guidelines. Confirm the current accepted list with your hauler or the district before you set out your bin.
Does Vermont require me to recycle and compost?
Yes. Vermont's Universal Recycling Law bans recyclables (blue-bin materials) from the trash statewide, and since July 2020 it also bans food scraps from the trash. Montpelier residents must keep recyclables and food scraps separate from household garbage. Haulers and transfer stations are required to offer recycling collection.
Where do I take batteries, electronics, or paint near Montpelier?
The district operates an Additional Recyclables Collection Center (ARCC) at 540 North Main Street in nearby Barre, which accepts special items. Some items such as household batteries under 11 lbs, certain electronics like TVs and computers, fluorescent bulbs, and house paint/stain are accepted free. Hours vary, so check the district's schedule before you go.
Is there curbside pickup in Montpelier?
Curbside trash and recycling in Montpelier is handled by private haulers such as Casella rather than a single city route, with flexible cart sizes and weekly, biweekly or monthly schedules. Costs and pickup days vary by subscription, so contact a hauler directly to arrange service and confirm what is included.