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Recycling drop-off center

Worcester Residential Drop-Off Center

1065 Millbury Street, Worcester, MA 01607

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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.

Plan your visit

Operator
City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Hours
Bulk waste by appointment: Wed 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. (8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. in November), Sat 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m., about April–November
Appointments
Required
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Worcester only. Businesses: not accepted.

What it accepts

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

Mattresses

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for mattresses
Mattress, any size$15.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Box springs

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for box springs
Box spring, any size$15.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Couches

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for couches
Sofa (regular, sleeper or loveseat)$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Furniture

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for furniture
Furniture item (e.g. bureau, chair)$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Refrigerators and freezers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Refrigerator$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Washers and dryers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for washers and dryers
Washing machine$5.00 each
Dryer$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Microwaves

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for microwaves
Microwave oven$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Televisions

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for televisions
Television, any size$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Computers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for computers
Computer CPU, printer or monitor$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Other electronics

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for other electronics
Computer CPU, printer or monitor$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Batteries

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for batteries
Non-alkaline/rechargeable or auto battery$5.00 each
  • Button batteries are taken free of charge with other mercury products; non-alkaline, rechargeable and auto batteries cost $5.
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Tires

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for tires
Car or truck tire up to 22 in., with or without rim$5.00 each
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.
  • Tires over 22 inches are not accepted.

Scrap metal

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for scrap metal
Cubic yard of metal (minimum)$5.00
  • Bulk drop-off by appointment, about April–November.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Worcester: Bulk Waste Disposal (opens in new tab) · City of Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks
    • The Residential Drop-Off Center is at 1065 Millbury Street, Worcester, MA 01607 (phone 508-929-1300). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulk waste appointments are Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. (8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. in November) and Saturdays 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulk waste drop-off requires an appointment, booked online or through 311, from April to November/December, weather permitting. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Residential Drop-Off Center is typically open April through November. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mattresses (any size) cost $15 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Box springs (any size) cost $15 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Sofas (regular, sleeper or loveseat) cost $5. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Furniture such as bureaus and chairs costs $5 per item. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerators and washing machines cost $5 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Dryers and freezers cost $5 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Microwave ovens cost $5. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Televisions of any size, including consoles, cost $5. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Computer CPUs, printers and monitors cost $5 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-alkaline and small rechargeable batteries cost $5; auto batteries cost $5. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mercury-containing products, including button batteries, are accepted free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Car and truck tires up to 22 inches cost $5 with or without rims; tires over 22 inches are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scrap metal is priced by the cubic yard (minimum $5); many metal items such as bicycles and file cabinets are $5 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Worcester: Residential Drop-Off Center (opens in new tab) · City of Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks
    • The drop-off center is for Worcester residents only; proof of residency with a driver’s license or state/federal ID is required, and commercial waste is not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.

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