Chelmsford Dump Hours

Chelmsford Dump Hours: A Comprehensive Guide for Waste Disposal

Are you a resident of Chelmsford looking for information on dump hours and waste disposal? Look no further! This comprehensive guide provides all the essential details you need to know about Chelmsford’s waste management services.

Chelmsford Recycling Centre

The Chelmsford Recycling Centre is located at Drovers Way, North Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 5PH. It accepts a wide range of recyclable materials, including:

• Paper and cardboard
• Plastic bottles and containers
• Glass bottles and jars
• Metal cans and foil
• Batteries
• Electronic waste

Opening Hours:

• 16 October to end of February: 9am to 4pm every day
• 1 March to 15 October: 9am to 5pm every day
• Closed: Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve closed from 1pm. Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

Bookings:

You will need to book a slot to visit the recycling centre. You can book your slot here for cars or here for vans, pick-ups, or large trailers.

Chelmsford Solid Waste Disposal

Trash Collection:

Each household in Chelmsford may put out up to two 32-gallon barrels or bags of trash and one bulk item per month (except on holiday weeks). Trash must be at the curb by 6:30 am. The hauler will not return for late set outs.

Bulk Items:

Bulk items, such as furniture and mattresses, should not be placed in the trash barrels. Instead, you can dispose of them at the Chelmsford Recycling Centre or schedule a special collection by calling E.L Harvey & Sons at 1-800-321-3002.

Multifamily Properties:

Multifamily properties with curbside service are entitled to put out up to two barrels of trash per household per week. Some multifamily properties may have large metal trash bins or toters. The size and collection frequency of these bins have been set to provide 64 gallons of trash disposal capacity per household per week.

Other Waste Disposal Options

Appliances and Electronic Waste:

Appliances and electronic waste can be disposed of at the Chelmsford Recycling Centre or through the town’s appliance and electronic waste recycling program.

Construction and Demolition Waste:

Construction and demolition waste can be disposed of at the Chelmsford Recycling Centre or through a private waste disposal company.

Household Hazardous Waste:

Household hazardous waste, such as paint, batteries, and pesticides, cannot be disposed of in the trash. You can dispose of household hazardous waste at the Essex County Household Hazardous Waste Facility.

Conclusion

By following these guidelines, you can properly dispose of your waste and help keep Chelmsford clean and environmentally friendly. For more information on waste disposal services in Chelmsford, please visit the town’s website.