Braintree Town Dump Hours: Drop-Off Center Services

Are you a Braintree resident looking for information on the town dump hours and services? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential details you need to know about the Braintree Recycling Center, including its hours of operation, acceptable materials, and fees.

Drop-Off Center Services

The Braintree Recycling Center, located at 257 Ivory Street, offers convenient drop-off services for various household items, including trash, recyclables, and specific banned materials.

Trash

• Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 7:15 AM to 2:45 PM (Closed on Wednesdays, Sundays, holidays, and severe weather)
• Fees: Up to three (3) 65-gallon bags of trash are accepted at no charge.
• Requirements: A current Braintree Trash Sticker must be affixed to the front windshield, driver’s side, of your vehicle. Hand-held Trash Stickers are not accepted.

Recyclables

• Hours: Same as Trash Drop-Off Hours
• Acceptable Materials:
  • Food and beverage cans
  • Plastic bottles, jars, jugs, and tubs
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Household batteries (A, B, C, D, 9 Volt series)
  • Mixed paper, magazines, newspapers, and flattened cardboard boxes
  • Metal items, rigid plastics, textiles, and books (without hardback covers)

Banned Materials

Certain materials are prohibited from being disposed of at the Recycling Center. These include:

• Construction and Demolition (C&D) materials (e.g., windows, doors, flooring, roof materials, fencing, pallets, toilets)
• Mattresses (Curbside collection only. Call Capitol Waste Services at 617-569-1718 to schedule a collection.)
• Any household material not bagged (Additional One-Load Permit Fee applies)

Additional Information

• One-Load Permit Fee: $30 per 300 lbs for any household material not bagged or exceeding the three-bag limit.
• C&D Materials: Up to three (3) bundles of tied wood, 3-4 ft in length, are accepted.
• Inspections: All bags and containers are subject to inspection.

Conclusion

The Braintree Recycling Center provides convenient drop-off services for residents to dispose of trash, recyclables, and certain banned materials. By following the guidelines outlined in this article, you can ensure that your waste is disposed of properly and responsibly.

For more information and updates, please visit the official Braintree Recycling and Trash website: https://braintreema.gov/recycling