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Recycling in New Castle, DE

The City of New Castle picks up large items such as sofas, refrigerators, TVs and mattresses for set per-item fees by special trash pick-up booked with Public Works (302-322-9801). For hazardous waste the city refers residents to the Delaware Solid Waste Authority.

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • DSWA: Fiscal Year 2027 User Fee Schedule (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • FY2027 DSWA user fees: $7.50 minimum charge per vehicle; solid waste $80.00 per ton. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: Transfer Stations (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • DSWA transfer stations take white goods (refrigerators, air conditioners, appliances; DSWA technicians remove refrigerants) and tires, limit 4 passenger tires per load. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Transfer station fees are charged by weight at the scale house. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DSWA transfer stations accept only Delaware waste; contractors may not bring C&D debris. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Transfer station recycling drop-offs take single-stream recycling including cardboard. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Transfer station recycling drop-offs take household batteries (AA, AAA, C, D and button cells). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling at DSWA drop-off centers is free for Delaware residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: Recycling Centers (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • Delaware Recycling Center, 1101 Lambson Lane, New Castle, DE 19720: Mon–Fri 8:30–3:30, Sat 8:30–2; household hazardous waste every Saturday. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Delaware Recycling Center: electronics during all open hours; latex paint the last Saturday of each month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Newark Recycling Center, 470 Corporate Blvd., Newark, DE 19702: Mon–Sat 8:30–3:30; household hazardous waste every Wednesday 10–2. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Newark Recycling Center: electronics Mon–Sat; latex paint the last Wednesday of each month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • All DSWA recycling-center services are free for Delaware residents; only Delaware material is accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling centers take computers and laptops, TVs and monitors, printers, phones, gaming systems and other electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling centers take paper and cardboard in single-stream recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling centers take oil-based paint and other household hazardous waste on designated days. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling centers accept latex paint for recycling once a month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Customers unload their own materials; staff cannot help unload. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: Electronic Goods Recycling (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • DSWA lets Delaware residents drop off electronics free six days a week at its four recycling centers and at rotating Saturday collection events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted electronic goods include printers, computers, monitors, keyboards, mice, cables and laptops. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted electronic goods include radios, televisions and video cameras. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Microwave ovens are accepted as electronic goods. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners are not accepted as electronic goods. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • DSWA runs household hazardous waste collection events around the state through the year as well as weekly at its sites. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Delaware residents can bring household hazardous waste free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Oil-based paint, stains, thinners and varnish are accepted as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Auto batteries are accepted as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: Latex Paint Collection (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • DSWA collects latex paint free from Delaware residents at a monthly collection at each of its four recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Latex paint must be in quart, gallon or 5-gallon metal or plastic containers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSWA: 2026 Collection Event Schedule (opens in new tab) · Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    • DSWA special collection events are held on select Saturdays through the year at locations around the state. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The events give Delaware residents a free way to dispose of household hazardous waste, recycle electronics and shred documents. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Collection events take radios and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Collection events take printers, personal computers, monitors and keyboards. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Collection events take microwave ovens. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of New Castle: Public Works (Special Trash Pick-Up) (opens in new tab) · City of New Castle
    • Large or bulk items such as refrigerators, dishwashers, TVs and sofas need a special trash pick-up, scheduled by calling 322-9801 or by email. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Requests must be scheduled at least one business day ahead; pick-ups happen with regular trash, typically Monday or Tuesday. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The request must be completed with payment by noon one business day before the normal trash day. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Sofa fees: up to 6 feet $35; over 6 feet or sectional $40; fold-out sleeper $40. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Chair fees: dining or accessory chair $15 each or $25 a pair; upholstered chair $30; recliner $35. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Desk fees: child size to 4 feet wide $25; over 4 feet $35. Dresser $25. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bed frame fees: twin or double $25; king or queen $35. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mattress/box spring combo fees: twin/double $25; king/queen $35. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Microwaves require a written quote. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Refrigerator fees: large $50; small dorm-sized $25. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Dryer pick-up costs $40. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Washing machine fees: top load $45; front load $50. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TV fees: console $35; analog or projection $35; flat screen 35 inches or less $25; over 35 inches $30. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires require a written quote. Checked October 26, 2026.

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