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CSWD Drop-Off Center in Essex

218 Colchester Rd., Essex, VT 05452

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Operator
Chittenden Solid Waste District
Hours
Tue–Sat 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Appointments
Not listed
Visit fees
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee: $1.00 per visit
Who can use it
Not listed.

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What it accepts

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

Cardboard

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for cardboard
Blue-Bin Recycling without trash, up to 1 cubic yard$2.00 per visit
Each additional cubic yard$5.00
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • No fee for up to 1 cubic yard when brought with at least 18 gallons of trash.
  • Cardboard must be dry and free of stuck-on food.
  • Limit: Up to 3 cubic yards per day.

Batteries

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Scrap metal

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Items must be at least 80% metal with no hazardous material.
  • Loads over 1 cubic yard should go to a scrap metal dealer.
  • Preparation: You must lift items over a 42-inch railing yourself.

Televisions

AcceptedFree (documented)
Fees for televisions
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • Up to 1 cubic yard per visit; call 802-872-8100 for larger loads.

Computers

AcceptedFree (documented)
Fees for computers
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • Up to 1 cubic yard per visit; call 802-872-8100 for larger loads.
  • Preparation: Remove removable batteries first.

Other electronics

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for other electronics
Electronics not covered by VT E-Cycles (e.g. VCR, game console, stereo, landline phone)$2.00 each
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • Cameras, chargers/cords, GPS units, headphones and MP3 players: no fee for up to 2 per day.
  • TVs, computers, monitors and peripherals are free (see those items).
  • Preparation: Remove removable batteries first.

Tires

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for tires
Tire 19.5" or smaller$4.00 each
Tire 20" to 24"$15.00 each
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • Limit: 20 or fewer tires, none larger than 24 inches.

Refrigerators and freezers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Appliance with refrigerant$15.00 each
Handling fee$5.00 each
CSWD Drop-Off Center facility fee$1.00 per visit
  • Fees cover handling and refrigerant removal.

Couches

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Couches and recliners are accepted only at the Essex, Milton and Williston Drop-Off Centers.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • CSWD Facilities & Fees (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • A $1 facility fee applies to every visit to a CSWD Drop-Off Center (as of July 1, 2026). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD: Electronics (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • Computers, laptops, monitors, peripherals, desktop printers and televisions of all kinds are accepted for no fee under Vermont E-Cycles. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CSWD accepts electronics at its Drop-Off Centers in Essex, Hinesburg, Milton, South Burlington and Williston (not Burlington). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Customers may bring up to 1 cubic yard of electronics; larger amounts need an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Electronics not covered by Vermont E-Cycles (e.g. answering machines, VCRs/DVD players, game consoles, stereos, landline phones) cost $2.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Cameras, chargers and cords, GPS units, headphones and MP3 players are accepted for no fee up to 2 per day; extra items are $2.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Remove removable batteries from electronics and place them in the battery collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD A-Z item data: Appliances (Large) (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • CSWD's A-Z list treats refrigerators as large appliances that must not be landfilled and can be recycled. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD A-Z disposal rule data: Large Appliances (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • CSWD's A-Z data lists $15.00 each for large appliances with refrigerant. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CSWD's A-Z data also lists a $5 per-item handling fee for large appliances. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
    • Appliance fees cover CSWD handling costs and the cost of having refrigerants removed. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD Drop-Off Centers Fees & Hours (PDF) (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • Appliances, couches, recliners and other large bulky items are only accepted at the Essex, Milton and Williston Drop-Off Centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD A-Z disposal rule data: Tires (standard) (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • CSWD's A-Z data lists tire fees of $4.00 each for tires 19.5" or smaller and $15.00 each for 20" to 24". Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Standard tire drop-off is for 20 or fewer tires no larger than 24 inches. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD A-Z disposal rule data: Scrap Metal (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • Items at least 80 percent metal with no hazardous material can be dropped off as scrap metal; customers must lift items over a 42-inch railing themselves. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Customers must be able to lift scrap metal over a 42-inch railing without staff help. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Loads larger than 1 cubic yard should go to a scrap metal dealer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CSWD Drop-Off Center in Essex (opens in new tab) · Chittenden Solid Waste District
    • CSWD Drop-Off Center in Essex is at 218 Colchester Rd., 05452. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CSWD Drop-Off Center in Essex is open Tue–Sat 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m.. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CSWD questions go to the Administrative Office at 802-872-8100. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • All Drop-Off Centers accept Blue-Bin Recycling, including dry, uncoated paper and cardboard. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Blue-Bin Recycling up to 1 cubic yard is $0.00 with at least 18 gallons of trash, $2.00 without trash; each additional yard $5.00, up to 3 cubic yards daily. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Essex Drop-Off Center accepts these special materials: Appliances (Large) Batteries, books Clothing & Textiles Electronics Propane Tanks Scrap Metal Shredded Paper Tires. Checked October 26, 2026.

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