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Transfer station

Hartford Recycling and Waste Management Center (Transfer Station)

2590 North Hartland Road, Hartford, VT 05001

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Plan your visit

Operator
Town of Hartford
Hours
Tue–Sat 8 a.m.–3:45 p.m. (scale closes 3:30 p.m.); closed Sun, Mon and town holidays
Appointments
Not listed
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Hartford only. Businesses: For Hartford (incl. Quechee, White River Junction, Wilder, West Hartford) households and residents of the 10 Greater Upper Valley SWMD member towns (Bridgewater, Hartland, Norwich, Pomfret, Sharon, Strafford, Thetford, Vershire, West Fairlee, Woodstock). A permit ($30/yr) or day pass ($10) is required, except for electronics and paint drop-off. Businesses need a commercial account.

Official website (opens in new tab)Directions (Google Maps) (opens in new tab)Fee schedule, effective July 1, 2026 (opens in new tab)

What it accepts

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

Televisions

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • No permit or day pass needed for electronics.

Computers

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • No permit or day pass needed for electronics.

Other electronics

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for other electronics
Non-covered small electronics (VCR, DVD, radio, stereo), up to 50 lbs$10.00 each

Microwaves

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for microwaves
Microwave (non-covered small electronics, up to 50 lbs)$10.00 each

Couches

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for couches
Couch, $5 per 40 lbsFee applies; amount not recorded

Mattresses

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for mattresses
Mattress, $5 per 40 lbsFee applies; amount not recorded

Furniture

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for furniture
Bulky waste, $250 per tonFee applies; amount not recorded
  • Call ahead if unsure an item will be accepted.

Refrigerators and freezers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for refrigerators and freezers
Freon-containing unit$20.00 each

Tires

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for tires
Tire under 17 in., no rim$14.25 each
Tire 17–21 in., no rim$23.75 each
Tire under 17 in., with rim$23.75 each
Tire 17–21 in., with rim$28.75 each

Batteries

AcceptedFree (documented)
Fees for batteries
Vehicle or equipment battery ($5–$15 by size)Fee applies; amount not recorded
  • Battery recycling requires a permit or day pass.

Paint

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • No permit or day pass needed for paint drop-off; no aerosols or unlabeled/leaking containers.
  • Limit: 20-gallon limit per visit; containers up to 5 gallons.

Cardboard

AcceptedFree (documented)

Scrap metal

AcceptedFree (documented)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Hartford: Recycling and Waste Management Center Hours of Operation (opens in new tab) · Town of Hartford
    • The Recycling and Waste Management Center is at 2590 North Hartland Road, White River Jct., VT 05001. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Open Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-3:45 p.m.; scale closes 3:30 p.m.; closed Sundays, Mondays and town holidays. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hartford: Passes, Permits and Fees (opens in new tab) · Town of Hartford · effective July 1, 2026
    • The center phone number is 802-295-2673. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Only Hartford-area families and GUVSWMD member-town residents may use the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • A valid permit or day pass is required; the annual resident sticker is $30 and a day pass $10. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-covered electronics (VCRs, DVD players, microwaves, radios, stereos) are $10.00 each, up to 50 lbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Couches and mattresses are $5 per 40 lbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulky waste such as furniture is $250 per ton. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Freon-containing units such as refrigerators and freezers are $20.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires under 17 in. without rim are $14.25; 17-21 in. without rim $23.75. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires under 17 in. with rim are $23.75; 17-21 in. with rim $28.75. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Vehicle or equipment batteries are $5.00-$15.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hartford: Battery, Lightbulb, Paint, and Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Town of Hartford
    • Electronics disposal and paint drop-off do not require a day pass or permit; battery recycling does. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Under Vermont E-Cycles, the center accepts computers, tablets, monitors, printers, peripherals and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Battery recycling with Call2Recycle is free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted batteries include single-use, button cell, hearing aid, rechargeables up to 11 lbs and cell phones. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lets residents drop off accepted paint free of charge at participating transfer stations. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The center accepts latex and oil-based paint, stains and varnish (20-gallon limit per visit). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hartford: A - Z Guide to Recycling (opens in new tab) · Town of Hartford
    • Microwave ovens are accepted at the Hartford Waste Management Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hartford: Recycling Guidelines & Drop-Off Details (opens in new tab) · Town of Hartford
    • Recycling is free at the facility for mixed paper, cardboard, glass, cans, scrap metal and plastics. Checked October 26, 2026.

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