Suffield, Connecticut provides trash and recycling collection services for residents through a contract with USA Hauling. This article outlines key details on trash and recycling pickup days, guidelines, fees, and other relevant information for Suffield residents.
Trash and Recycling Pickup Days
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Trash pickup is weekly on designated days depending on your street address.
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Recycling pickup is every other week on designated days.
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Pickup days follow the schedule below. View the full trash pickup calendar here.
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Holidays impact pickup days. Trash pickup is delayed by 1 day if your normal pickup falls on or after a holiday.
2023 Pickup Days
Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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Trash & Recycling | Trash Only | Holiday – No Pickup |
2023 Holidays Impacting Pickup
- July 4, 2023
- September 4, 2023
- November 23, 2023
- December 25, 2023
- January 1, 2024
- May 29, 2023
Trash and Recycling Guidelines
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Place carts curbside by 6 AM on pickup day.
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Carts must be 3 feet apart and 3 feet from mailboxes or poles.
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Black carts are for trash only.
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Blue carts are for recycling only. Do not bag recyclables.
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Extra trash left outside carts will not be collected.
Accepted Curbside Recyclables
- Plastics #1-7
- Glass bottles
- Aluminum cans
- Paper
- Cardboard
- Cartons
View full curbside recycling guidelines
Trash and Recycling Contacts
For trash or recycling questions, missed pickups, broken carts, or other issues, contact:
USA Hauling: 1-800-998-2984
Trash Fees
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Curbside trash and recycling pickup is included in resident taxes. No extra fees.
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Dump permits are not required for Suffield residents to drop trash off at the town landfill. Proof of residency is required.
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Commercial trash fees at landfill: $80/ton
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Curbside bulky item pickup: $40 fee plus additional fees per item
Recycling Programs
Suffield offers recycling for many common household items. Drop off for free at the town landfill on designated days/times:
- Batteries
- Household electronics
- Scrap metal
- Mattresses
- Paint
- Motor oil
- Antifreeze
- Light bulbs
- Clothing donations
View full list of recycling programs
Landfill Information
Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 8AM – 4PM
Address:
2715 Mountain Road
West Suffield, CT 06093
Landfill Attendant Phone: 860-977-6640
Bear-Proof Trash Carts
Residents can opt for a bear-proof trash cart for an annual fee of $144, prorated if starting mid-year. Carts remain property of the hauler. Contact USA Hauling to order.
Holiday Schedules
Trash pickup is delayed by one day in the week of these holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- July 4th
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Recycling occurs on the normal schedule.
Christmas Tree Pickup
Trees are collected curbside in January on your normal pickup day. Trees may also be dropped off at the town landfill for free mulching.
Prescription Medication Disposal
Prescription medications can be safely disposed of in the drop box at the Suffield Police Department at 911 Mountain Road.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Household hazardous waste like chemicals, oils, and batteries can be disposed of at designated hazardous waste collection days. Suffield partners with Simsbury for regional collection days in June and October.
Hazardous waste pickup details
Online Resources
Suffield Landfill Website – Landfill hours, recycling programs, fees
2023 Pickup Schedule – Full calendar of 2023 trash and recycling days
USA Hauling – Trash and recycling contractor contacts
This covers the key details on trash and recycling schedules, guidelines, and resources for Suffield, CT residents. Let the town landfill and USA Hauling know if you have any other questions!
Reference
https://www.suffieldct.gov/departments/landfill
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1654694142/suffieldctgov/dx0cit250jwte0nvhujt/FY23CalendarforTrashPickupJulytoJune.pdf