Everything Southington residents need to know about trash collection, recycling, and disposal
Overview
Southington does not operate a municipal curbside trash or recycling program. Residents must arrange private trash removal with one of three town-licensed residential haulers. The town operates a seasonal Bulky Waste Transfer Station and provides annual curbside leaf collection.
Curbside Trash Collection
The Town of Southington does not offer municipal curbside trash pickup. Residents must choose from three town-licensed private haulers:
- All Waste — 800-443-3867
- CWPM / HQ Dumpsters & Recycling — 860-422-5678
- Waste Material Trucking — 860-747-6816
Trash is collected weekly. Contact your chosen hauler directly for pricing, pickup days, and service details. Place toters at the curb the night before your scheduled collection.
Curbside Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week (bi-weekly) through your private hauler.
- Containers: Blue recycling toter labeled "Recyclables Only" provided by your hauler
- Type: Single-stream recycling — all recyclables go in one container
- Accepted: Cans, bottles, plastics, paper, cardboard, and other standard recyclables
- Place items loose in the toter — no plastic bags
Bulk & Large Item Pickup
Bulk item pickup must be arranged directly with your private hauler. Alternatively, residents can bring bulky items to the Bulky Waste Transfer Station.
Transfer Station / Drop-Off
Southington Bulky Waste Transfer Station
- Address: 617 Old Turnpike Road (entrance between 611 and 635), Plantsville section of Southington
- Hours (Saturdays only):
- April–May: Every Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- June–October: Every Saturday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- November–March: Every other Saturday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Annual Permit Required (Free)
- Permits are free for Southington residents but registration is mandatory
- Permits must be renewed annually (new passes required each April; prior-year passes expire March 31)
- Where to obtain: Revenue/Tax Collector's Office, Town Hall, 75 Main Street (Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Thursdays until 7:00 PM)
- Bring: CT driver's license AND vehicle registration
- One-day passes available for existing permit holders
Fees
- Freon appliances (refrigerators, AC units, etc.): $25/item
- Mattress or box spring (individual): $35/item
- Mattress + box spring set: $50/set
- Standard tires: $15/item
- Oversize tires: Call for pricing
Accepted at the Transfer Station
- Bulky waste, furniture, electronics
- Freon appliances (with fee), mattresses (with fee), tires (with fee)
- Brush, stumps, logs, leaves, grass clippings
For questions about rules and accepted items, contact Highway/Parks at (860) 276-9430.
Yard Waste / Leaf Collection
The Town of Southington provides seasonal curbside leaf collection through the Highway/Parks Department.
- Season: Typically begins early November
- Collection by zone: Check the annual Leaf Zone map on the town website
- ONLY leaves accepted for curbside pickup
- NOT accepted at curb: Grass clippings, ornamental grass, dead flowers/plants/shrubs, sticks, brush, rocks
- Brush and other yard waste can be brought to the Bulky Waste Transfer Station
For leaf collection issues: highway_admins@southington.org
Holiday Schedule
Since private haulers manage collection, holiday policies vary by hauler:
- All Waste: Service pushed by one day if pickup day falls on or after the holiday
- CWPM: Pickup may be one day later if it falls on or after a holiday
- Waste Material Trucking: Contact directly for their holiday policy
Common holidays affecting pickup: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
Household Hazardous Waste
Southington participates in regional Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events, typically held April through November. Check the CT DEEP HHW Collection Schedule for dates.
Tips & Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What day is my trash picked up?
Southington does not provide municipal trash collection. Your pickup day depends on your private hauler. Contact your hauler directly for your schedule.
Q: What happens if I miss my pickup day?
Contact your private hauler to arrange a makeup pickup, or bring items to the Bulky Waste Transfer Station on Saturdays during operating hours.
Q: How do I get a new trash cart / recycling bin?
Trash carts and recycling bins are provided by your private hauler. Contact them for replacements.
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