Published October 24, 2026

Wallingford Transfer Station: Hours, Fees & What You Can Drop Off

Hours, fees, and accepted materials at Wallingford's Resident Disposal Center

Overview

The Wallingford Resident Disposal Center at 25 Pent Road is open to all Wallingford residents for household waste disposal and recycling. The facility is operated by Enviro Express, LLC under contract with the Town of Wallingford. All residents must recycle per town ordinance.

This guide is for informational purposes only. Contact the facility directly to confirm current hours and fees before visiting.

Location & Hours

Address: 25 Pent Road, Wallingford, CT 06492

Day Hours
Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

The facility is closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Sticker / Permit Requirements

No sticker is required for general use. Residents pay per visit based on the items they drop off. Senior citizens (65+) and Medicare-eligible individuals may purchase a $5 permit that provides free disposal coupons.

What You Can Drop Off

Fee Schedule (Effective July 1, 2025)

Item Fee
Refuse container (30 gal or less, 40 lbs or less) $3.25
Light items (35 lbs or less) $4.00
Heavy items (over 35 lbs) $10.00
Bulky waste $1.30 per 20 lbs
Mattress or box spring $30.00
Freon appliance (fridge, AC, etc.) $22.00
Tires $20.00

Vehicles bringing waste other than household trash are weighed separately.

Not Accepted

  • Household hazardous waste (must go to HazWaste Central in New Haven)
  • Commercial waste

Hazardous Waste Collection

Wallingford residents can dispose of household hazardous waste at HazWaste Central, located at 90 Sargent Drive, New Haven. HazWaste Central is operated by the Regional Water Authority and accepts items like paint, chemicals, motor oil, pesticides, and other hazardous materials. Check the RWA website for current hours and accepted items.

Tips & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need a sticker to use the disposal center?

No sticker is required. You pay per item or per container at the facility. Seniors 65+ can purchase a $5 permit for free disposal coupons.

Q: Can I bring construction debris?

Bulky waste is accepted at $1.30 per 20 lbs. Vehicles bringing non-household waste are weighed separately.

Q: What if I have hazardous waste?

Household hazardous waste is not accepted at the Wallingford facility. Bring it to HazWaste Central at 90 Sargent Drive in New Haven.


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