Curbside Recycling

Getting Started

Refer to the Annual Recycling & Solid Waste Guide to prepare items for curbside recycling. Then check out this article by Jeff Rossen for some excellent recycling tips: Are you a “wish-cycler”?

Pick up a recycling bin or sticker from the Department of Public Works (DPW). Each household is entitled to 2 FREE bins, which are available at the DPW, 9 Alpha Rd. Please contact the Sustainability Manager before traveling to the office to make sure someone can help you with bins. Call 978-250-5203 or email chaley@chelmsfordma.gov

If you recycle more than 2 bins will hold (good for you!), consider picking up a recycling sticker(s). Apply the sticker to your own 64 gallon trash-type barrel.

Chelmsford’s recycling is sorted at the Waste Management MRF in Billerica, MA. Watch a similar sorting facility in action.

Guidelines for preparing your items for recycling:

No limit to the number of recycling bins/barrels for curbside pickup
Each container should weigh no more than 50 lbs
All recyclables can be placed in the same containers (although you can separate recyclables if you like)
Large pieces of corrugated cardboard should be flattened and cut to 3’ x 3’
Set recycling containers at least three feet from your trash
Do not block sidewalks or access to mailbox