Delaware Recycling Center

Category: Recycling center in New Castle, Delaware

Address: 1101 Lambson Ln, New Castle, DE 19720, USA

Phone: +18004047080

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30AM–3:30PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–3:30PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–3:30PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–3:30PM

Friday: 8:30AM–3:30PM

Saturday: 8:30AM–2PM

Reviews

Kenneth Amponsah

Aug 18, 2022

Great place. Less than 20 minutes to pick up the load. Keep up the good work

Robert Nellis

Jun 15, 2022

Offers residential recycling drop-off for the usual (glass, plastic, paper, cardboard, aluminum and steel cans) as well as some specialty items like expanded polystyrene styrofoam (EPS), batteries (alkaline and rechargeable), car oil and oil filters, TVs, and household electronics. See photos for requirements.

Robert A. Kerr

Mar 4, 2022

A good place to take the recyclables that are not accepted for curbside recycle pickup. Such as TVs, computers, batteries, motor oil, & styrofoam.

Jason Klimek

Feb 10, 2022

You can bring just about any household and hazardous waste here on weekend events. During normal hours and days a great place to recycle styrofoam, free, among other recyclable items including plastics, glass, paper and cardboard. Also electronics of all kinds. Used motor oil too.

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Questions & Answers

do you take heating oil

Melanie Williams | Oct 12, 2018
A Google User | Oct 11, 2021

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I have quite a few obsolete TVs. Are we still allowed to bring them to the facility on Lambson Lane? Computers, printers also.

A Google User | Oct 12, 2018
Debbie | Oct 12, 2018

Yes you can drop them off all the time (Whenever the center is open)

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I have a few florescent lights. Do they take them at the Lambson Lane site ?

Gerald Carroll | Oct 12, 2018
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 11, 2020

Yes. Sat hazardous waste days

Do you take used motor oil during the week? I also have a couple of gallons of old gasoline that has gone bad. Will you take it?

John Cate | Oct 12, 2018
Matt Schaffner | Oct 12, 2019

Motor oil can be disposed of at the Delaware Recycling Center during normal business hours (5am-5pm Mon-Fri, 5am-2pm Sat). Other hazardous liquids such as gasoline can be disposed of during our weekly hazardous waste collections (Wednesday 10am-2pm, 1st Saturday of each month 8:30am-2pm)

Are computer hard drives destroyed properly in the process, or should I somehow have that taken care of before bringing my computer in?

Melva Smith | Oct 12, 2018
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 11, 2020

ECovanta of Philadelphia takes the electronics. You should erase your hard drive before recycling.

I have old wood fencing 6 ft panels. Can I bring them here

Susan Sutton | Oct 12, 2019
Joseph Stallings | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

Is it free to dispose of TVs amd air conditioners? If not, what's the cost?

Alisa Loretto | Oct 12, 2019
BlueNeonLites | Oct 12, 2019

Yes, it is free for TVs. The recycling center does not take air condioners, refrigerators, freezers, or dehumidifiers.

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do you recycle VHS tapes?

GIC Delaware | Oct 12, 2018
Delaware Recycling Center | Oct 12, 2018

VHS are not accepted.

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How do i go about doing an application for employment

Joseph Stallings | Oct 12, 2019
daddy's LILGIRL (RUS) | Oct 12, 2019

You I'll send you the link Joe

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I have some gasoline I want to dispose of properly do they except gas?

Annie Berry | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

Yes. "Waste gasoline/kerosene" is among the items listed in the Automotive category in the downloadable Collection Event Schedule on their web site.

I have tires from my SUV that I no longer own. Do you take old tires?

Jaycee Ryderz | Oct 4, 2022
lynnette barrett | Oct 4, 2022

I don't recall ever seeing tires but there Are recycling places all over right in that area

Where can I drop off unusable gas weed trimmers that have been drained and spark plugs removed in New Castle County.

Richard Magner | Sep 11, 2022
Michael Ashby | Sep 11, 2022

Call Delaware solid waste Authority. They can direct you.

Need to recycle about 300 pallets, office furniture and carboard???

Jen Smith-Birdsong | Jun 13, 2022
Shakey Jake | Jun 13, 2022

Pallets go in wood pile cardboard would go over to recycle side and furniture would go over to recovery side I think you might need an account though

can i recycle an electric wheelchair?

Mary Drysdale | May 14, 2022
Mike P | May 14, 2022

The batteries, yes.

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How do I dispose unused home fire extinguishers?

john morgan | May 14, 2022
John Wright | May 14, 2022

The fire department will have the correct answer for you

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Do you take empty dvd cases?

K Ibrahim | Apr 14, 2022
Shakey Jake | Apr 14, 2022

Yup. They are plastic, so can be recycled

Do they except yard waste

Alan Stadtlander | Mar 15, 2022
Justin James | Mar 15, 2022

cherry Island dump accepts yard waste

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Can I bring scrap paper to recycle?

Angel of darkness | Jan 14, 2022
Die Ro | Jan 14, 2022

Yes, they recycle scrap paper

I have a coffee table w glass top - can I dispose at this facility ? What r charges please

Ayan Agrawal | Nov 15, 2021
Mike P | Nov 15, 2021

No, I would recommend dropping it off at a Goodwill site. If they can't use it it will end up there in a bulk load.

Can I bring my personal papers without a charge

Diane Cornwell | Nov 15, 2021
Preston Parker | Nov 15, 2021

I would say Probably not

Do you take old carpet? I have several scraps I’m looking to recycle.

John W | Oct 11, 2021
Die Ro | Oct 11, 2021

Yes they do!

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Is the gate open all day?

Micah H | Oct 11, 2021
Die Ro | Oct 11, 2021

No, it opens at 5am, closes at 5pm I believe

Do they a Crept motor oil and a tifreeze

Jeff Bowser | Oct 11, 2021
Mary Bricker-Jenkins | Oct 11, 2021

Motor oil yes. Don't know about antifreeze.check their extensive list on the website.

Do they still collect latex paint if it's raining?

Clara Mattucci | Oct 11, 2021
Paul Barter | Oct 11, 2021

Yeah, they have containers you take it too for paint im pretty sure if there open they will accept it

Where can a non working tv be taken?

Ann Kelly | Oct 11, 2021
Michael Reilly | Oct 11, 2021

DE Recycling Center has a trailer you can drop off unwanted electronics, including televisions.

Can I drop off a bunch of big boxes ranging in different sizes

John Castellano | Oct 11, 2021
Hunter Brons | Oct 11, 2021

You'll probably just have to collapse them and put them in the bin in the parking lot

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Can I sell bottle

Zenylee Silva | Oct 11, 2021
Lydia E York | Oct 11, 2021

No. They take household recyclables, but not commercial.

Can I dispose of carpet approx. 500 sq ft?

rob hutnyk | Oct 11, 2021
smurf Gaither | Oct 11, 2021

Not sure but i think you can.

Can you recycle a refrigerator

Alex Cunningham | Oct 11, 2021
Sarah Culler | Oct 11, 2021

Not at the recycling center but at the landfill you can.

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Can I take old steel/cast iron bathtubs to this location?

Jerrold Diamond | Oct 11, 2021
matthew tayor | Oct 11, 2021

Give them a call

I have broking cell phone and tablets that no longer work can I bring them in?

Philesedi Crockett | Oct 11, 2021
Efrain Dejesus | Oct 11, 2021

Yes you can

Where can old batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, etc.) be disposed? There used to be a box in Lantana Square for them, but it's no longer there. I have lots.

Marilyn Kowalchuk | Oct 11, 2020
Denise Murray | Aug 12, 2022

DSWA Lambson lane has bins for different types of household batteries. Personally, I collect used batteries in a box and when I make a trip there to recycle styrofoam or electronics, then I also take my batteries.

I have about 15 gals of old kerosene from a parts washer . do you take it ?

mike salvatore | Oct 11, 2020
Joseph Smith | Oct 11, 2020

Washer yes .kerosene, no

Will this facility accept essential oils? If so, which days? Is there a fee?

Jose Cottes | Oct 11, 2020
Jefforey Moore | Oct 11, 2020

Check with the facility. They can let you know what days all items will be accepted.

I have a large quantity of essential oils. Is it possible to dispose of them at your facility? If so, when?

Jose Cottes | Oct 11, 2020
Saundra Flynn | Oct 11, 2020

There is a place to put oils right in the front of the facility and it is labeled as well with what type they accept.

Can I dispose of driveway sealer. 5 gal can with 2 gal unusable filler remaining. How about. Flashlight batteries?

Rich Deegan | Oct 11, 2020
Dennis Adams | Oct 11, 2020

Batteries yes but they do not except the sealer at the recycling center.

Is Styrofoam recycled

Donna Sabella | Oct 11, 2020
John Fox | Oct 11, 2020

Yes m-f 8:30- 3pm, sat 8:30-2pm per their website

I have a washer and dryer where do I take them?

E & C Conkey | Oct 11, 2020
Dennis Adams | Oct 11, 2020

You can get $ for them if you take them to Newark Recycling Inc.

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I have silicone mold material can I drop that off.

Norvell Daniel | Oct 11, 2020
Mike Ellis | Oct 11, 2020

If it's recyclable yes. You can drop it off outside the yard without going in.

Can I dispose of a toilet at your location

Robert Pernell | Oct 11, 2020
Tina King | Oct 11, 2020

That must be taken to the landfill on 12 st or a transfer station

Hi I have batteries to get rid of?

Suzy Semanick-Schurman | Oct 11, 2020
Michael Ross | Oct 11, 2020

They take them but you might be able to find somewhere closer at earth911.com

Can I dispose of full aerosol cans here?

eddie hermanns | Oct 11, 2020
Michael Ross | Oct 11, 2020

Pretty sure you have to empty the contents first and then the cans go in regular recycling, for the safety of those that process them

Do they accept wood from a old playset? If not anyone know where it could be taken? Some pieces are smaller but some are fairly large

Brandon Large | Oct 11, 2020
Michael Ross | Oct 11, 2020

You want the Cherry Island landfill, not the recycling center. That's where I disposed of our old set.

how should I dispose of pressure treated wood?

John Bartlett | Oct 11, 2020
Michael Ross | Oct 11, 2020

If you can't repurpose it for something and it's more than will fit in your garbage can, you'll need to take it to the Cherry Island landfill

How about plastic forks, spoons, knives?

Beverly Koon | Oct 11, 2020
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 11, 2020

No. Place plastic wear in the trash.

Can I bring an old sofa to the site?

Kristin DeMesse | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

No, this is recycling, not a landfill

Can I you recycle hard covered books?

Mary Hughes | Oct 12, 2019
BlueNeonLites | Oct 12, 2019

No, just soft. However, go to 2nd and Charles near the old Toys R Us. They may buy the books from you. (If they are text books, ask a local school if they would take them.)

Where can I recycle household batteries? Some websites say they can be put in regular trash. I can’t belive that’s true.

Stress Less Mamma | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

I remember hearing that there is somewhere on the UD campus that accepts regular household batteries

Do you take small refrigerator?

Schimm Gangloff | Oct 12, 2019
Xavier Farrar | Oct 12, 2019

We dont accept refrigerant

I have furniture and a dresser can I dump it

Ariel Mcmillan | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

No, this place is for electronics and hazardous household materials. You want the Cherry Island Landfill.

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Can I put plastic clothes hangers in recycle?

Denise Murray | Oct 12, 2019
daddy's LILGIRL (RUS) | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

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Are there any areas to take yard waste in New Castle County?

Gary Marden | Oct 12, 2019
The Up and Coming Artist | Oct 12, 2019

Drpi behind the police station on rt13. And Holland mulch

How dispose of oil based paint

Peter Kane | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

Check the events schedule on the web site for household hazardous waste collection, bring it to this location on that day, they'll take it

I have about a gallon of used acetone id like to take in and get safely disposed of. When are you able to take it?

RNGLEADER band | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

Yes they take all hazardous household waste

I have two old matress can I bring

Hector J Torres | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Ross | Oct 12, 2019

Mattresses can't be recycled. They need to go to the Cherry Island Landfill

Do u take fire extinguishers?

A Google User | Oct 12, 2019
angela carrington | Apr 14, 2022

Can hazardous waste be brought on Saturday

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Can I schedule a pick up or drop off old 6ft fence panels?

Susan Sutton | Oct 12, 2019
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 12, 2019

Yes, you will need to call Revolution Recovery first. They will not pick up but you may drop off once Revolution approves you. Otherwise, the landfill is your other option.

Do you take rear projection floor standing giant television?

Lisa Wexler | Oct 12, 2019
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

Do you take old pool chemicals?

Samantha Carter | Oct 12, 2019
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 12, 2019

Only during household hazardous events wed 10-2 and 1st sat of the month.

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Do they take scrap metal?

Frederick Sowers | Oct 12, 2019
LaQuian Hairston | Oct 12, 2019

No

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Does DWSA recycle empty butane canisters?

Guat-Lian C Kreamer | Oct 12, 2019
Joe Davis (Chilly) | Oct 12, 2019

Butane canisters may be brought in on household hazardous waste days, Wed and Sat.

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Can we recycle metal bottle caps from beer bottles?

Cynthia Regino | Oct 12, 2019
Marlon Person | Oct 12, 2019

How many do u have!?

Do you recycle styrofoam? And can you drop it off if you live out for state? Thank you, Brian

Brian Murray | Oct 12, 2019
Denise Murray | Oct 12, 2019

Lambson lane takes styrofoam. They have an open trailer to bag clean styrofoam, in CLEAR bags. NO PEANUTS. I dont know that it is recycled, but hey collect it there.

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How do I dispose of old unused ceramic floor tile. Previous owner of house left it in basement.

Lar werhbr | Oct 12, 2019
Phillip Alladin | Oct 12, 2019

Come to on site and look to left you see different contaniers to dump your trash in

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Do you take old mattresses?

Rick Negley | Oct 12, 2018
Shanda Johnson | Oct 12, 2018

No

Does this facility accept clothes washer and stove?

John Haug | Oct 12, 2018
Marlon Person | Oct 12, 2018

I work there and we only accept things that are sizable for our system. A washer or dryer would jam our system. We do have metal items that filter through but we don't recycle them. We remove those items and dispose of them accordingly..

Can I bring old motor oil?

Karen McGrory | Oct 12, 2018
WAR WAR | Oct 12, 2018

Yes you can there is a special containers for you to put it in.

Can I drop off papers to be shred

patricia pyle | Oct 12, 2018
Delaware Recycling Center | Oct 12, 2018

Document shredding is available the 1st Wednesday of each month from 10am-2pm and the 1st Saturday of each month from 8:30am-2pm.

Have a tyvek/polypropylene vehicle cover that is severely damaged - can this be recycled ?

D G Carpenter | Oct 12, 2018
Delaware Recycling Center | Oct 12, 2018

No, unfortunately it can not be recycled through any of our programs.

Do you recycle hearing aid batteries and small batteries?

Sue Polss | Oct 12, 2018
Debbie | Oct 12, 2018

Yes there is a bin for recycling old batteries.

Microwave drop off

Gail Matikonis | Oct 12, 2017
Debbie | Oct 12, 2018

Yes, it is an electronic.

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