Stamford trash & bulky-item rules
Stamford primarily provides resident self-haul and scheduled bulky-waste collection events rather than a simple weekly curbside bulky route.
Stamford, CT — start here
Use the current official/responsible sources below and recheck them before an unusual set-out.
Quick answer
Stamford primarily provides resident self-haul and scheduled bulky-waste collection events rather than a simple weekly curbside bulky route.
Before you use the rule: Stamford residents; facility and event rules require residency and vehicle restrictions.
Furniture, mattresses and appliances
Residents can use the Scale House/Transfer Station at 101 Harborview Avenue; up to 200 pounds per day in a passenger vehicle is free, with published charges above that amount. Scofield events accept bulky waste on selected 2026 dates.
Household hazardous waste and other special material
Chemicals, hazardous waste, liquids and oil-based paint are not accepted through the regular Harborview transfer-station route; use Stamford’s separate hazardous-waste collection events.
Where to take large items in Stamford
Scale House / Transfer Station is the dependable resident route. The City also runs selected 2026 Scofield events that accept bulky waste, subject to event limits.
Before set-out
Contact or service note: Recycling & Sanitation: 203-977-4620.
For Stamford, use the linked local source or service contact to confirm the address, collection date and any special-item preparation before set-out.
Official sources
These official or responsible-agency sources were used to verify the Stamford guide. Recheck current schedules or fees before an unusual set-out or special trip.
- Stamford — Recycling & Refuse CentersOfficial/local source checked for this guide · stamfordct.gov
- Stamford — Scofield Recycling EventsOfficial/local source checked for this guide · stamfordct.gov