Free Bulky Waste Pick-ups Scheduled in Tolland

Town-sponsored metal/bulky waste items will be picked up at no charge during the week of Sept. 14, 2015, as well as the week of Apr. 4, 2016.

Willimantic Waste Paper will do 10 additional monthly metal/bulky waste at curbside pick-ups per year, with the resident being charged by the vendor $32 per pick-up for up to four reasonably-sized items. Reservations are not confirmed until payment is received by Willimantic Waste Paper for those months where there is a charge. Paid reservations can only be done by calling Willimantic Waste Paper at the phone number below.

Please remember, oil pick-up at curbside has been eliminated due to environmental concerns. Some auto parts businesses take used motor oil; Bill’s Auto Parts is one local option.

Homeowners are asked to place bulky waste items at the curb as close to the date of the scheduled pick-up as possible. We have had instances where homeowners have left items weeks in advance of their pick-up appointment or have even forgotten the important step of calling to schedule the pick-up. Depending on the quantity and type of waste, this may create a dangerous hazard along the roadside, is unsightly, can provide habitat to vermin and encourages scavenging.

To schedule this pick-up, please call (800) 286-5335 or (860) 423-4527 or go towww.williwaste.com and click on “Tolland Residents Only” to schedule your bulky waste pick-up. Remember, you must schedule at least four days in advance of your normal pick-up day.

For a complete list of acceptable items, visit www.tolland.org/solid-waste-recycling/.

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