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Full Branford, CT guide

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Getting rid of bulky items in Branford, CT

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Branford residents may bring a mattress or box spring to the Transfer Station for free disposal if it is not excessively wet, severely twisted or crushed, infested with bed bugs, or exceptionally soiled or moldy.[1]

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CITY City & county options

City pickup?No charge with paid permit (Residence Sticker, good up to 2 years)
How to bookTown of Branford, 1019 Main Street: 203-488-8394[2]
Bag it?No bag rule shown
City optionResidents may bring a mattress or box spring to the Transfer Station for free disposal; it cannot be excessively wet, severely twisted or crushed, infested with bed bugs, or exceptionally soiled or moldy.[1]

Pickup schedule: Drop off at the Transfer Station mattress container with your Residence Sticker (source: Town of Branford: Miscellaneous Items, verified Oct 23, 2026).

The rules

  • A Residence Sticker costs $5, is good for up to 2 years, and lets residents bring materials to the Transfer Station free of charge (some restrictions apply).[3]
Mattresses go in the separate container next to the scale house; stack them to save space.[2]

Hazardous items

Paint, batteries, propane, electronics and chemicals don't go in the trash. See getridmap.com/hazardous/.

Get Rid Map: independent guide, not a government agency. Rules change; confirm with the official page before setting anything out. Checked Oct 23, 2026.

Sources (checked Oct 23, 2026)

  1. Town of Branford Solid Waste & Recycling: https://www.branford-ct.gov/313/Miscellaneous-Items
  2. Town of Branford Solid Waste & Recycling: https://www.branford-ct.gov/315/Transfer-Station-Information
  3. Town of Branford Solid Waste & Recycling: https://www.branford-ct.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1099/Resident-Permit-Information-Sheet-PDF