*NO DUMPING AFTER HOURS*

EPA # CTR000507475
CT DEP # 155-263

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: When can I drop off my e-waste at your facility?
A: During normal business hours, currently Monday through Friday -  7:30am until 3:00pm And Saturdays 8:00am until 12:00pm. We are closed on Sundays.

Q: How do I know if you will accept my stuff?
A: We accept any items that have to do with electronics. **

Q: What is free to recycle?
A: Practically Anything with a cord or batteries, Including televisions! **

Q: Will my hard drive data be destroyed?
A: Yes, GME offers Free Guaranteed Data Destruction at the Drop-Off center.

Q: How is the data on my hard drive destroyed?
A: Each hard drive is punched out and shredded.

Q: Are my electronics that I drop off getting sent to China or developing countries?
A: NO, electronics are processed in West Hartford at the GME Recycling Facility and with approved down stream vendors.

Q: Does GME put any electronic waste in the landfills?
A: No, GME has a strict Zero Landfill policy.

Q: Is there any limit to how much e-waste I can drop off?
A: NO, you can drop off one piece or even a thousand pieces.

Q: Is GME for West Hartford residents only?
A: No, anybody from anywhere can use the free drop-off center.

Q: Is swapping electronic items allowed?
A: No.

Q: Does GME offer Guaranteed Data Destruction for business?
A: Absolutely, however, it is a pay service. Please inquire within for business data destruction.

Q: What are acceptable forms of payment?
A: We accept CASH or CHECK.

Q: Will you destroy my hard drive in front of me?
A: Yes, however, due to time constraints, there is a $20 fee.

**We no longer are accepting, household batteries, appliances with refrigerant (dehumidifiers, Airconditioners, refrigerators, etc), and lightbulbs.