Silverdale Transfer Station & Recycling Guide — 2026 Update
⚠️ Silverdale Transfer Station Is Currently Closed
The Silverdale Recycling & Garbage Facility on Dickey Road NW is closed from September 21, 2026 through approximately April 1, 2027 for construction and improvements. During this closure, Kitsap County residents must use alternative county disposal sites.
If you drove to the facility and found it closed, this guide will tell you exactly where to go instead — or how to have everything hauled away without a single trip. Silverdale Junk Co serves all of Kitsap County and can remove your junk, furniture, appliances, and debris same-day. Call (360) 928-5949.
Alternative Kitsap County Disposal Facilities During the Silverdale Closure
Kitsap County operates several transfer stations and recycling facilities across the peninsula. During the Silverdale closure, residents can use the following alternatives:
Central Kitsap Transfer Station (Silverdale Area Alternative)
The primary alternative for Silverdale and Central Kitsap residents during the closure. Contact Kitsap County Solid Waste at kitsapgov.com/solidwaste for current hours and directions to the nearest open facility.
South Kitsap Transfer Station
Located in the Port Orchard area, serving South Kitsap County residents. Open most days of the week — check kitsapgov.com for current hours before making the trip.
North Kitsap Transfer Station
Serving Poulsbo, Kingston, and North Kitsap Peninsula residents. Located north of Poulsbo. Hours vary — verify before visiting.
What the Kitsap County Facility Normally Accepts
When the Silverdale Recycling & Garbage Facility is open, it accepts: general household waste, recyclables (cardboard, paper, glass, plastic, metal), yard debris and green waste, scrap metal and appliances, mattresses (fee applies), electronics and e-waste, paint and household chemicals (through the Moderate Risk Waste programme), and construction debris.
During the closure period, all of these items must go to an alternative facility — or be collected by a professional junk removal service that handles proper disposal on your behalf.
Kitsap County Recycling Guide — What Goes Where
Scrap Metal and Appliances
Scrap metal, old appliances, and white goods (washers, dryers, refrigerators) are accepted at the transfer station scrap metal drop. During the Silverdale closure, these items can be taken to the South or North Kitsap facilities, or collected by Silverdale Junk Co at flat-rate pricing with routing to certified Kitsap County scrap recyclers.
Electronics and E-Waste
Old televisions, computers, monitors, printers, and electronics are accepted at Kitsap County’s e-waste recycling programme. Best Buy in Silverdale also accepts certain electronics for recycling. During the transfer station closure, Silverdale Junk Co collects electronics and routes them to certified Kitsap County e-waste processors.
Mattresses
Mattresses require a fee at the transfer station and are routed to certified mattress recyclers where steel springs, foam, and fabric are recovered. Silverdale Junk Co provides mattress pickup across Kitsap County with routing to certified recyclers — no transfer station trip needed. Single mattress pickup from (360) 928-5949.
Yard Debris and Green Waste
Yard debris, branches, stumps, and garden waste go to the green waste stream at the transfer station for composting. During the Silverdale closure, yard debris can be taken to alternative facilities or collected by our team for proper disposal. We handle yard debris removal across all of Kitsap County.
Hazardous Household Waste
Paint, solvents, pesticides, motor oil, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs are accepted at the Kitsap County Moderate Risk Waste (MRW) programme. This programme operates separately from the transfer station and is available by appointment through kitsapgov.com. Junk removal crews including Silverdale Junk Co cannot haul hazardous materials — these must go to the MRW programme directly.
Cardboard and Paper Recycling
Cardboard and paper recycling continues through kerbside collection and drop-off bins at grocery stores and community locations across Kitsap County regardless of the transfer station closure. Flatten cardboard before placing it in kerbside recycling bins.
Why the Transfer Station Closure Is Good News for Kitsap Residents
The construction improvements will result in a faster, more modern recycling and disposal facility when it reopens in spring 2027. The temporary inconvenience of finding alternative facilities will be offset by a significantly improved facility serving Central Kitsap for years to come.
In the meantime, professional junk removal is often faster, easier, and comparably priced to multiple DIY transfer station trips — especially when you factor in vehicle rental, fuel, transfer station fees, and the time required to load and unload everything yourself.
Skip the Transfer Station Entirely — We Haul It Away
Silverdale Junk Co removes furniture, appliances, yard debris, scrap metal, electronics, mattresses, and general household junk from homes and businesses across Silverdale and all of Kitsap County. We handle legal, documented disposal at certified Kitsap County facilities — no transfer station visit required from you.
During the closure, many Kitsap County residents are choosing professional junk removal rather than making multiple trips to alternative facilities. One call and the junk is gone — same-day and next-day available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silverdale transfer station open right now?
No. The Silverdale Recycling & Garbage Facility on Dickey Road NW is closed from September 21, 2026 through approximately April 1, 2027 for construction. Use alternative Kitsap County facilities or call Silverdale Junk Co at (360) 928-5949 for pickup.
Where can I take recycling in Silverdale while the facility is closed?
Cardboard and paper go in kerbside bins or retail drop-off points. Electronics go to Best Buy Silverdale or the Kitsap County e-waste programme. General waste and scrap metal go to the South or North Kitsap transfer stations. For large volumes, call Silverdale Junk Co for a single-visit pickup.
Can junk removal companies take items to the transfer station on my behalf?
Yes. Silverdale Junk Co routes all removed items to appropriate disposal and recycling facilities across Kitsap County — transfer station, certified scrap recyclers, e-waste processors, mattress recyclers, and green waste facilities — as part of every job. You do not need to make any disposal trips. Call (360) 928-5949.
When will the Silverdale transfer station reopen?
The current estimated reopening is approximately April 1, 2027. This timeline is subject to change — check kitsapgov.com/solidwaste for the most current information on the facility reopening schedule.
How much does junk removal cost compared to using the transfer station?
The county facility charges fees based on weight and item type, plus vehicle costs and your time loading and unloading. Silverdale Junk Co charges flat-rate by volume with all disposal fees included. For most residential jobs, professional removal is comparable in total cost and far less effort. Call (360) 928-5949 for a free on-site quote.