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About This Location

The Exeter Transfer Station at 9 Cross Road is the Town of Exeter's resident drop-off for trash, recycling and bulky items. A windshield permit is required ($20 per calendar year or $5 for a 5-day pass), and residents must show a valid ID. Many items are free with a permit, while electronics, freon appliances and construction debris carry per-item fees.

What this location Accepts

✓ Household trash (in blue bags)
✓ Recyclables - #1, #2 and #5 plastics
✓ Used motor oil (free)
✓ Bagged leaves and undecorated Christmas trees (free)
✓ Styrofoam packaging (free)
✓ Textiles (free)
✓ Books and cell phones (free)
✓ Compost (free)
✓ Metals and white goods
✓ Brush and wood
✓ Propane tanks (#20 or smaller)
✓ Rechargeable batteries
✓ Electronics - computers, TVs, printers, monitors, scanners (fee)
✓ Freon appliances - refrigerators, freezers, AC, dehumidifiers (fee)
✓ Construction debris - drywall, shingles, doors, windows (fee)

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What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste
✕ Tires
✕ Antifreeze
✕ Asbestos
✕ Sharps / syringes
✕ Pharmaceuticals
✕ Bulky items (except via special pickup)

Fees

  • Calendar-year permit — $20
  • 5-day permit — $5
  • Electronics (computers, TVs, printers, monitors) — $10 each
  • Freon appliances (fridges, freezers, AC, dehumidifiers) — $10 each
  • Construction debris (drywall, shingles, doors, windows, treated wood) — $8 each

Access & restrictions

Exeter residents and property owners only · Calendar-year permit $20; 5-day permit $5. Seasonal fall schedule (Oct 15-Dec 15) adds Saturday 8 AM-2:30 PM and Sunday noon-4 PM.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit to use the Exeter Transfer Station?

Yes. A permit is required and must be affixed to the inside lower-left corner of your windshield. A calendar-year permit is $20 and a 5-day permit is $5; residents and property owners must show valid ID.

Does Exeter accept Styrofoam for recycling?

Yes. Styrofoam packaging is accepted free of charge with a transfer station permit, along with textiles, books, cell phones, compost and used oil.

How much does it cost to dispose of a TV or refrigerator?

Electronics such as TVs, computers, printers and monitors are $10 each, and freon appliances like refrigerators, freezers and AC units are also $10 each. Construction debris items run $8 each.

Can I drop off tires or hazardous waste here?

No. The Exeter Transfer Station does not accept tires, hazardous waste, antifreeze, asbestos, sharps or pharmaceuticals. Use a dedicated HHW collection or take-back program for those items.

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Contact & Location

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9 Cross Rd, Exeter, NH 03833
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City / State
Exeter, New Hampshire

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Sunday Closed