Recycling Centers in Marlborough, NH
Find drop-off recycling locations in Marlborough, New Hampshire. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Marlborough and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Marlborough: A Local Guide
Marlborough is a small town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, served by two distinct recycling facilities on or near Route 12. One is a town-run transfer center for Marlborough and Roxbury residents; the other is a commercial scrap metal yard open to the public without appointment.
The Marlborough Recycling/Transfer Center on Roxbury Road is operated by the Town of Marlborough and serves residents of Marlborough and Roxbury. It is open Wednesday 3:00–7:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, and Saturday 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. A free ID sticker (available at the center or Town Clerk's Office) is required for entry. Recycling is mandatory by town ordinance and is free: the center accepts plastics #1–7, paper and cardboard, tin and aluminum cans, and glass. Household trash requires town clear bags ($3/bundle). Bulky items carry fees — $15 for Freon appliances, $10 for other appliances, $5 for mattresses or stuffed chairs, and $3–$30 for tires by type. Electronics carry a $5–$10 fee. Hazardous waste and CFL bulbs are not accepted here; residents instead have 12 free hazardous-waste collection days each year at the Keene Recycling Center.
Scrap It at 716 State Highway 12 is a commercial scrap metal recycling yard open to any member of the public — no appointment needed, no residency requirement. The yard buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals including aluminum, brass, copper and insulated wire, lead, radiators, stainless steel, and high-temp alloys, and pays cash on completion. The Marlborough location also handles junk car scrapping and offers roll-off and live-load services. Hours are Monday–Friday 7 AM–4 PM and Saturday 7 AM–12 PM. This is a scrap buyer, not a household recycling drop-off; it does not accept paper, plastic, glass, or other curbside recyclables.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Marlborough
Who can use the Marlborough Recycling/Transfer Center?
The town-run RTC on Roxbury Road serves residents of the towns of Marlborough and Roxbury only. A free ID sticker is required for entry; pick one up at the center or the Town Clerk's Office.
Does Scrap It in Marlborough pay cash for scrap metal?
Yes. Scrap It buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals and pays cash on completion, with no appointment required. The yard is open to homeowners, DIYers, and businesses alike. Current scrap prices change daily — call 603-355-1300 for quotes.
What does it cost to drop off a mattress or appliance at the Marlborough RTC?
Mattresses and box springs are $5 each. Refrigerators and air conditioners (Freon appliances) are $15 each; other appliances and water heaters are $10 each. Standard recycling and trash (in clear bags) are free.
Where can Marlborough residents dispose of hazardous waste or CFL bulbs?
The Marlborough RTC does not accept hazardous waste or compact fluorescent bulbs. Marlborough and Roxbury residents are eligible for 12 free hazardous-waste collection days per year at the Keene Recycling Center, 55 Old Summit Rd, Keene, NH 03431.