Portsmouth Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

📍 680 Peverly Hill Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
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📞 +1 603-427-1530 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

The Portsmouth Recycling Center at 680 Peverly Hill Road is a city-run drop-off operated by Public Works. Many household items can be dropped off for free by residents (antifreeze, batteries, clothing, cooking oil, eyeglasses, fluorescent bulbs, food waste, motor oil and filters, and empty 1-lb propane tanks), while bulky items and electronics carry a fee. Payment is by credit card or check only - no cash - and fees can be prepaid online.

What Portsmouth Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Antifreeze (Free for residents.)
✓ Batteries (Free for residents.)
✓ Clothing and textiles (Free for residents.)
✓ Cooking oil and vegetable oil (Free for residents.)
✓ Eyeglasses (Free for residents.)
✓ Fluorescent light bulbs (Free for residents.)
✓ Food waste (Free for residents.)
✓ Motor oil and oil filters (Free for residents.)
✓ Propane tanks (1-lb, empty) (Free for residents.)
✓ Mattresses and box springs (Fee applies.)
✓ Furniture (Fee applies.)
✓ Appliances (washers/dryers, grills) (Fee applies.)
✓ Electronics (Fee applies ($10-$20).)
✓ Refrigerators and freon appliances (Fee applies.)
✓ Tires (Fee applies.)
✓ Clean wood (Fee applies ($15-$25 by volume).)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Textiles & Clothing · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

The city page does not publish a specific prohibited-items list; contact the center at (603) 427-1530 to confirm items not shown.

Fees

  • Most bulky items (box springs, washers/dryers, mattresses, furniture, grills)
  • Electronics and freon items
  • Refrigerators
  • Tires
  • Clean wood
  • Credit card fee

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · Free items are for Portsmouth residents only. Payment for fee items is by credit card (minimum $2.50 fee) or check - no cash; fees can be prepaid online with a receipt required at drop-off.

Programs & events

  • Curbside bulky item pickup
  • Recycling bin sales

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Portsmouth residents drop off for free?

Free items include antifreeze, batteries, clothing, cooking/vegetable oil, eyeglasses, fluorescent bulbs, food waste, motor oil and filters, and empty 1-lb propane tanks. These free items are for Portsmouth residents only.

How much does it cost to drop off a mattress or appliance?

Most bulky items such as mattresses, box springs, furniture, washers/dryers and grills are $5. Electronics and freon items run $10-$20, refrigerators are $20, tires are $7, and clean wood is $15-$25 depending on volume.

Does the Portsmouth Recycling Center take cash?

No. Payment is by credit card (minimum $2.50 fee) or check only. Fees can also be prepaid online, in which case you must bring the receipt.

What days is the recycling center open?

It is open Tuesday-Thursday 7:45 AM-3:15 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM-2:00 PM, and closed Sunday, Monday and Friday. From July 1 to October 9, Tuesday hours extend to 6:15 PM.

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Contact & Location

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680 Peverly Hill Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM (to 6:15 PM Jul 1-Oct 9)
Wednesday 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Thursday 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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