Transfer Station

Transfer Station Permit Reminder:  As stated in the Town Ordinance (chapter 11 - 1101.1) Transfer Station permits must be affixed to the windshield, on the inside lower left corner, of each resident's vehicle. This allows the attendant to validate entry and improve traffic flow.

2025 Transfer Station permits are now available for purchase!

Transfer Station Information

2024 Transfer Station permits ($20) are available for purchase! Permits and stickers are available to purchase from the Public Works Office, Town Office, or through the Town web service. Once you check out you will receive confirmation, and stickers and permits are mailed to you. 
Click here to purchase Transfer Station permits and disposal stickers

A printable version of our Solid Waste program can be found in the attachment below. To utilize the Transfer Station you must be a resident or property owner in Exeter. Please have proper identification ready when entering (residents: a driver's license or for property owners: a tax bill). 

Some items require the purchase of a permit, item sticker, or both. The cost of disposing of many items can add up! Local charitable organizations (Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc.) will gladly accept gently used items. For bulky trips, it may be cost-effective to utilize the Raymond Transfer Station (603-895-6273).

To buy a Permit you must be a resident or property owner in Exeter and show ID at the Town Office. License plate numbers are required for permits. The yearly permit must be affixed to the lower corner of the car's windshield on the driver's side.

Calendar year permits: $20
5-Day permit: $5

For questions email: Publicworks@exeternh.gov

Transfer Station Hours:

Tuesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Friday & Saturday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

October 15th - December 15th Transfer Station Hours:

Tuesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Sunday Noon - 4:00 pm

Address and Directions

9 Cross Road
Exeter, NH  03833

From the Bandstand, drive from downtown on Front Street. Front Street (Route 111) becomes Kingston Road. Continue on Kingston Road (Route 111) to 9 Cross Road (on the right). The Transfer Station will be approximately 1/4 mile on the left. STOP for the attendant to check your vehicle for hazardous waste or other banned materials.

Items that can be dropped off at NO COST with proper ID:

• Used oil - not mixed with any other substance including gas or antifreeze
• Leaves - if bagged biodegradable brown paper bags must be used
• Christmas Trees - tinsel, lights, and ornaments must be removed
• Books - Bay State Book bin (617)203-1797 
• Calculators
• Cell phones for Soldiers - any cell phones, ipads, tablets, mp3 players - used or broken, including device chargers
• Compost with Mr. Fox Composting bins at the Transfer Station

Items that require a Transfer Station permit:

• Brush - Landscapers/Contractors will need to purchase load tickets per trip. Load tickets must be purchased in advance at the Public Works Office. There is no limit to the number of tickets contractors can purchase.
  • Small load: Up to a full-size pick-up truck or single axle trailer $25.00 (each load)
  • Large load: One-ton truck or double axle trailer $50.00 (each load)
• White goods - (non-refrigerant) appliances, washer, dryer, paper shredders, etc.
• Metals - ferrous: steel, iron, bicycles, metal grills, snow blowers and lawn mowers (with gas and oil removed)
• Metals - non-ferrous: aluminum, copper, brass, etc.
• Wood - no painted or treated, no larger than 4' in length, no plywood, T-111 or particle board
• Ash - wood or coal stove ash
• Propane tanks - #20 or less
• Recyclable materials - plastics labeled #1, #2, & #5. Please follow guidelines for recyclables.
• Household Trash - must be in Exeter Blue Bags
• Batteries - Rechargeable (not household) only (automobile, toy, and tool batteries) - see Battery document below
• Mercury-containing thermometers, thermostats, electric switches, mercury button cell batteries, and fluorescent lights. These items can also be collected on Hazardous Waste Day. 

Items that require both stickers and permits:

Disposal stickers (Electronic, Construction, & Appliance) can be purchased at the Town Office, Public Works Office, or Arjay’s Ace Hardware. Disposal stickers can also be purchased online as well.

Construction Debris Bags and Town of Exeter Blue trash bags can be purchased at the Public Works Office and Arjay's Ace Hardware.

Electronics ($10)

Due to the hazardous materials in most electronic goods, they must be disposed of with care. A $10 electronics sticker can be purchased at the Town Office or Public Works for the disposal of any electronic goods at the Transfer Station. Best Buy and Staples have electronic recycling programs for most electronics. 

These items include: 

• Computers - monitors, hard drives, printers , laptops, tablets, battery packs or battery back-ups.
• Televisions
• Scanners, copy, and fax machines

Freon (Appliance) sticker - $10

• Refrigerators - Doors, non-metal parts (bins, shelves) MUST BE removed and placed in blue trash bags. Metal components can be placed in the metal dumpster.
       *Check the Unitil link below for updates on their periodic refrigerator rebate program.
• Freezers
• Air Conditioners
• Water Coolers
• Dehumidifiers

Construction Debris - $8 (each item)

Small quantities of construction debris can be disposed of at the Transfer Station with the appropriate bag or sticker. Town Office and Public Works have Construction Stickers to purchase; Arjay’s Ace Hardware has both Construction Bags and Stickers. For large loads, we recommend utilizing the Raymond Transfer Station as they allow non-residents to use the facility and charge by weight.

Construction Bags ($8 each): small items: drywall, shingles, insulation, etc. Liquids must be solidified.
Construction Stickers ($8 each): doors, windows, toilets, sinks, bundled wood (treated/painted) or carpet. 

Items NOT Accepted at the Transfer Station

• Bulky Items - (couch, mattress, etc.) if you utilize blue bag pick-up, 1 Bulky item can be picked up per week ($5 bulk sticker)
• Hazardous Waste - Usually on a Saturday in October hosted by Rockingham Planning at the DPW Complex
• Tires - Raymond Transfer station (603-895-6273) will accept tires for a fee or check with local tire dealers
• Antifreeze, brake fluid, or other auto chemicals - collected on Hazardous Waste Day
• Asbestos
• Sharps/Syringes - "Sharps by mail systems" can be purchased at your local pharmacy for safe disposal or place sharps in a durable plastic bottle such as a laundry detergent bottle. Once the jug is 3/4 full, write SHARPS on it, tape the lid so it will not accidentally open, and dispose of in your household trash. 
• Pharmaceuticals - Exeter PD now has a prescription drop off box in the lobby

Free for Residents

• Compost
• Wood Chips

Contact Public Works for availability. 

Waste Management Dumpster Bag

A Waste Management dumpster bag (link below) is another great option if you have a lot of items to dispose of. The dumpster bag can hold up to 3,300 pounds of debris. The bags can be purchased at stores such as Home Depot and Lowe's for $30*. Once you fill the bag notify Waste Management to pick it up! It's that easy! Waste Management fees for pick-up are about $270 - price may vary.