Residents of Boylston, Holden, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling and West Boylston during public hours. Everyone checks in and shows proof of residency (driver's license, state ID or utility bill with current address). Closed Nov 2-6, 2026 and reopens Saturday Nov 7 on winter hours.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Call to confirmCouch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
Call to confirmAppliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmConcrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Not acceptedRecycling
AcceptedCurbside recycling items, textiles and many hard-to-recycle items (some with a fee).
Normal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
Curbside recycling items and textiles accepted; many hard-to-recycle items and household project demolition debris carry a fee (amounts not captured). Cash, check, credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted.
Payment: cash, check, card · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Residents of Boylston, Holden, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling and West Boylston during public hours. Everyone checks in and shows proof of residency (driver's license, state ID or utility bill with current address). Closed Nov 2-6, 2026 and reopens Saturday Nov 7 on winter hours.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: No
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 am–12:00 pm |
| Thu | 2:00 pm–4:00 pm |
Also open the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-noon. Weather closings possible; call 978-464-2854 or check Facebook.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
See “Not accepted” tiles above. Other exclusions: call to confirm.
Free options
Free reuse items on site.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
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