Coventry residents with proof of residency. No contractors, no out-of-state plates without prior approval, no lettered trucks or commercial vehicles, no house clean-outs. A $40 dump pass (4 trips, does not expire until used) is required for items not listed as free or extra-charge; passes are sold at the DPW office. Attendant's decision is final. Entrance is at the rear of the town hall property via the access road.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
AcceptedClean and dry mattress free; wet, ripped or heavily soiled $80.
Normal load fee applies
Couch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
Extra feefrom $10, by size
Appliance
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fridge or freezer
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Electronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Brush and branches
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Construction debris
LimitedLimited amounts with a dump pass (sheetrock, insulation, countertops; one wheelbarrow of shingles).
Item price: call to confirm
Concrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Household trash
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Recycling
AcceptedNormal 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 |
| dump pass (4 trips) | $40 |
| refrigerant item (A/C, fridge, freezer, dehumidifier) | $30 each |
| wet/dirty mattress or box spring | $80 |
| tires | from $10, by size |
| propane tank (20-40 lb) | $5-$10 |
Cash or check only for cash payments at the DPW office; fee schedule effective August 1, 2026.
Payment: cash, check · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Coventry residents with proof of residency. No contractors, no out-of-state plates without prior approval, no lettered trucks or commercial vehicles, no house clean-outs. A $40 dump pass (4 trips, does not expire until used) is required for items not listed as free or extra-charge; passes are sold at the DPW office. Attendant's decision is final. Entrance is at the rear of the town hall property via the access road.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7:30 am–12:00 pm |
| Mon-Fri | 12:30 pm–3:00 pm |
Open Saturdays 7:30 AM to noon only the day after an observed holiday. Office (passes) Mon-Fri 7:00 AM to 3:15 PM.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Concrete
- Asphalt
- Dirt
- Mulch
- Rock/stone/brick/tile
- Boats, canoes, kayaks
- Paint cans
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Gasoline
- Wooden sheds
- Entire decks
Free options
Free: used motor oil (sign waiver at office), clean dry mattresses, metal items, electronics, recycling, car batteries, yard waste and branches.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Coventry Transfer Station info sheet (PDF) ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Coventry Public Works fee schedule (PDF, eff. 8/1/2026) ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Coventry Public Works ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026