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This is the town transfer station in Guilford that residents use to drop off household trash and recyclables before it gets compacted and hauled out of state. Locals, landscapers, and folks doing big cleanouts tend to show up here; it’s the nearer alternative to driving to a distant landfill.
Expect to slow down for an entrance booth and a scale - stopping twice is common. Pull up, show any required permit or ID, then follow the arrows to the tipping area and recycling bays; the recycling bins are usually off to the right of the main drive. The site looks like a working yard: concrete pads, big metal containers, compactors, and trucks moving in and out. Weekends get busier, especially during spring cleanup or leaf season, so lines and waiting are normal.
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Before You Go
- Have your town transfer station permit or ID ready and visible when approaching the booth to speed things up.
- Secure tarps and tie down loose debris so nothing blows out while driving; small stuff can become a hassle to pick up.
- Plan to bring someone to help lift heavy items and to watch traffic while backing toward the tipping area, since spots can be tight and trucks are moving.
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