Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
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Read more →Gray Recycling & Solid Waste Center sits on Seagull Dr in Gray, Maine and is the local drop-off for household recyclables and seasonal cleanup items. Neighbors swing by with bags, boxes, and the occasional truckload - it’s the practical spot to keep things out of the landfill. State and local rules affect what’s accepted and any fees, so options can vary by location.
Drive in off Seagull Dr and look for the obvious entrance to a paved yard with large roll-off containers and bins; there’s typically an entrance booth and a scale on site, so plan for a short stop at both. Common recyclables like paper, cardboard, glass, metal and many plastics are handled at centers like this, and some places also run electronics or bulky-item programs at certain times. Weekends and spring cleanup days get backed up, with trucks and trailers queued up, so lines and waiting are normal. Bring loads already sorted as much as possible - it speeds unloading and keeps the line moving.
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