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Gardner Landfill at 744 West St in Gardner, MA is where larger household cleanouts and contractor loads end up. Neighbors, landscapers and small haulers tend to use it when curbside pickups won’t do the job.
Like most landfills, expect to see a scale and an entrance booth of some kind - tipping fees are generally charged by weight, so there’s usually a weigh-in on the way in or out. The site is open and industrial: heavy equipment, piles of material and compacted areas are visible from the drive. Pull up, follow the signage or directions given, unload where instructed, and then head back across the scale if required. Commercial loads are commonly accepted at landfills but often have different rates than residential drops.
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Before You Go
- Secure and tarp loose loads before driving over - dusty or windy days spread debris quickly and create problems for other drivers.
- Avoid weekends and peak spring cleanup times if possible; lines and wait times can get long when everyone’s doing projects.
- Sort bulky items and recyclables at home so unloading moves faster - separating things in advance saves time once at the tipping area.
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