Curbside Collection

6/27/25: Trash and recycle pick-up for Friday, July 4th will be Saturday, July 5th in observance of Independence Day.
The Transfer Station, Town Offices, and the Public Works Office will be closed on Friday, July 4th. The Transfer Station will re-open on Saturday, July 5th.

Trash Collection

The Town of Exeter provides curbside collection for household trash, recyclables, bulky waste, and seasonal leaf/grass pickup through Waste Management (WM) of New Hampshire.

Must use “Town of Exeter” Blue Bags, placed curbside by 7:00 AM on your pick-up day. The Curbside Collection schedule below can help you determine your pick-up day.

No bag limit; each must be tied and under 45 lbs.

Purchase bags at local retailers or the Public Works Office:

Large (33 gal): $2.50 each, roll of 10 for $25
Small (15 gal): $1.25 each, roll of 10 for $12.50

Recycling & Bulky Waste

Collected on the same day as regular trash.

One bulky item per week with a $5 sticker (available at Public Works, Town Office or online).

Acceptable items: Couches, chairs, tables, mattresses, box springs.

Not included: Appliances, metal items, electronics, construction debris—these must go to the Transfer Station.

Collection Delays

Pickup is delayed one day after a major holiday or severe weather if it occurs on a weekday.

Holidays observed: New Year’s, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.

For updates, call the Public Works Info Line: 603-418-6450.

Seasonal Pickup

Leaves & Grass: Collected twice a year (spring & fall, up to 12 biodegradable bags per residence) or dropped off at the Transfer Station for composting.