Quick answer: Duxbury's Transfer & Recycling Center charges a $135 annual resident permit just to get in the gate. Then every load has to go in Duxbury-specific blue bags, purchased separately. Then — and this is the part people don't expect — there's a real per-item fee list on top of that: $40 for a mattress, $40 for a couch, $40 for a box spring, $20 for a stove or washer, $15 for anything with Freon or a CRT. (We didn't know the dump had a menu until we looked this up. Turns out garbage has upcharges now, same as everything else.)
Duxbury has about as deep a South Shore pedigree as it gets — settled in 1624 by Pilgrims Myles Standish, John Alden, and William Brewster, and incorporated in 1637, making it one of the oldest towns in the country. Standish reportedly named it after Duxbury Hall back in Lancashire, England. All that history means a lot of well-established homes, generations of accumulated belongings, and — per the fee schedule above — a genuinely expensive DIY option if you're clearing out more than a token amount. This guide breaks down what the transfer station actually costs, and when junk removal in Duxbury, MA comes out ahead.
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The Transfer Station's Actual Price List
Duxbury's Transfer & Recycling Center on Mayflower Street is open Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and requires a current resident permit ($135 for the first vehicle, $135 for each additional one) just for access. Regular trash then has to go in Duxbury-specific blue bags, sold separately ($8 for a pack of 13-gallon bags, $13 for 33-gallon). On top of all of that, construction and demolition-type items carry their own per-item load charges:
- Large upholstered furniture, mattresses, or box springs: $40 each
- White goods (stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves): $20 each
- Items with Freon (refrigerators, AC units, dehumidifiers) or CRTs (old TVs, monitors): $15 each
- Porcelain items (sinks, toilets): $5 each
- Tires: $10 each • Car batteries: $5 each
- Loose truck or trailer contents: $0.30 per pound
Clear out a bedroom set — a mattress, box spring, and dresser — and you're already at $80-$120 in item fees alone, on top of the permit. That's before you've spent an afternoon loading, driving, and unloading it yourself.
What We Remove From Duxbury Homes
Dumpster Dudes handles junk removal for Duxbury properties of every size, from a single bulky item to a full property cleanout. Typical calls include:
- Old furniture, mattresses, and box springs
- Appliances and electronics
- Basement, attic, and garage clutter
- Yard waste and storm debris
- Full estate and property cleanouts
- Construction and renovation debris
You tell us what to toss, and we do all the heavy lifting — no per-item fee schedule, no special bags, no math. One quote covers the whole load.
Get a Free Duxbury QuoteDuxbury's Pilgrim-Era History
Few South Shore towns carry the historical weight Duxbury does — settled in 1624, incorporated in 1637, and home to some of the actual Mayflower colonists once they were finally allowed to leave Plymouth. That depth of history shows up in the housing stock: well-established, often historic properties that have accumulated generations of belongings, furniture, and storage. Our crew is used to working carefully and respectfully around older Duxbury homes.
Our Junk Removal Process in Duxbury
- Free estimate: Call, text, or send photos and we'll give you one upfront price — no per-item breakdown required.
- Scheduling: Most Duxbury jobs can be booked same-day or next-day.
- Load & haul: Our crew handles the lifting and loading — no transfer station trip required.
- Sweep & done: We leave the space clear and swept.
What Affects the Cost
- Volume: A single item costs less than a full basement or estate clear-out.
- Item type: Appliances, electronics, and anything hazardous may need special handling.
- Access: Older properties and longer driveways sometimes add time.
- Timeline: Same-day service is usually available at no rush fee.
Because pricing depends on what's actually there, we always recommend a quick free estimate. For a full breakdown of how our pricing works everywhere we serve, see our pricing guide.
Related Services
- Dumpster rental in Duxbury, MA — for bigger renovation and cleanout projects
- Hazardous waste removal
- Full service list
Areas We Serve Near Duxbury
Along with Duxbury, our crew regularly serves the rest of the South Shore, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does junk removal cost in Duxbury, MA?
Most Duxbury jobs run $150-$600 depending on volume and access. We quote one upfront price — no per-item math required.
How much does the Duxbury transfer station actually charge for furniture and appliances?
On top of the $135 annual resident permit, Duxbury charges per-item load fees: $40 each for mattresses, box springs, and large upholstered furniture, $20 for white goods like stoves and washers, $15 for items with Freon or CRTs, plus smaller fees for tires, batteries, and porcelain.
Do I need special trash bags to use the Duxbury transfer station?
Yes. Duxbury requires trash to be contained in town-specific blue bags, sold separately from the permit, on top of the annual sticker fee.
Can you do same-day junk removal in Duxbury?
In most cases, yes. Same-day and next-day pickups are available throughout Duxbury depending on current scheduling.
Do you handle Duxbury's historic homes carefully?
Yes. Duxbury is one of the oldest towns in America, settled by the Pilgrims in 1624, with historic homes throughout — our crew works carefully around older properties.
What items can't you take?
We handle nearly everything — furniture, appliances, electronics, yard waste, general junk. Certain hazardous materials need special handling, which we'll flag before pickup.
What happens to the items you remove?
We donate and recycle whenever possible and only send items to disposal as a last resort.