Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for New Carrollton
Maryland curbside collections typically run weekly (Monday-Friday). Your specific household collection day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Maryland MDE requires strict separation of yard trim from standard refuse, and mandates food scrap diversion under state law.
Resident-provided tight-fitting containers Bin (Trash)
Trash should be securely bagged inside standard household refuse containers. Place at the curb no earlier than 5:00 p.m. the day prior, or before 7:00 a.m. on the day of collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
City-provided Blue and Yellow bins Bin (Recycling)
Do not separate items. Place loose recyclables directly into the blue/yellow bin. Never bag your recyclables in plastic.
Accepted Items
- ✓Unbroken glass and empty aerosol cans
- ✓Aluminum, foil, ferrous and steel containers
- ✓Metal and plastic coat hangers
- ✓Paper, magazines, boxes (broken down)
- ✓Plastic drinking cups and detergent bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam and packing foam
- ✕Broken glass or mirrors
- ✕Motor oil containers
- ✕Hazardous materials or medical waste
Yard Waste Bin
Must use paper yard bags or containers clearly marked 'YARD WASTE'. Branches must be tied/bundled with string (no wire). The city will absolutely not collect tree stumps.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves and grass clippings
- ✓Small shrubs and twigs
- ✓Branches (under 5 inches in diameter and 4 feet long)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By appointment (placed on Tuesdays)
Placement
Place items on the curb on Tuesday after 5:00 p.m. No items should be left on the curb for over 24 hours.
Accepted
- ✓ White goods (washers, refrigerators, freezers)
- ✓ Furniture of all types and covered mattresses
- ✓ Electronics and dried-out paint
- ✓ Tires (must be off the rim)
- ✓ Lumber/pipe/metal (cut to 4-foot lengths)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Bricks, blocks, asphalt, or concrete
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
- ✕ Roofing and drywall
- ✕ Wet paint or hazardous materials
Bulk collection is included for single-family residents. Landlords are charged a mandatory $500 fee for the removal of eviction set-outs.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Collection days are adjusted during holiday weeks to maintain two collections per household. For instance, a Monday holiday pushes Monday/Thursday pickups to Tuesday/Thursday or Wednesday/Friday.
Yard Waste Exception
Bagged yard waste will follow the adjusted first collection day of your holiday week schedule.
Special bulky item collections are strictly prohibited and will not occur during any holiday week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
November - DecemberThe annual leaf curbside vacuum collection runs from early November through late December. Rake loose leaves to the curb, ensuring they are not blocked by parked cars or bulk items. Check the city newsletter for the exact sector schedule.
Holiday Weeks
Year-roundDuring any week containing a city-observed holiday, all special bulky trash collections are entirely suspended. Any bulk requests made during a holiday week will be deferred to the next available pickup date.
Winter
December - FebruaryInclement winter weather can delay routes. If a holiday falls on a weekday, New Carrollton adjusts its twice-a-week schedule (e.g., Monday shifts to Tuesday/Thursday or Wednesday/Friday) to guarantee you still receive two trash collections that week.
Drop-off Facilities
New Carrollton Department of Public Works
6318 Westbrook Drive, New Carrollton, MD 20784
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is trash collected in New Carrollton?
The City of New Carrollton provides trash collection twice a week for single-family dwellings. Depending on where you live, your pickup days will either be Mondays and Thursdays, or Tuesdays and Fridays.
Do I need to schedule a bulk trash pickup?
Yes. You must call the Public Works Department at 301-577-1008 by 3:00 p.m. on the Tuesday of the week prior to your pickup. Items must then be placed at the curb on your scheduled Tuesday after 5:00 p.m.
How do I get a recycling bin if I just moved in?
The city provides specific blue and yellow recycling bins for all residents. You can request new or replacement bins by calling the Department of Public Works at 301-577-1008.
What should I do with my yard clippings?
Yard waste is collected on your first trash day of the week (Monday or Tuesday). It must be placed in paper bags or a trash can clearly marked 'YARD WASTE'. Do not use plastic bags. From November to December, the city also runs a curbside leaf vacuuming program for loose leaves.