Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Randallstown
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.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are managed by Baltimore County and covered under county property taxes, so residents do not receive a separate trash utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible homeowners may qualify for property tax relief programs such as the Homeowners' Property Tax Credit and senior tax credit programs.
Resident-provided container (dark colors common) Bin (Trash)
Use a sturdy, water-tight container with handles and a tight-fitting lid. Trash must be placed at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the evening before collection. Lids cannot be tied down with ropes or wire.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Small broken household items
Blue bin, or any resident-provided container marked with an 'X' or 'RECYCLE' Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loose inside the container. Do not bag recyclables. Lightly rinse all food and beverage containers before recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and mixed paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1-#7)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Food-soiled materials like greasy pizza boxes
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in two-ply paper lawn bags or tied into bundles with natural twine. Branches cannot exceed 3 feet in length. Absolutely no plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Twigs and small brush
- ✓Branches (maximum 3 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two pre-scheduled collections per year
Placement
Place your 3 allowed items at your normal collection point after 6:00 PM the night before your scheduled bulk pickup day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerators, washers)
- ✓ Rolled and tied carpet
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Pianos
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste or liquid paints
- ✕ Stumps and large logs
The two annual bulk pickups are provided at no additional charge to eligible residents.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Baltimore County utilizes a 'slide' schedule. If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, collections scheduled for that day and the rest of the week will shift to the following day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste ('Y' day) collections follow the exact same holiday slide schedule as regular trash and recycling during affected weeks.
Physical schedules are not mailed. Residents should consult the Baltimore County online schedule lookup to confirm holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - May'Y Day' yard material collections officially begin April 1st in Baltimore County. Transition from throwing yard debris in your normal trash to using heavy-duty paper lawn bags or bundled branches.
Fall
October - NovemberRandallstown experiences heavy leaf drops. Remember there is a strict limit of 20 bags or bundles per collection on your designated Y dates, so plan your autumn yard work accordingly.
Winter
December - MarchAfter your final scheduled Y date in December, the separate yard waste trucks stop running. Through the winter months, any yard debris will be collected with your standard household trash.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Recyclables into Cash Around Randallstown?
While Randallstown doesn't have a specific local buyback center right in town, Maryland has a great bottle and can redemption program! You can get 10 cents back for every qualifying bottle and can you return at many grocery stores and redemption centers throughout the state. For scrap metal, check out places like ABC Metals in Baltimore or similar yards in the wider Baltimore area – they often pay by weight for things like old appliances and metal scraps. It’s a smart way to make a little extra money while keeping junk out of the landfill!
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Randallstown
Instead of tossing items that still have life left in them, think about donating! The Goodwill stores in nearby areas like Woodlawn or Pikesville are always looking for clothes, household goods, and furniture. For furniture and home decor, Habitat for Humanity ReStores, like the one in Baltimore City, are fantastic options. They help fund building projects and give your items a new purpose. Even smaller local charities often welcome donations of clothing or essentials, so it's worth a quick call to see what they might need.
Keeping Randallstown Clean: Tackling Dumping & Joining In!
Illegal dumping is a real issue for communities like ours, and if you spot it, it's best to report it to Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works. They have a system for dealing with it. Also, keep an eye out for community clean-up events! Local organizations and sometimes even the county will host clean-up days, especially around parks and waterways. Participating is a fantastic way to meet neighbors and make a visible difference in Randallstown.
Drop-off Facilities
Western Acceptance Facility (WAF)
3310 Transway Road, Halethorpe, MD 21227
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to schedule a bulk trash pickup in Randallstown?
No. Baltimore County automatically assigns two specific bulk collection days per year to single-family homes and townhomes in Randallstown. You can look up your property's assigned dates online and place up to three oversized items at the curb.
Why wasn't my yard waste collected?
If your yard waste wasn't picked up, it may have been placed in a plastic bag, contained dirt or stumps, or you exceeded the 20-bag limit. All yard materials must be in paper bags or tied in small bundles during your scheduled 'Y' days.
How do I dispose of a TV or computer in Randallstown?
Electronics like televisions and computers are accepted during your two annual curbside bulk pickup days. Alternatively, you can drop them off year-round at the Western Acceptance Facility in Halethorpe for proper e-cycling.
Will my trash pickup be delayed on a holiday in Baltimore County?
Yes, if your normal collection day falls on or after a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Labor Day, your service will slide one day later for the remainder of that week (e.g., a Thursday pickup will move to Friday).