Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Maple Shade
Trash Day
Weekly curbside collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood street route.
Recycling
Every other Wednesday (provided through Burlington County / OTC)
Yard Waste
Fridays (curbside brush pickup); grass clippings must be bagged and placed with regular trash
Set Out Time
No earlier than 6:00 PM the day before and no later than 6:30 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are provided as municipal services funded by property taxes, while water and sewer utility bills are managed by the Maple Shade Tax Office.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
State and municipal property tax relief programs, including Veteran, Senior Citizen, and Disabled Person deductions, are administered through the Tax Assessor's Office.
Resident's own watertight container (max 34 gallons) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed curbside between 6:00 PM the day before and 6:30 AM on collection day. Containers must not exceed 34 gallons, and disposable bags must be sealed closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household solid waste
- ✓Bagged grass clippings (max 4 bags/week)
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and wrappers
Blue cart (County-issued) Bin (Recycling)
Cart must be placed with the metal bar facing the street and have 3 to 5 feet of clearance from obstacles. Place at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and food containers
- ✓Dry paper and flattened corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and Amazon mailers
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Hardback books
- ✕Food-soiled pizza boxes
Yard Waste Bin
Brush is picked up curbside on Fridays. Branches must be cut to 6-7 feet. Do not mix leaves or grass clippings into brush piles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree branches and limbs (up to 7 feet)
- ✓Loose leaves (during designated Fall zones only)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Collected on your regular trash day.
Placement
Place alongside regular trash. Ensure a 4-foot clearance from your automated recycling cart so the mechanical arm is not obstructed.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Wooden furniture (drawers removed)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped in plastic)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Metal of any kind
- ✕ Whole house or garage clean-outs
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Electronic waste
There is no fee for standard curbside bulk items, but excessive debris from large construction projects or house clean-outs will be bypassed and require a privately rented dumpster.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a major holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling collections are typically delayed by one day for the remainder of the week, with Friday collections occurring on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Friday brush pickups conducted by the DPW are highly susceptible to cancellation during holiday weeks or severe weather events.
Burlington County manages recycling; always check the Recycle Coach app for county-level delays which may differ slightly from the municipal trash hauler's schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall
November to DecemberMaple Shade operates a specialized, zoned curbside leaf collection. Leaves must be raked loosely to the curb (no closer than 10 feet to a storm drain) by 6:00 AM on the first day of your zone's collection week. Do not bag them during these months.
Spring
April to MayAs lawn mowing season begins, remember that grass clippings are never collected as separate yard waste. You must bag them in heavy-duty lawn bags (half-filled to avoid bursting) and put them out with regular trash, limited to 4 bags per week.
Winter
January to MarchWhen severe winter storms impact Burlington County, automated recycling carts must be kept entirely clear of snowbanks. Carts buried in snow or placed dangerously in the street will not be serviced.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Metal? Turn Your Scraps into Cash Around Maple Shade!
Hey Maple Shade neighbors! Ever find yourself with old cans, wires, or even a clunky metal appliance you're ready to part with? Instead of just tossing it, you might be able to make a few bucks! While Maple Shade doesn't have a dedicated town buyback center, keep an eye out for scrap metal yards in the wider Burlington County area. Places that buy scrap metal often take items like aluminum cans, copper, steel, and even old appliances. A quick online search for "scrap metal recycling Burlington County" can point you in the right direction for current prices and what they accept. Plus, don't forget about New Jersey's bottle and can redemption program – that nickle back on every plastic and glass bottle or aluminum can adds up over time! Just look for the recycling symbol with the redemption value on it.
Give Your Gently Used Goods a Second Life in Our Community
Before you toss that perfectly good sofa, lamp, or box of clothes, think about giving it to someone who can use it! Maple Shade and the surrounding areas have some great spots for donations. Check out the Goodwill Thrift Store in nearby Cherry Hill – they're always looking for household items, clothing, and furniture. If you've got larger items like furniture or building materials, Habitat for Humanity ReStores in the region are fantastic places that accept those and use the proceeds to build homes for families. It's a wonderful way to declutter your home and support a good cause right here in South Jersey.
Keeping Maple Shade Beautiful: Tackling Dumped Stuff Together
Nobody likes seeing trash piled up where it shouldn't be. If you spot illegal dumping in Maple Shade, please report it! The township takes this seriously. While there isn't a specific regular hazardous waste collection day listed for Maple Shade itself, keep an eye on township announcements for any special collection events that might pop up. For things like old electronics or chemicals that can't go in your regular bins, Burlington County often has designated drop-off sites or special collection days throughout the year. Checking the official Maple Shade Township website or their social media pages is the best way to stay informed about these opportunities to properly dispose of tricky items and help keep our town clean.
Drop-off Facilities
Maple Shade Public Works Facility
620 Cutler Avenue, Maple Shade, NJ 08052
Materials Accepted
Burlington County Resource Recovery Complex
22000 Burlington-Columbus Road, Florence, NJ 08518
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I dispose of grass clippings in Maple Shade?
Unlike many municipalities, Maple Shade requires grass clippings to be placed in heavy-duty lawn bags (filled only halfway to avoid excessive weight) and put out with your regular household trash. You are strictly limited to 4 bags per weekly trash collection. Never place grass in the blue recycling cart or blow it into the street.
Will the township pick up an old mattress or couch?
Yes, bulk furniture can be placed curbside with your regular trash. However, mattresses and box springs must be completely wrapped in plastic, any metal parts must be removed from furniture, and entire house or garage clean-outs will not be collected.
Where can I throw away a TV or old computer?
Electronic waste (E-waste) is banned from all landfills in New Jersey and will not be collected at the curb by your trash hauler. Maple Shade residents must bring their old TVs, monitors, printers, and computers directly to the Public Works Facility at 620 Cutler Avenue.
When does the DPW collect yard brush and tree branches?
The DPW collects brush, which consists only of branches and limbs, every Friday. Branches must be cut down to 6-7 feet in length to avoid damaging the township's equipment. Do not mix leaves or grass clippings into your brush piles.