Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Vineland
In New Jersey, municipal refuse and recycling routes operate weekly. Your exact collection days are determined by your local borough or township.
State Mandate
The NJ Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act requires all residents to separate designated recyclables.
Standard resident-provided or contracted bin Bin (Trash)
All trash must be properly bagged or placed in sturdy containers. Place curbside by the designated time on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Dried latex paint (solidified with kitty litter)
Standard recycling bin Bin (Recycling)
Vineland utilizes a single-stream program. All items must be rinsed and clean. Do not bag recyclables in plastic grocery bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1, #2, and #5
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Ceramics
- ✕Food-soiled materials
Yard Waste Bin
Public Works retrieves brush and leaves; call 856-794-4089 for scheduling. ACUA collects 4 bags of loose grass as a bulky item.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush and branches (handled by Public Works)
- ✓Grass clippings (up to 4 bags counted as bulk by ACUA)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (One item per trash day)
Placement
Place your single bulk item alongside your regular household trash on your designated collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ One piece of furniture
- ✓ One mattress
- ✓ Up to 4 rolls of tied carpet (4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Up to 4 bags of cut grass
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Asphalt shingles, brick, and concrete
- ✕ Hazardous waste and asbestos
Included in standard municipal services; however, metals and appliances require a separate appointment with Public Works.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Collection services provided by ACUA and the City are typically suspended on major holidays. If your scheduled day falls on a holiday, your pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Specialized Public Works collections for brush and metals may experience longer delays during holiday weeks; call (856) 794-4089 to confirm appointments.
Always check the official municipal calendar or the Recycle Coach app for real-time updates on holiday schedule changes.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Blue Bin
Never place your recyclables inside plastic grocery bags. The single-stream sorting machinery used for Vineland's recycling will jam if plastic bags are introduced, potentially ruining the entire batch.
Ceramics Are Not Recyclable Glass
Do not attempt to recycle broken ceramic mugs, plates, or window glass. These materials melt at different temperatures than standard glass bottles and will contaminate the recycling stream.
Styrofoam Goes in the Trash
Expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) packaging and takeout containers are not accepted in Vineland's curbside single-stream recycling program. They must be placed in the regular garbage.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberDuring peak leaf season, residents can utilize the city-operated composting facilities on South Mill Road and Union Road for excess yard waste that cannot be accommodated by standard curbside limits.
Winter
JanuaryChristmas trees are typically collected by the Public Works Department during scheduled sweeps in January. Trees must be bare, with all decorations, lights, and plastic bags removed.
Spring and Summer
March to SeptemberIf you are performing minor home repairs, remember that a small amount of wood can be placed curbside if it is bundled, tied, and no longer than four feet. More than two bundles is considered construction debris and will not be collected.
About Vineland Waste Management
Rules for Weekly Bulky Waste Pickups
Unlike municipalities that require strict appointments for all large items, Vineland allows residents to dispose of one bulky waste item per scheduled trash day. This includes standard household furniture, a mattress, or up to four rolls of tied carpet (cut into 4-foot lengths). ACUA will even collect up to four bags of cut grass as your single bulky item for the week. It is important to note that construction and renovation debris, such as asphalt shingles and concrete, are strictly prohibited from curbside bulky pickup.
City-Operated Composting and Drop-Off Facilities
To support its high recycling rate, Vineland operates two dedicated municipal composting facilities. Residents can transport leaves and brush to the South Mill Road facility, which also accepts used motor oil, anti-freeze, and electronic waste. A second facility on Union Road accepts leaves and grass, though residents are advised to call (856) 794-4250 before visiting to ensure it is open. These sites provide critical alternatives when yard waste exceeds curbside limits.
Scheduling Appliance and Metal Collections
Large household appliances, often referred to as 'white goods', and other heavy scrap metals are not collected by ACUA on regular trash days. Instead, these items are handled exclusively by the Vineland Public Works Department. Residents must proactively call the Division of Recycling and Solid Waste Management at (856) 794-4089 to schedule a specific appointment for metal and appliance removal. Refrigerators and freezers must have their doors removed before being placed at the curb for safety.
Strict Guidelines for Paint and Hazardous Waste
Liquid latex paint cannot simply be thrown into your standard ACUA trash bin. Residents must follow specific disposal guidelines: paint cans must be less than half full, and mixed with clay-based kitty litter or a commercial drying agent like Speedy Dry. Once the paint mixture is completely dry and no longer pourable, the lid can be replaced and the can disposed of with regular household trash. True hazardous materials like asbestos require specialized handling and cannot be collected municipally.
Drop-off Facilities
Vineland City Composting Facility & Drop-Off
1271 South Mill Road, Vineland, NJ 08360
Materials Accepted
Cumberland County Solid Waste Complex
169 Jesse Bridge Rd, Millville, NJ 08332 (Deerfield Township)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I throw away large furniture in Vineland, NJ?
Vineland allows residents to throw away one piece of bulky waste per scheduled trash day. You can place a single piece of furniture, one mattress, or up to four rolls of tied carpet (cut into 4-foot lengths) at the curb with your regular garbage.
Who picks up old refrigerators and metal appliances in Vineland?
The regular ACUA trash trucks will not take appliances. You must call the Vineland Public Works Department at (856) 794-4089 to schedule a specific appointment for 'white goods' and scrap metal collection.
Where can I drop off yard waste and electronics in Vineland?
The city operates a composting facility at 1271 South Mill Road. Residents can drop off leaves, brush, electronic waste, used motor oil, and used anti-freeze at this location, Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Can I throw wet paint in the garbage?
No, liquid paint is not accepted. You must dry the paint first by mixing it with clay-based kitty litter or Speedy Dry. Once the mixture is completely solid and no longer pourable, you can dispose of the can with your regular household trash.