Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Wall Township
Trash Day
Trash is collected once a week, Monday through Thursday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected once a week on your designated trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Curbside brush is collected once a month during your bulk collection week in May, June, September, and October; leaves are collected seasonally in the spring and fall.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Water and sewer charges are billed quarterly and are due February 25, May 25, August 25, and November 25. Please do not combine water/sewer utility payments and property tax payments on the same check.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Direct Debit (ACH), Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible low-income households can apply for water and sewer utility assistance through the state LIHWAP and NJ SHARES programs. New Jersey property tax deduction programs are also available for qualifying seniors, disabled residents, and veterans.
Township-issued trash container Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed inside the official township-issued container and set at the curb by 6:30 a.m. on collection day. No loose bags on the ground.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household solid waste
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Plastics #3 through #7
- ✓Styrofoam and plastic bags
Township-issued recycling container Bin (Recycling)
Single-stream collection. Do not put recyclables in plastic bags. All cardboard must be flattened. Remove all lids from glass and plastic bottles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2 (Pourable bottles only)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (no lids)
- ✓Tin, aluminum, and empty aerosol cans
- ✓Flat corrugated cardboard and cereal boxes
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and flat office paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags of any kind
- ✕Plastics #3 through #7
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Wire hangers
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves are collected via vacuum trucks in April, November, and December; do not bag them. Brush is collected on specific dates and must be kept 3 feet from obstructions.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves and pine needles
- ✓Seed pods and gum tree balls
- ✓Tree parts and trimmings
- ✓Seagrass (Sept/Oct only)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month on your designated Thursday or Friday.
Placement
Items must be neatly placed at the curb. Appliances containing Freon (refrigerators, AC units) require a $15 fee to be paid to the township prior to placement.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and carpeting (1 room limit)
- ✓ 2 to 3 mattresses or box springs
- ✓ Metal sheds and bed frames
- ✓ One door and one window
- ✓ Household appliances
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Wooden sheds and decking
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ More than 1 door/window (construction debris)
- ✕ Cardboard boxes
Tires ($5), construction debris ($25-$100 depending on load size), and Freon appliances ($15) carry specific fees and often require drop-off at the recycling center.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
For Monday holidays, all week's collections are pushed to the following day. For Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday holidays, collections prior to the holiday remain unchanged, while the holiday and subsequent days are pushed back one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk collections shift dynamically based on the holiday. Thursday bulk on a holiday week often moves to Friday. Thanksgiving week bulk is pushed to the Thursday AFTER Thanksgiving.
Wall Township has a highly extensive holiday schedule (13 days). Always consult the official township calendar or the Recycle Coach app for exact date shifts.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring and Late Fall
April, November, DecemberThese three months are dedicated to vacuum leaf collection. Neatly pile leaves, pine needles, and seed pods at the edge of the road, ensuring they are not mixed with any brush or branches.
Early Autumn
September and OctoberThis is the only time of year that Wall Township DPW crews will accept and collect seagrass at the curb as part of the scheduled brush pickups.
Summer/Fall
SeptemberDue to Wall Township uniquely observing September 11th as an official Day of Remembrance holiday, trash, recycling, and bulk schedules during the week of Labor Day and 9/11 will experience major delays.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Cans into Cash in the Wall Township Area!
Did you know some of your recyclable aluminum cans and plastic bottles can actually earn you a little bit of money? While Wall Township's regular recycling program is fantastic for the environment, for those extra few bucks, you might want to check out the nearest redemption centers. Though there isn't a specific buyback center listed right within Wall Township itself, the state of New Jersey has a strong bottle bill. This means you can take many beverage containers (like soda and water bottles with a deposit on them) to stores that offer bottle returns. For scrap metal, you'll likely need to travel a bit. Your best bet might be looking for scrap yards in nearby towns like Lakewood or Asbury Park, where they typically buy various types of metal.
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life Around Wall Township
Before you toss items that are still in good shape, think about giving them a new home! Wall Township has some wonderful places where your unwanted items can make a real difference. The Goodwill Store & Donation Center in nearby Neptune City is a popular spot for clothing, household goods, and electronics. For furniture and home decor, Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Shrewsbury is a great option and helps fund local housing projects. Even if you just have a few things, donating them is a fantastic way to help others and keep useful items out of the landfill.
Keeping Wall Township Beautiful: Tackling Litter and Special Waste
We all want Wall Township to look its best! While regular trash pickup handles most things, sometimes we have items that need special attention. If you've got electronics, old paint, or chemicals, keep an eye out for the Monmouth County Household Hazardous Waste collection days. They often hold these events a few times a year at different locations. If you happen to see illegal dumping, don't just ignore it. The best thing to do is report it to the Wall Township Public Works Department. They can investigate and ensure the area is cleaned up properly, which helps protect our local environment and keeps our neighborhoods looking great for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
South Wall Recycling Center
2301 Tiltons Corner Road, Wall Township, NJ 07719
Materials Accepted
Marconi Complex Recycling Center
Monmouth Boulevard, Wall Township, NJ
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do with my grass clippings in Wall Township?
The township recycling centers no longer accept grass clippings. You must place your grass clippings into bags and put them directly into your township-issued garbage container for regular household trash collection, or use the 'Cut It and Leave It' mulching method on your lawn.
How many items can I leave out for monthly bulk trash pickup?
Wall Township residents are allowed to place up to 10 bulk items at the curb during their designated monthly bulk collection day (Thursday or Friday). Items must be out by 5:30 a.m.
Does Wall Township pick up refrigerators or air conditioners?
Yes, household appliances are collected during bulk pickup, but because they contain Freon, you must pay a $15 fee to the township prior to placing the appliance at the curb.
Can I throw plastic takeout containers in the recycling bin?
No. Wall Township strictly limits plastic recycling to #1 and #2 'pourable' bottles (bottles where the neck is smaller than the body). Takeout containers, yogurt cups, and deli trays must go in the regular garbage.