Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Woodbridge
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.
Green Bin (Trash)
Place your Green Cart at the curb after 4:00 PM the day before your scheduled collection. All items must fit inside with the lid completely closed. Remove the empty cart from the curb by 9:00 PM on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Food wrappers
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Single-stream recycling only. Do not bag your recyclables; keep them loose in the Blue Cart. Everything must fit inside with the lid shut. Oversized cardboard can be taken to the Keasbey Convenience Center.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Tin and aluminum cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Cardboard (broken down)
- ✓Mixed paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Textiles and clothing
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronic waste
- ✕Hardcover books
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Branches must be cut to no longer than 4 feet, tied, and bundled. Leaves must be placed strictly in biodegradable paper bags. Do not use plastic bags for yard waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree branches (bundled)
- ✓Leaves (in paper bags only)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By appointment only
Placement
Once your appointment is confirmed, place your bulky items at the curb after 4:00 PM the day before your scheduled collection.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Carpeting
- ✓ Old garbage cans
- ✓ Playsets
- ✓ Ride-on toys
- ✓ Bulky rigid plastics
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions
- ✕ Computers
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Asphalt
- ✕ Brick
- ✕ Block
- ✕ Stone
- ✕ Tires
Fees may apply to certain curbside bulky collections. Electronics and appliances require a separate call to the Recycling Division (ext. 3035).
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, all curbside trash and recycling pickups for that day and the remainder of the week will be delayed by exactly one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Holiday delays generally apply to all standard municipal collections. Check the Recycle Coach app for specific yard waste scheduling changes.
Always refer to the official Woodbridge Township Recycling Calendar or the Recycle Coach app to confirm specific holiday shifts, as Saturday collections may occasionally occur during holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Blue Cart
Never place plastic bags, shrink wrap, or film in your Blue Recycling Cart, as they jam the sorting machinery. Instead, return them to local retail drop-offs or take them directly to the Keasbey Convenience Center.
No Heavy Masonry in the Green Cart
Dirt, stone, brick, block, and asphalt are strictly forbidden in your automated Green Cart. The heavy weight will damage both the cart and the truck's mechanical arm. Contact the Roads Department for proper disposal instructions.
Divert Textiles from Curbside Bins
Clothing, shoes, and other textiles belong in neither the Green nor the Blue cart. Please drop these items off at the Keasbey Recycling Center or utilize local community clothing donation boxes.
Seasonal Information
Spring
AprilWoodbridge Township traditionally holds its Spring Yard Waste Clean-up in April. During this month, residents can often pick up free biodegradable paper leaf bags at the Department of Public Works in Keasbey, while supplies last.
Fall
October - NovemberDuring autumn leaf collection, residents must use biodegradable paper leaf bags. Raking loose leaves directly into the street is discouraged as stormwater runoff sweeps leaves and litter into storm drains, causing localized flooding.
Winter
December - FebruaryTownship ordinances require that snow and ice be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours after a snow event ends. Ensure your automated carts are placed in a cleared area at the curb and do not obstruct snow plows.
About Woodbridge Waste Management
Woodbridge Township's Automated Waste Collection
Woodbridge Township operates an automated curbside pickup program utilizing color-coded rollout carts. Residents are provided with a Green Cart strictly for standard household garbage and a Blue Cart for single-stream recycling. Because the collection trucks use automated mechanical arms, no waste left outside or beside the carts will be picked up. Lids must be fully closed to prevent litter from blowing into neighborhood streets, and carts must be securely stored in your side or rear yard when not placed at the curb.
How to Schedule Bulk Trash Pickup in Woodbridge
Unlike regular household refuse, large bulky items such as furniture, mattresses, carpeting, and playsets require a scheduled appointment. Woodbridge residents cannot simply leave these items by the curb; you must call the Division of Sanitation at 732-738-1311 (ext. 3600) to arrange a collection. Keep in mind that specific bulky items might be subject to a nominal fee, and the township strictley regulates oversized waste disposal to keep streets clear.
The Keasbey Convenience and Recycling Center
For immediate disposal needs, Woodbridge residents have exclusive access to the Convenience and Recycling Center located at 225 Smith Street in Keasbey. The center operates Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and accepts a wide variety of materials, including cardboard, styrofoam, electronics, cooking oil, and up to four tires per month. A valid proof of residency is mandatory for entry, and commercial vehicles or out-of-state plates are strictly prohibited from using the facility.
Navigating Municipal Department Responsibilities
Woodbridge Township uniquely divides waste responsibilities among different divisions. While the Sanitation Division handles everyday household trash and rigid plastics, the Recycling Division (ext. 3035) manages curbside collections for scrap metal, TVs, and appliances. Heavy construction materials, including concrete, stone, brick, block, and loose leaves, fall under the jurisdiction of the Roads Department (ext. 3044). Knowing which department to call ensures your items are collected without delay.
Smart Scheduling with the Recycle Coach App
To eliminate confusion regarding collection days, holiday delays, and sorting rules, Woodbridge strongly encourages residents to download the Recycle Coach App. The app offers a customized collection calendar tied directly to your specific home address. It also features a searchable 'What Goes Where?' database, ensuring you never accidentally contaminate your Blue Cart with unaccepted materials like textiles or plastic film.
Drop-off Facilities
Woodbridge Township Convenience & Recycling Center
225 Smith Street, Keasbey, NJ 08832
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I throw away an old couch or mattress in Woodbridge?
You cannot simply leave large furniture at the curb. You must call the Division of Sanitation at 732-738-1311 (ext. 3600) to schedule a bulky item pickup. Place the item out only after 4:00 PM on the evening before your confirmed date.
What is the proper way to set out my automated garbage carts?
Place your Green (trash) or Blue (recycling) cart at the curb after 4:00 PM the day before your scheduled pickup. The lids must be completely closed, and no extra bags or items can be placed next to the carts. All empty carts must be removed from the curb by 9:00 PM on collection day and stored in your side or rear yard.
Does my collection day change if there is a holiday?
Yes. Whenever a major township holiday interrupts the normal schedule, trash and recycling pickups are delayed by one day for the remainder of that week. For example, a Monday holiday pushes Monday's route to Tuesday, Tuesday's to Wednesday, and so on.
Where can I dispose of heavy construction materials like brick or dirt?
Heavy masonry, concrete, dirt, and asphalt are prohibited in your Green Cart because they will damage the automated collection trucks. You must coordinate the disposal of these specific materials by contacting the Roads Department at 732-738-1311 (ext. 3044).