Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Babylon
Trash Day
Twice per week on either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday depending on your neighborhood zone
Recycling
Every Wednesday, alternating weekly between commingled bottles/cans/plastics and paper/cardboard
Yard Waste
Collected weekly Monday through Friday depending on your Yard Waste Zone (Zone 1: Monday, Zone 2: Tuesday, Zone 3: Wednesday, Zone 4: Thursday, Zone 5: Friday)
Set Out Time
By 5:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside residential trash and recycling services are funded through your annual Town of Babylon property tax bill rather than a separate municipal utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Property tax exemptions including Senior Citizen (AGED), Enhanced STAR, and Persons with Disabilities exemptions are available through the Department of Assessment for qualifying homeowners.
Any color standard pail Bin (Trash)
Use standard 33-gallon pails with lids and molded handles. No tie-down straps. Max 3 garbage cans per household per collection day. Each can must weigh 50 lbs or less.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable materials
Blue bin or clear plastic bag Bin (Recycling)
Collected weekly on Wednesdays. Alternates between Commingled (glass/metal/plastics in blue bin/clear bag) and Paper/Cardboard (bundled/tied or in brown bags only). Rinse all containers and remove caps/lids.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Flattened plastic bottles
- ✓Newspaper and cardboard (alternating weeks)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Cereal boxes
- ✕Plastic bags for paper
- ✕Drinking glasses
- ✕Window panes
- ✕Light bulbs
Yard Waste Bin
Collected once a week based on 5 zones (YWZ). Use standard 33-gallon cans or biodegradable paper bags. Max 10 items per week, under 50 lbs each. Branches must be tied in bundles under 4 feet long.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree branches (under 4 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
With regular garbage pickup (1 item of furniture) or by appointment (White Goods)
Placement
For White Goods, call EnCon at (631) 491-3200 by Friday to schedule a pickup for the following Wednesday. Bulk items should be placed within one foot of the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ 1 piece of furniture per pickup
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Rugs (rolled and tied)
- ✓ White goods (appliances, scheduled separately)
- ✓ 1 passenger vehicle tire (Thursday/Friday pickup)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Building materials from major renovations
- ✕ Dirt, sod, and rocks
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Explosives and ammunition
- ✕ Automobile body parts
Standard bulk furniture is collected at no additional charge with regular trash. Major construction debris is not accepted and must be taken to a private transfer station.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
During these 7 holiday weeks, recycling collection moves from Wednesday to your regular garbage day (Thursday or Friday). Garbage service still occurs on all other town-observed holidays not listed here.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is not collected on holidays. If a holiday falls on your yard waste day, it will be skipped until your next scheduled collection day the following week.
Always check the annual Recycling Calendar mailed to your home in late December for the exact schedule adjustments.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Fall
April - May, October - NovemberDuring heavy yard cleanup seasons, remember you are allowed a maximum of 10 items of yard waste per week. Do not allow landscapers to leave excessive bags at your curb, as the town may issue a violation.
Winter
JanuaryThe town provides curbside pickup for Christmas trees during the first two weeks of January. Ensure all ornaments, lights, and stands are completely removed before placing them at the curb.
Year-Round
January - DecemberDue to Babylon's coastal location, always ensure garbage pails are watertight with securely fastened lids to prevent high winds from blowing debris into the Great South Bay and local waterways.
Local Tips & Community Info
Town of Babylon Encon Services Overview
In the Town of Babylon, residential sanitation is administered by the Department of Environmental Control, frequently referred to as Encon. The township schedules household refuse collection twice weekly. To keep streets clean and ensure seamless service, residents must have all materials placed neatly at the curb by 6:00 AM on their respective collection days. Because automated trucks and manual crews begin their routes promptly at dawn, placing items out late practically guarantees a missed pickup. During weeks featuring recognized holidays like Labor Day or Christmas, expect the schedule to shift by exactly 24 hours to accommodate the town's workforce.
Regulated Trash Cans and Weight Thresholds
Protecting the physical well-being of sanitation workers is a top priority for Babylon. Consequently, stringent regulations govern the size and weight of your garbage receptacles. Homeowners must supply their own standard pails, which cannot exceed a 32-gallon capacity. Furthermore, the total weight of any single closed bag or fully loaded container is capped at 50 pounds. Using oversized drums or overweight bins will result in the crew leaving the waste on your curb, often accompanied by an official violation tag outlining the local ordinance infraction.
Alternating Dual-Stream Recycling Collections
The Town of Babylon actively enforces a dual-stream recycling mandate to divert materials from local landfills. This means you cannot mix all your recyclables in a single bin. Instead, collection alternates weekly. One week is dedicated entirely to paper products, junk mail, and broken-down corrugated cardboard. The subsequent week is reserved for rinsed glass jars, aluminum cans, and plastics. Remember to place these items loosely inside your town-issued recycling container. Bagging recyclables in flimsy plastic shopping bags disrupts the sorting facilities and is strictly prohibited across the municipality.
Disposing of Yard Waste Safely
Maintaining your property's landscaping generates organic waste that must be disposed of properly. Throughout the growing season, Babylon schedules specific yard waste pickups. Grass clippings, pulled weeds, and leaves must be packed into biodegradable paper lawn bags or standard, unlidded 32-gallon trash pails. Never use plastic bags for organics, as they will not be collected. For branches and thicker brush, you must cut the wood to a maximum length of four feet and tie it tightly into bundles that do not exceed the 50-pound weight limit.
The West Babylon Residential Recycling Center
Not all waste belongs at the curb. For hazardous materials, motor oil, and electronic waste like old laptops or bulky CRT televisions, Babylon residents have exclusive access to the Residential Recycling Center located on Gleam Street in West Babylon. This drop-off facility provides a safe, environmentally conscious alternative for disposing of materials banned from regular sanitation trucks. You must bring a valid New York driver's license or a recent utility bill to prove your township residency before being allowed to dump materials at the site.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Babylon Residential Recycling Center
57 Field Street, West Babylon, NY 11704
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum size for a garbage can in Babylon?
Residents must use standard trash pails that hold no more than 32 gallons. Additionally, the total weight of a filled can or tied bag must remain under 50 pounds.
Where can I throw away an old television in the Town of Babylon?
Electronic waste is prohibited from curbside pickup. You must bring old TVs, computers, and monitors to the Residential Recycling Facility on Gleam Street in West Babylon.
How does the town recycling schedule work?
Babylon utilizes a dual-stream system that alternates every week. You must set out paper and cardboard on one scheduled week, and glass, plastics, and metals the following week.