Resident-provided Bin (Trash)
Use standard receptacles not exceeding 32 gallons. Place at the curb no earlier than dusk the night before, and no later than 7:00 AM on your designated collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household garbage
- ✓Food waste (if not using the scrap program)
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Resident-provided (Labeled) Bin (Recycling)
Dual-stream recycling requires paper/cardboard to be separated from commingled glass/plastics/metal. Place a weight on newspapers to prevent blowing. Bins must be labeled.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics coded 1-7
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Beverage cartons
- ✓Newspaper and cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
Yard Waste Bin
Place in biodegradable bags or a resident-provided container marked with a town yard waste label. Absolutely no plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Branches and brush (tied in bundles max 4 ft long and 40 lbs)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a week on your second trash day
Placement
Place items at the curb no earlier than dusk the night before collection and no later than 7:00 AM on the day of pickup.
Accepted
- ✓ Wood furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Carpeting (cut and bundled into max 4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Large household non-metal items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Metal appliances (these are picked up Wednesdays)
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Tires and car batteries
- ✕ Paint and chemicals
Bulk pickup for standard household items is included in town services at no extra charge, provided building materials are not included.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Regular sanitation and recycling pickups are subject to change during holiday weeks. Always check the town's annual sanitation booklet for exact date shifts.
Yard Waste Exception
Wednesday metal pickup is completely suspended during any week that contains a holiday.
A holiday shift typically pushes collections back one day, but refer to the specific Section 1-4 calendar maps provided by the Highway Department.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Weigh Down Your Paper Recycling
Windy days can create neighborhood litter. When placing newspapers or loose cardboard in your recycling bin, local rules require you to place a weight on top to prevent the paper from blowing away into the streets.
Remove Refrigerator Doors
If you are placing a refrigerator or freezer on the curb for a Wednesday metal pickup, state safety laws mandate that you must completely remove the door from the unit before placing it outside.
Never Use Plastic Bags for Leaves
The town's composting facility cannot process plastic. If you bag your leaves or grass clippings in standard plastic garbage bags, the Highway Department will leave them at the curb. Always use biodegradable paper bags.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
NovemberDuring the month of November, all Wednesday metal pickups are suspended. Leaf collection shifts from a set weekly schedule to an unscheduled basis, meaning crews sweep the town and pickup frequencies vary depending on total leaf volume.
Spring/Summer
April to OctoberGrass clippings and leaves are picked up on a reliable scheduled basis every Wednesday. Ensure branches are bundled and cut to four feet or less.
Winter
December to MarchTo accommodate town snowplows, overnight parking on Eastchester roadways is strictly prohibited between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM from December 1st through March 15th.
About Eastchester Waste Management
The Mill Road Dividing Line
In the Town of Eastchester, your weekly refuse pickup schedule is determined by your location relative to Mill Road. Homes located North of Mill Road receive household garbage collection on Mondays and Thursdays, with bulk items taken on Thursdays. Properties South of Mill Road are serviced on Tuesdays and Fridays, with bulk pickup assigned to Fridays. Residents must have their items at the curb by 7:00 AM on their scheduled days, but no earlier than dusk the night before.
Wednesdays Are for Green Waste and Metal
Wednesdays in Eastchester are dedicated to specialized collections. The Highway Department uses this mid-week day to collect curbside metal, including appliances like refrigerators and washing machines. Wednesdays are also designated for organic yard waste pickups, such as grass clippings and leaves, during the active growing season. Notably, metal collection is entirely suspended during holiday weeks and throughout the entire month of November to allow crews to focus on fall leaf cleanup.
24/7 Residential Food Scrap Drop-Off
Eastchester strongly encourages composting through its voluntary Residential Food Scrap Program. Instead of tossing food waste into the regular trash, residents can bring their scraps to the 24/7 drop-off site located at the dead end of Farella Way. This service is strictly for residential use, and all food scraps must be contained within BPI-certified compostable bags, which can be conveniently purchased at the Town Clerk's office at 40 Mill Road.
Zero Tolerance for Construction Debris
If you are planning a DIY home renovation, you will need to arrange your own waste disposal. The Eastchester Highway Department strictly refuses to collect any building materials. This includes concrete, asphalt, plaster, tile, sheetrock, wood, windows, insulation, roofing material, and even dirt or rocks. You must hire a private carter or contractor to haul away construction-related refuse.
Drop-off Facilities
Farella Way Food Scrap Drop-Off
Dead End of Farella Way (formerly Burnham Road), Eastchester, NY
Materials Accepted
Westchester County Household-Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF)
15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I dispose of old televisions or computer monitors in Eastchester?
Electronic waste, including TVs and laptops, is not collected curbside by the Eastchester Highway Department. Residents must bring these items to the Westchester County Household-Material Recovery Facility in Valhalla or local e-waste drop-off events.
Will the town pick up debris from my bathroom remodel?
No. The Town of Eastchester explicitly prohibits the collection of construction materials, including tile, sheetrock, concrete, and wood fixtures. You must hire a private contractor to dispose of these items.
What are the rules for throwing out an old refrigerator?
Refrigerators are collected as part of the Wednesday metal pickup. State law requires that you remove the doors before placing the unit on the curb. You do not currently need to remove the Freon beforehand.
Why didn't the town pick up my metal items this week?
Wednesday metal collection is automatically suspended during any week that contains a town-observed holiday. Additionally, metal pickup is completely paused for the entire month of November to prioritize fall leaf collection.