Any (32-gallon metal or plastic can with lid recommended) Bin (Trash)
Limit of five (5) cans, bags, or bundles of non-recyclable waste per residential unit per collection day. Cans should ideally be 32 gallons with covers. While heavy-duty plastic bags are permitted, they are not recommended due to animal vulnerabilities.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household waste
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable materials
Square Blue Recycling Container Bin (Recycling)
Place items in the official square blue recycling container. Newspapers should be placed in a brown paper shopping bag or securely tied before being placed in the blue container. Do not place paper in other non-designated bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspapers
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Hazardous items
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Light-weight plastic bags
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Wednesdays. Residents are allowed a maximum of 20 bags of leaves or yard waste per property. Do not rake yard debris into the street or gutters.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small yard debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (On your second refuse collection day)
Placement
Residents are limited to a total of six (6) bulk items and pails of construction debris each week. Place items curbside after 6:00 p.m. the night before your second collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Refrigerators and freezers
- ✓ Stoves, ovens, and microwaves
- ✓ Washing machines and dryers
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Air conditioners and hot water heaters
- ✓ Steel furniture and file cabinets
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronic waste (TVs, computers - requires appointment)
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Ammunition or explosives
Standard bulk items are collected free of charge. Electronic waste requires an appointment by calling (516) 377-2289.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Refuse collection is generally maintained on regular days, but during weeks with major observed holidays, your collection schedule may move forward by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Wednesday yard waste pickups may be skipped or altered during holiday weeks to accommodate the shifted household garbage routes.
Always refer to the official Village of Freeport annual sanitation calendar specific to your area (North or South) for exact holiday adjustments.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Household Waste Out of Blue Bins
Putting regular household trash or food waste in your square blue recycling container contaminates the entire truck's load. Mixing waste will result in your recycling being tagged and left at the curb by sanitation crews.
Use Brown Bags for Newspapers
When recycling paper, place newspapers in a brown paper shopping bag or tie them securely with twine before placing them in your blue bin. Light-weight plastic grocery bags are strictly prohibited in the recycling stream.
Separate E-Waste from Bulk Appliances
E-waste (like flat-screen TVs or laptops) requires a special scheduled pickup. Do not mix these items with large metal bulk appliances (like dishwashers or refrigerators), which can simply go out on your second weekly trash day without an appointment.
Seasonal Information
Spring / Summer
April - AugustTo protect Freeport's surrounding waterways, avoid applying fertilizers or pesticides if rain is predicted within 48 hours. Never wash your car in the driveway where soap can enter the storm drains; use commercial car washes or wash on gravel/grass.
Fall
September - NovemberDuring autumn cleanup, remember that the DPW collects a maximum of 20 bags of leaves per property on Wednesday yard waste days. Leaves must be bagged; blowing them into the street is a violation of village code.
Winter
December - MarchDuring major winter holiday weeks (such as Christmas or New Year's), standard collection days may move forward by one day. Ensure your bins are visible over snowbanks and placed at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before.
About Freeport Waste Management
Freeport's Two-Zone Waste Collection System
The Village of Freeport operates a twice-a-week garbage collection system split primarily into North and South geographic sections. Standard refuse is collected either on Mondays and Thursdays (South) or Tuesdays and Fridays (North). To ensure reliable pickup and prevent missed service, residents must place their cans or heavy-duty bags at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before their scheduled collection, but no later than 7:00 a.m. on the day of pickup.
Mandatory Special Pickups for Electronic Waste
In compliance with New York State environmental laws, electronic waste such as computers, televisions, monitors, and peripherals cannot be mixed with standard household garbage or bulk trash. Freeport residents are required to schedule a special electronics pickup by directly calling the Department of Public Works. However, standard mechanical household appliances—like microwaves, washers, and stoves—are not classified as e-waste and can conveniently be placed out on your regular bulk collection day.
Strict Yard Waste and Stormwater Guidelines
The village implements stringent rules regarding yard debris to protect local waterways from harmful runoff. Collected on Wednesdays, residents are permitted to place out a maximum of 20 bags of leaves or yard clippings per property. Under the village's Storm Water Guide, it is strictly prohibited to rake, sweep, or blow leaves and grass clippings into the street, gutters, or storm drains, as this causes severe blockages and localized flooding.
Partnering with the Town of Hempstead for Hazardous Waste
The Village of Freeport does not collect household hazardous waste at the curb. To safely dispose of dangerous materials—including aerosol cans, antifreeze, oil-based paint, pesticides, and pool chemicals—the village partners with the Town of Hempstead's S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) program. Residents can drop off these toxic items at designated monthly collection events to keep them out of local landfills and water systems.
Drop-off Facilities
Town of Hempstead Sanitation Facility (Merrick Dump)
1600 Merrick Road, Merrick, NY 11566
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the limit for weekly trash pickup in Freeport?
One-family residences, as well as legal two, three, and four-family residences per unit, are strictly limited to a total of five (5) cans, pails, bags, or bundles of non-recyclable waste on each of your two weekly collection days.
How do I dispose of a mattress or old refrigerator?
Mattresses, box springs, and large metal appliances (like refrigerators, air conditioners, and stoves) are considered bulk items. You can place up to six bulk items at the curb on your second garbage collection day of the week (Thursday or Friday) without needing to schedule a special appointment.
Does the village collect electronic waste like TVs or computers?
Yes, but it requires a special appointment. You must call the Department of Public Works at (516) 377-2289 to schedule a special pickup for computers, televisions, monitors, and other specific electronics. Note that standard household appliances (like microwaves and washers) do not fall under this e-waste rule.
What are the rules for Wednesday yard waste collection?
Yard waste is exclusively collected on Wednesdays. Residents are allowed to put out a maximum of 20 bags of leaves or yard clippings per property. You must never rake or blow leaves directly into the street or storm drains, as this violates village stormwater guidelines and pollutes local waterways.