Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Huntington
Trash Day
Twice weekly, either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Every Wednesday on an alternating dual-stream schedule (paper/cardboard one week, bottles/cans/plastics the next week).
Yard Waste
Designated weeks on Fridays (for Monday/Thursday trash routes) or Thursdays (for Tuesday/Friday trash routes).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM for trash and yard waste (5:00 AM for recycling), or after 6:00 PM the evening before.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside refuse and recycling collection services are funded through the Town of Huntington property tax warrant rather than a separate utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior Low-Income Exemption and Enhanced/Basic STAR property tax relief programs are available for eligible homeowners.
Any standard rigid container Bin (Trash)
Bins must be under 42 gallons and weigh less than 50 lbs. Do not place at the curb before 6:00 PM the night before.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household waste
- ✓Non-recyclable paper
- ✓Food wrappers
Blue bin or any rigid container with 'Huntington Recycles' sticker Bin (Recycling)
Items must be loose (not bagged), clean, and have caps/lids removed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1, #2)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Aerosol cans
- ✕Soiled cardboard
Yard Waste Bin
Bundles must not exceed 48 inches by 18 inches and must weigh less than 75 lbs. Do not fill containers more than 12 inches above the rim.
Accepted Items
- ✓Twigs and branches
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Hedge clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your second garbage collection day
Placement
Do not set out until the night before your scheduled second collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household objects
- ✓ Construction and demolition items from DIY projects
Not Accepted
- ✕ Appliances
- ✕ Large metal items (requires separate call)
- ✕ E-waste
- ✕ Hazardous waste
Standard bulk collection is included; however, appliances and metal items require a pre-scheduled pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Collection schedules often shift during weeks with observed holidays. Please check the annual trash calendar or call the 311/EWM department to confirm your makeup day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection may be suspended or delayed during holiday weeks to prioritize household refuse.
Always check your specific annual calendar, as holiday impacts vary by route.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
General Maintenance
Year-roundAlways clear snow and ice away from your curb during winter months to ensure your bins are accessible to sanitation trucks.
Autumn
October - DecemberLeaf collection is a high-volume season. Please ensure all yard waste bundles are tied securely to prevent debris from blowing into storm drains.
Winter
JanuaryRemember to prepare your bulk items properly and do not leave them at the curb during heavy snow events, as they may interfere with snow plowing operations.
Local Tips & Community Info
Refuse Collection Mechanics in Huntington
Local households receive two standard refuse pickups weekly through contracted carters managed by the Department of Environmental Waste Control. To guarantee your bins are emptied, place them at the curbline by 6:00 AM on your assigned mornings. Do not leave materials out days in advance; town ordinances require that bins be brought to the street no earlier than the evening before service. Adhering to this timeline prevents wildlife from tearing into bags overnight and keeps suburban streetscapes free of clutter.
Capacity and Weight Constraints
Sanitation employees manually handle thousands of pounds daily, so worker safety dictates strict limits. Your personal garbage pails must not exceed a 32-gallon capacity. Furthermore, the maximum allowable weight for any single container or standalone sealed bag is 50 pounds. Carters will intentionally leave behind any oversized barrels or excessively heavy loads, placing the burden of repacking squarely on the homeowner. Consistently violating these size ordinances can result in official warnings from local code enforcement.
The Alternating Recycling Program
Huntington mandates a dual-stream sorting method for all residential addresses. Instead of mixing everything together, locals must alternate materials weekly. Paper and flattened corrugated cardboard are collected during one cycle, while the next week is exclusively for rinsed glass, aluminum, and plastics labeled with codes 1 and 2. Ensure these items remain loose in your town-designated recycling bucket, as plastic grocery sacks will jam the material recovery facility's equipment and contaminate the entire load.
Yard Waste and Brush Guidelines
Keeping Long Island properties beautiful generates substantial organic debris. Leaves and grass clippings must be packed into biodegradable paper yard bags or placed in uncovered 32-gallon pails. For thicker branches, residents must cut the wood into lengths shorter than four feet and tie them into manageable bundles weighing under 50 pounds. Plastic bags used for organics will be completely ignored by the collection crews, forcing you to re-bag the materials for the following week.
The New York Avenue Recycling Center
For materials banned from curbside trucks, the Huntington Recycling Center at 641 New York Avenue serves as the primary drop-off hub. Locals can legally discard electronic waste, such as old televisions and computer monitors, alongside scrap metal and waste oil. Entry requires a valid driver's license confirming your township residency. Commercial vehicles and private contractors are strictly prohibited from utilizing these residential dumpsters, ensuring the facility remains dedicated solely to Huntington homeowners.
Drop-off Facilities
Huntington Recycling Center
100 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight limit for my garbage cans in Huntington?
A fully loaded garbage pail or an individual tied trash bag must weigh no more than 50 pounds. The can itself must have a maximum capacity of 32 gallons.
Does the town collect paper and plastic on the same day?
No. Huntington operates on a dual-stream alternating schedule. Paper and cardboard are collected one week, while glass, metals, and plastics are picked up the following week.
Where can I safely dispose of a broken television?
Curbside trucks will not take electronic waste. Residents must transport old TVs, computers, and monitors directly to the Huntington Recycling Center located on New York Avenue.