Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Perinton
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your street. Curbside household trash is collected weekly by your contracted private hauler, which aligns service with the Town's street-by-street schedule.
Recycling
Recycling is collected on your designated pickup day (weekly or bi-weekly depending on your private waste provider). Free recycling drop-off is also available at the High Acres Landfill Residential Drop-Off Center.
Yard Waste
Yard debris, brush, and scrap metal are collected weekly Monday through Friday on your designated street schedule by Town Highway Department crews. Bulk leaf vacuum collection runs seasonally in the spring and fall.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (no more than 24 hours in advance)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling are not funded through town taxes; homeowners subscribe directly to a permitted private hauler, while weekly yard waste and seasonal leaf removal are provided by the Town.
Billing Cycle
Varies by private hauler (typically Monthly or Quarterly)
Accepted Methods
Varies by private hauler (Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone)
Pro Tip / Discount
Residents aged 65 and older receive discounted rates for household trash drop-off at the High Acres Landfill with a Town resident sticker ($2 for one bag, $4 for two bags).
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Trash is managed exclusively by your contracted private hauler. Container rules and placement times will vary based on the specific company you hire.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
Varies by private hauler Bin (Recycling)
Curbside recycling must be handled by your private hauler. Alternatively, residents with a free permit can drop off mixed recyclables at the High Acres Landfill Residential Drop-Off Center.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Plastics #1, #2, #4, #5, #7
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Office paper and newspapers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Ceramics
- ✕Hazardous waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place loose yard debris in reusable containers without lids (50 lbs or less). Bagged yard waste of any kind is strictly prohibited and will be left at the curb.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds and vines
- ✓Garden material
- ✓Tree limbs and branches
- ✓Christmas trees (unbagged)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly for Town-collected metals; Varies for household bulk via private hauler.
Placement
Place accepted metal items and tires at the curb alongside your yard debris on your scheduled town collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Washers and dryers
- ✓ Air conditioners and dehumidifiers
- ✓ Refrigerators (doors completely removed)
- ✓ Metal bathtubs and stoves
- ✓ Metal posts and pipes (cut to 4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Bare vehicle tires (no rims)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Furniture and mattresses
- ✕ Carpeting
- ✕ Toilets and sinks
- ✕ Wood fencing and cabinets
- ✕ Drywall, roofing, and construction lumber
- ✕ Railroad ties and utility poles
Town pickup of metal and tires is provided at no extra cost. Private haulers will charge varying fees for household furniture and construction debris removal.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Private trash haulers operate on their own independent holiday schedules. You must contact your specific hauler to confirm delays for household garbage and recycling.
Yard Waste Exception
When a town-observed holiday occurs during the work week, the collection of YARD DEBRIS and METALS by the Town of Perinton will be delayed by one day.
Items should not be placed curbside more than 24 hours in advance of your scheduled collection day, except for bulk fall leaves.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall
September - DecemberThe town's bulk leaf collection program runs from Labor Day until the first snowfall. Because crews service 17,000 properties, it can take 4 to 6 weeks for the vacuum trucks to complete a full town-wide cycle.
Spring
MayEvery Friday in May, the Department of Public Works hauls free wood mulch to the Perinton Community Center North Parking Lot. This mulch is generated from the town's tree collections and is available for residents to take and use.
Winter
December - MarchDuring major winter storms, the Highway Department heavily prioritizes snow and ice removal. On days with heavy snowfall, town collection of yard debris and metal appliances may be delayed or temporarily suspended.
Local Tips & Community Info
Welcome to Perinton Trash and Recycling Services
In the Town of Perinton, New York, maintaining a clean and beautiful community is a top priority. Unlike municipalities with a single town-managed sanitation department, Perinton operates under an open-market system for household waste. Since 2022, residents have the freedom to choose their preferred private waste hauler for both refuse and recycling services. Companies like Waste Management (WM) and local independent haulers are fully permitted to operate within the town, offering customized service schedules depending on your specific neighborhood route.
Curbside Recycling Guidelines and Accepted Materials
New York State and local Perinton laws require all residential refuse haulers to provide curbside recycling collection. When organizing your household recyclables, stick to plastics labeled #1 through #7, clean paper, metal cans, glass bottles, and cardboard boxes. Make sure to remove any plastic liners from cereal boxes and strictly avoid placing plastic grocery bags in your recycling bin. If you are discarding sensitive financial documents, shred them and place them in clear plastic bags before placing them in the bin.
Bulk Waste, Yard Debris, and Extra Trash Allowances
Handling a seasonal cleanout or a minor home project? Most major providers in Perinton, such as Waste Management, provide a 96-gallon container for standard weekly trash service. Alongside your main cart, many haulers allow up to six extra 30-gallon bags of trash or one large bulk item per week at no extra charge. For yard waste and heavy landscaping debris, residents can utilize seasonal yard waste pickups or transport materials directly to local drop-off sites.
Utilizing the High Acres Landfill Residential Drop-Off
If you prefer not to contract with a curbside hauling company, or if you simply generate excess recyclables, you have another great option. The Town of Perinton allows residents to use the Residential Drop-off Facility located at the High Acres Landfill. You can drop off your sorted recyclables entirely free of charge. This is an excellent alternative for residents looking for flexibility and a way to actively participate in the town's green initiatives.
Holiday Schedule Delays and Missed Pickups
Holidays can occasionally disrupt the normal sanitation flow in Perinton. When major holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or the Fourth of July fall on a weekday, expect your trash and recycling collection to be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week. If your bins were out by 6:00 AM on your scheduled day and were still missed, contact your specific independent hauler directly, as the Town of Perinton does not dispatch the collection trucks.
Bin Placement Tips for Seamless Collection
To guarantee smooth and efficient pickups, it is important to follow proper cart placement rules. Place your trash and recycling toters at the end of your driveway, keeping them at least three feet away from mailboxes, parked vehicles, and utility poles. The lid must be completely closed to prevent litter from blowing into Perinton's streets. Make sure the handle and wheels are facing your house to accommodate the automated lifting arms used by local haulers.
Drop-off Facilities
Monroe County ecopark
10 Avion Drive, Rochester, NY 14624
Materials Accepted
High Acres Landfill Residential Drop-Off Center
425 Perinton Parkway, Fairport, NY 14450
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to use a specific trash company in Perinton?
No. Perinton residents have the freedom of choice to select any town-permitted private waste hauler that best fits their budget, bin size preferences, and service needs.
How do I dispose of a large piece of furniture?
Most primary haulers in the area allow residents to place one bulk item at the curb per week alongside their regular trash. It is always recommended to call your specific provider 24 hours in advance to notify them.
Can I drop off recycling myself if I do not want curbside service?
Yes! Residents can use the Residential Drop-off Facility at High Acres Landfill to dispose of household recyclables completely free of charge.