Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Queensbury
Trash Day
The Town of Queensbury does not provide municipal curbside trash collection. Residents may drop off household trash on a pay-per-bag basis at the Town Transfer Stations (Ridge Road: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday; Luzerne Road: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday) or contract directly with a private hauler (e.g., Casella, Ace Carting, Republic Services).
Recycling
Recyclables (clean and sorted) can be dropped off free of charge at both Town Transfer Stations during normal operating hours, or collected curbside according to your private hauler's schedule.
Yard Waste
Seasonal curbside brush and bagged leaf collection is conducted each spring by the Town Highway Department. Yard waste and brush are also accepted year-round for a fee at the Ridge Road Transfer Station.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Town transfer stations operate on a pay-per-bag fee schedule. Municipal water and sewer are billed quarterly in February, May, August, and November, while curbside trash is billed directly through your private hauler.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Automatic Bank Draft, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
N/A (Transfer Station Drop-Off or Private Hauler Cart) Bin (Trash)
At transfer stations, fees are assessed per bag size (up to 16 gal, 17-48 gal, 49-90 gal). All garbage must be securely bagged. Curbside rules vary by private hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household trash
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper
N/A (Sorted Drop-Off or Private Hauler Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables dropped at the transfer stations must be clean, dry, and pre-sorted. Cardboard must be flattened. Do not bag recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1-5 (clean)
- ✓Tin and aluminum cans
- ✓Clear and colored glass
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
- ✓Newspaper and office paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Waxed cardboard
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Flower pots
- ✕Oil or anti-freeze containers
Yard Waste Bin
Accepted ONLY at the Ridge Road Transfer Station. Plastic bags must be completely emptied into the pile. Logs and stumps are prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Pine needles
- ✓Brush (under 6 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Available year-round during regular Transfer Station hours
Placement
Check in with the transfer station attendant upon arrival to declare your bulk items and pay the associated disposal fees before unloading.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Sofas and sectionals
- ✓ Large chairs
- ✓ Construction and Demolition (C&D) debris
- ✓ Appliances (with and without refrigerant)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Liquid paints
- ✕ Medical waste
- ✕ Stumps and massive logs
Fees vary: Mattresses are $20 each, large sofas are $25, refrigerant appliances are $20, and C&D material is $35 per cubic yard.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The Queensbury Transfer Stations typically close on major federal holidays. For residents using private curbside haulers, collection is usually delayed by one day if the holiday falls on a weekday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste drop-off at Ridge Road is unavailable when the transfer station is closed for a holiday.
Always verify exact holiday closure dates on the Queensbury town portal, as standard operating days for Luzerne Road (Wed, Fri, Sat) and Ridge Road (Tue, Thu, Sat) may fluctuate around holidays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - FebruaryTransfer station hours may be impacted by severe Adirondack winter storms. Always check the town website or call ahead for weather-related closures before hauling your trash.
Spring
March - MayAs spring yard cleanup begins, remember that brush drop-off is exclusive to the Ridge Road location and branches cannot exceed 6 inches in diameter. Fees apply per truckload.
Autumn
September - NovemberPeak leaf season means busy compost piles at Ridge Road. Consider mulching leaves on your lawn or be prepared to empty all bagged pine needles and leaves directly into the designated compost zones.
Local Tips & Community Info
Navigating Household Waste in Queensbury
Unlike jurisdictions equipped with a universal municipal sanitation fleet, the Town of Queensbury operates on an open-market system for residential garbage removal. Homeowners are required to independently contract with private hauling companies for their weekly curbside pickup. Popular local providers include Casella, County Waste, and CV Waste, allowing residents to shop around for the most competitive monthly rates and ideal cart sizes. Because you are dealing with independent businesses, you will need to coordinate directly with your chosen vendor to determine your specific collection day and secure your designated trash and recycling bins.
The Ridge Road Transfer Station
For residents who prefer a self-serve approach to waste disposal or occasionally generate more trash than their private hauler allows, the local government operates a public drop-off facility. Located at 1396 Ridge Road, the Ridge Road Transfer Station accepts standard municipal solid waste and recyclables. This site is particularly useful for clearing out excess cardboard, bulk household items, or heavy refuse that curbside trucks cannot accommodate. It is highly recommended to verify current hours and associated tipping fees by calling the facility before loading your vehicle.
The Community ReUse Shed
In a strong effort to divert perfectly usable goods from the regional landfill, Queensbury recently introduced a ReUse Shed at the Ridge Road Transfer Station. This community-focused initiative allows residents to drop off gently used items, such as small furniture or home goods, so that neighbors can claim them for free. The shed has strict operational rules, notably prohibiting residents from leaving items outside when an attendant is not actively on duty to evaluate the drop-off.
Seasonal Yard Debris by Ward
While weekly garbage is handled privately, the Town of Queensbury does assist its citizens with heavy seasonal yard maintenance. Each spring, the municipality orchestrates a comprehensive yard waste collection program, dividing the pickups systematically by town Wards. Residents must place their biodegradable paper bags filled with leaves, along with neatly tied branch bundles, at the edge of the street by the Sunday evening preceding their Ward's scheduled collection week. Additionally, a public compost pile is generally accessible on Saturday mornings for residents who wish to manually unload organic yard clippings.
Winter Weather and Holiday Schedules
Because multiple private sanitation trucks traverse Queensbury's neighborhoods, holiday and weather-related disruptions can vary slightly depending on your provider. However, the standard industry rule applies: if a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Independence Day falls on a weekday, all subsequent collections for that week will be delayed by one day. During severe Adirondack snowstorms, many haulers utilize mobile apps and text alerts to notify customers of delayed routes. To ensure pickup during winter months, residents must keep their carts free from snowbanks and clearly visible from the plowed roadway.
Drop-off Facilities
Luzerne Road Transfer Station
Luzerne Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Materials Accepted
Ridge Road Transfer Station
1396 Ridge Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Queensbury have a town-operated garbage truck service?
No, the town does not provide universal curbside pickup. Residents must either hire a private sanitation company, such as County Waste or CV Waste, or transport their own garbage to the transfer facility.
Where is the local dump or transfer station located?
The primary waste facility for residents is the Ridge Road Transfer Station, which is physically located at 1396 Ridge Road, Queensbury, NY.
How does the town handle spring yard waste?
Queensbury organizes a specialized spring yard waste pickup route that operates by specific town Wards. Residents must have their leaf bags and branch bundles at the curb by Sunday of their designated week.