Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Webster
Trash Day
Collection days depend on the private hauler you hire, as the Town of Webster does not provide municipal trash collection.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is provided by your licensed private garbage hauler on your scheduled service day.
Yard Waste
Provided by private haulers or seasonal town/village drop-off and pickup programs.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection is open-market subscription in Webster; residents must choose and pay a licensed private hauler directly.
Billing Cycle
Monthly or Quarterly (billed directly by chosen private hauler)
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone (varies by private hauler)
Pro Tip / Discount
No town-wide discounts; check with individual private haulers for senior or low-volume options.
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Must be bagged and placed in covered containers. Private haulers dictate exact curbside times, though most require bins out by 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
Varies by private hauler Bin (Recycling)
Never bag your recyclables. Leave them loose in your designated hauler bin. Clean and dry all containers before disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal and tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1-#7
- ✓Clean cardboard
- ✓Newspapers and mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Paint cans
- ✕Batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Village residents must place brush out by Sunday night before the first full week of the month. Town residents must coordinate yard waste with their private hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush and branches (1 to 6 inches thick)
- ✓Autumn leaves
- ✓Christmas trees
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Scheduled via private hauler.
Placement
Bulk items must be scheduled directly with your hauler and should not be placed curbside until the confirmed pickup date to avoid neighborhood code violations.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Household appliances
- ✓ Scrap metal (varies by hauler)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Wet paint
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
- ✕ Electronics
Fees for bulky item removal are set independently by your private waste management company.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday collection delays are completely dependent on your specific private hauler's schedule. Typically, service is delayed by one day if a major holiday falls on a weekday.
Yard Waste Exception
Village of Webster DPW brush collection is usually scheduled for the first full week of the month, which may shift slightly depending on Monday holidays.
Always verify your exact holiday schedule directly with your contracted hauler (e.g., WM, Casella, or Cook's Disposal).
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayTown of Webster residents can request home deliveries of bucket or truckloads of leaf mulch and wood chips from the Highway Department for a $50 fee starting in early spring.
Fall
October - DecemberThe Village of Webster deploys leaf vacuum trucks daily from the time leaves begin to fall until the first heavy snowstorm or early December. Rake leaves to the curb, keeping them out of the gutters.
Winter
December - FebruaryThe Town of Webster Highway Department accepts Christmas tree drop-offs from December 26th through February 28th. Village residents can place Christmas trees curbside during the January brush pickup week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Refuse Collection Regulations in Webster
In the Town of Webster, affectionately known as 'Where Life Is Worth Living,' household garbage collection operates on a subscription basis. Homeowners independently hire licensed private haulers to manage their weekly refuse. To maintain neighborhood aesthetics, the town code dictates that garbage cans must only be placed at the curb after 4:00 PM the day preceding collection and must be removed by midnight on the day of service.
Monroe County Recycling Mandates
Because Webster falls under Monroe County's jurisdiction, all contracted sanitation companies are required to adhere to the county's strict recycling protocols. Acceptable items include rinsed glass jars, flattened corrugated cardboard, and plastic containers labeled #1 through #5. A critical rule to remember: never put plastic shopping bags or black trash bags in your recycling bin, as these materials entangle the sorting equipment at the regional materials recovery facility.
Spring and Fall Brush Pickup Program
While private companies handle everyday trash, the Webster Highway Department provides a highly valued, complimentary brush collection service during specific spring and fall weeks. Crews pass through each town zone precisely one time per season. To participate, residents must stack cut branches—no longer than eight feet and no thicker than eight inches—neatly parallel to the roadway. Roots, stumps, and grass clippings are strictly prohibited from these municipal brush piles.
Disposing of Hazardous and Electronic Materials
Paint thinners, rechargeable batteries, and broken televisions cannot legally be tossed into your weekly trash bin. Webster residents are encouraged to utilize the Monroe County ecopark facility on Avis Drive in Rochester for all household hazardous waste and e-waste. While most electronic drop-offs are free, appointments are mandatory for hazardous chemicals and can be scheduled directly through the ecopark website.
Autumn Leaf Vacuuming Services
As autumn arrives, the town deploys leaf vacuums to clear fallen foliage from residential streets. Homeowners should rake loose leaves to the edge of the shoulder—not directly into the paved roadway or over storm drains, which can cause localized street flooding. The vacuum trucks follow a continuous, rotating schedule starting in mid-October, so daily monitoring of the town’s progress map is the best way to time your yard work.
Drop-off Facilities
High Acres Landfill and Recycling Center
425 Perinton Pkwy, Fairport, NY 14450
Materials Accepted
Alpco Recycling
846 Macedon Center Rd, Macedon, NY 14502
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Town of Webster pay for my weekly garbage pickup?
No, municipal taxes do not cover refuse collection. Residents must independently contract with a town-licensed private waste hauler of their choosing.
What are the rules for leaving trash cans by the street?
Receptacles may be placed curbside starting at 4:00 PM the day before your scheduled pickup and must be returned to your property by midnight on the collection day.
Will the Highway Department take away grass clippings?
No. The town's seasonal brush pickup and autumn leaf vacuuming programs strictly exclude grass clippings, dirt, and root balls.