Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Easton
Pennsylvania waste collection runs weekly, with exact days varying by local township, borough, or city routing schedules.
State Mandate
Follow Act 101 guidelines for mandatory community recycling.
Resident-provided (Up to 32 gallons each) Bin (Trash)
You may place up to four 32-gallon containers out per week. All trash must be securely bagged within the containers. Place at the curb after 5:00 p.m. the night before collection, but no later than 5:00 a.m. on your pickup day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Lightly used textiles
City-issued 20-gallon container or equivalent Bin (Recycling)
Easton utilizes single-stream recycling. All recyclables must be placed loosely in the bin. Do not use plastic bags to hold your recyclables. Containers can be purchased at City Hall.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1 and #2 preferred)
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper and newspaper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves must be in clear bags, and brush must be tied in 3'x3'x2' bundles. You must call Public Works at 610-250-6680 to schedule a curbside pickup appointment. Grass clippings are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves (in clear bags)
- ✓Brush and limbs (max 40 lbs bundles)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One item per week on your regular collection day.
Placement
Place your single bulk item alongside your regular trash after 5:00 p.m. the night before your scheduled pickup day.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and large furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (MUST be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Carpet or rug (must be bundled)
- ✓ Stoves, washers, dryers, and water heaters
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and computers (E-waste)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid paint
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Automotive parts
One item is included in your regular service. Any appliances containing refrigerants (like freezers or AC units) must be certified deactivated by a professional at the owner's expense before pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by exactly one day for the entire week following these five specific holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is strictly by appointment, so holidays will simply shift available scheduling days with the Public Works Department.
Holidays such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Easter, Fourth of July, and Columbus Day DO NOT cause collection delays in Easton. Set your trash out on your normal day.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Wrap All Mattresses
Before placing your one allowed bulk item at the curb, ensure mattresses and box springs are completely sealed in plastic. This mandatory rule protects Whitetail Disposal workers from potential pests and bed bugs.
Professional Certification for Refrigerators
Never place a fridge, water cooler, or AC unit at the curb without a professional maintenance tag. Federal law requires all Freon (CFCs) to be extracted and certified before the city's hauler will collect the appliance.
No Plastic Bags in the Recycling Bin
Single-stream recycling in Easton means paper, glass, and plastic all go into the same container. However, never place your recyclables inside a plastic garbage bag, as they jam the mechanical sorting screens at the processing facility.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberThe city operates vacuum trucks for loose leaves raked to the curb. However, due to weather and equipment limitations, the city recommends bagging leaves in clear bags and calling Public Works for a guaranteed scheduled pickup.
Spring to Summer
April to SeptemberDuring prime mowing season, remember that grass clippings are strictly prohibited from curbside pickup or drop-off. You must use a mulching mower or participate in the Cut & Leave program to naturally decompose clippings.
Winter
December to FebruaryCheck Easton Alerts for winter weather collection delays. If a snow emergency is declared, pull your containers back from the curb to allow plows to safely clear the streets without destroying your bins.
About Easton Waste Management
Strict Bagging and Four-Container Weekly Trash Limit
Easton residents are serviced by Whitetail Disposal and are permitted to place up to four 32-gallon containers of trash at the curb each week. A critical rule to remember is that all garbage must be bagged before being placed inside your cans. Loose trash, or white kitchen bags sitting directly on the curb without a proper 30-gallon black outer bag or solid receptacle, will result in citations and skipped collections.
Properly Preparing Weekly Bulk Items and Freon Appliances
Households are allowed one free bulk item per week alongside their regular refuse. While items like sofas and stoves are straightforward, others require preparation. Mattresses and box springs must be entirely wrapped in plastic. If you are discarding a refrigerator, freezer, or air conditioner, you must remove all doors and have a certified technician tag the appliance, proving all CFC and HCFC refrigerants were legally extracted.
Year-Round Clear Bag Leaf Appointments
Easton offers a highly unique and convenient approach to leaf disposal. While many cities only collect leaves in the autumn, Easton allows residents to bag leaves in clear plastic bags and call the Public Works Department at 610-250-6680 to schedule a curbside pickup any time of the year. During the traditional fall leaf season from October to December, vacuum trucks will sweep curbside piles, but the clear bag appointment system remains the most reliable method.
Grass Clippings and the Cut & Leave Initiative
Unlike leaves and brush, the City of Easton does not provide curbside pickup for grass clippings due to pesticide contamination and composting difficulties. Instead, the Public Works Department strongly urges residents and commercial landscapers to participate in the 'Cut & Leave Program.' By using mulching blades and leaving clippings on the lawn, you naturally provide your grass with up to 25% of its required annual fertilizer needs.
Recycling Drop-Off at the Public Works Complex
If you accumulate more cardboard or recyclables than your curbside bin can hold, or if you need to dispose of small amounts of brush, you can visit the Easton Public Works Complex at 500 Bushkill Drive. The drop-off center is uniquely open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Remember that official 20-gallon recycling bins can be purchased for just $10 at the Finance Office on the second floor of City Hall.
Drop-off Facilities
Easton Public Works Complex (Recycling & Brush Drop-Off)
500 Bushkill Drive, Easton, PA 18042
Materials Accepted
Northampton County Household Hazardous Waste Events
Varies (Annual County Events)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How much trash can I put out each week in Easton?
Each household is permitted to place up to four 32-gallon containers of garbage at the curb per week. All trash must be securely bagged inside the containers. You are also allowed one bulk item per week.
Does Whitetail Disposal pick up televisions in Easton?
No. By Pennsylvania state law, televisions, computers, and monitors cannot be placed in the regular trash. You must take electronic waste to designated e-cycling events or approved drop-off centers in Northampton County.
How do I get rid of yard waste and leaves in Easton?
Leaves must be placed in clear plastic bags, and brush must be tied in bundles (max 40 lbs) or put in up to two single garbage bags. Once prepared, you must call Public Works at 610-250-6680 to schedule a curbside pickup appointment.
Will my trash be delayed on the Fourth of July?
No! Easton only observes five major holidays for trash delays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Service runs on a completely normal schedule for the Fourth of July, MLK Day, and Presidents' Day.