Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Easton
Trash Day
Collection occurs weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, depending on your neighborhood zone (e.g., South Side is collected on Thursdays).
Recycling
Weekly, collected on the same day as your regular trash collection.
Yard Waste
Available via drop-off at the City Recycling Center and during seasonal curbside leaf and Christmas tree collection programs.
Set Out Time
Between 5:00 PM the evening before and 5:00 AM on collection day.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Garbage fees are billed monthly alongside municipal sewer and stormwater charges on your City of Easton utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
A senior citizen discount is available for eligible residents.
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
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.
Local Tips & Community Info
Weekly Trash Limits & Collection Guidelines in Easton
Keeping Easton clean requires cooperation from all residents. The city has established specific limits to maintain efficient routes. Each household is permitted to place up to four 32-gallon containers of household refuse at the curb per week. To protect sanitation workers, no single bag or container should weigh more than 40 pounds. Bins must not be placed outside before 5:00 PM on the evening prior to your designated collection day. Making sure your bags are properly tied and secured inside an appropriate can helps prevent litter from blowing down the street during windy Pennsylvania weather.
Recycling Dos and Don'ts
Proper sorting is critical because contaminated loads often end up in the landfill. Acceptable items include plastics numbered 1 through 7 (though 1 and 2 are preferred), clean cardboard, and printed paper. Always rinse food debris from bottles and containers before tossing them in the bin. Cardboard boxes must be completely broken down flat. Crucially, plastic grocery bags, flexible packaging, styrofoam, and shredded paper are strictly prohibited from curbside recycling. If you use plastic bags to collect your recyclables in the house, empty the contents loosely into the bin and throw the bag in the regular trash.
Disposing of Large Bulk Items
Upgrading your living room furniture or replacing a bed? Easton allows households to toss one large bulk item per week alongside their standard garbage at no extra charge. Common examples include couches, tables, and chairs. If you are disposing of a mattress or a box spring, it is mandatory to seal it in plastic before putting it out; otherwise, it will be left behind. Please note that electronic waste, such as old televisions and desktop computers, cannot be disposed of curbside due to state environmental laws.
Yard Waste & Drop-Off Info
Seasonal landscaping debris needs to be handled responsibly. Residents can substitute bags or bundled brush for up to two of their standard trash cans, provided the bundles weigh under 40 pounds and are no larger than three feet long. For those with larger amounts of debris, the City of Easton Recycling Drop-Off Center, located at 500 Bushkill Drive, is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. They accept yard waste like brush and leaves, but keep in mind that grass clippings, soil, and rocks are not permitted at the facility.
Holiday Schedule Adjustments
Throughout the year, major holidays will briefly pause normal sanitation operations. In Easton, collection is delayed by exactly one day following New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. For instance, if your normal day is Thursday and a holiday falls on a Monday, your cans will be emptied on Friday. If a holiday is not on this list, expect your neighborhood to be serviced on its standard schedule.
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
What is the weekly garbage limit in Easton, PA?
Residents are allowed a maximum of four 32-gallon trash containers per week, with each container weighing no more than 40 pounds.
How do I properly dispose of a mattress?
You can throw away one bulk item per week, including mattresses. However, mattresses and box springs must be fully wrapped in plastic before being placed at the curb.
Where can I drop off excess yard waste?
The City of Easton Recycling Drop-Off Center at 500 Bushkill Drive accepts brush and leaves on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Grass clippings are not accepted.