Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hatfield
Trash Day
Trash collection is subscription-based; residents must contract with a licensed private hauler who determines the specific pickup day.
Recycling
Scheduled by your contracted private waste hauler.
Yard Waste
Monthly drop-off is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Public Works Building (2590 Unionville Pike), alongside seasonal fall leaf collection.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Because Hatfield Township operates an open market for residential trash services, you pay your waste hauler directly rather than receiving a municipal utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly or Monthly (set by private hauler)
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone (varies by private hauler)
Varies by private hauler Bin (Trash)
Trash collection limits, cart sizes, and set-out times depend entirely on the private hauler you select. Most require bins to be at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and styrofoam
Varies (Borough provides bins to new residents) Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is mandatory. All items must be placed loosely in the bin. Corrugated cardboard is often excluded from curbside pickup by haulers and should be taken to the 3rd Saturday drop-off event.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum, steel, and bimetal cans
- ✓Clear, amber, and green glass jars/bottles
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and food cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics (E-waste)
- ✕Household hazardous waste
Yard Waste Bin
Township residents can use the 3rd Saturday drop-off at Public Works. Borough residents have seasonal curbside collections but must use biodegradable paper bags (available for purchase at the Borough Office).
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves in biodegradable brown paper bags
- ✓Tree branches (under 6 inches in diameter)
- ✓Garden residue
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by private hauler contract
Placement
Place your scheduled bulk item at the curb next to your regular bins on the day authorized by your specific hauler.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and wooden tables
- ✓ Mattresses (usually must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Couches and bulky chairs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and computers (banned by PA law)
- ✕ Hazardous liquids and wet paint
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
Most private haulers require 48 hours advance notice for bulk items, and appliances containing Freon (like refrigerators) typically incur an extra disposal fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday delays depend entirely on your chosen private hauler. Most major haulers (like Republic Services and Waste Management) observe standard national holidays and push collection schedules back by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
The Township's 3rd Saturday yard waste drop-off operates independently of private hauler holiday schedules but may close during severe winter weather emergencies.
Always contact your specific service provider directly or check their online portal to confirm how a major holiday impacts your neighborhood's route.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayHatfield Borough offers specialized leaf and grass clipping collection on the last two Mondays in April, followed by a curbside branch chipping event on the first Monday in May.
Fall
October - DecemberThe Borough conducts its second annual branch chipping on the first Monday in October. Curbside leaf collection for Borough residents then runs every Monday from late October through the first Monday in December.
Winter
December - JanuaryTownship residents can drop off bare Christmas trees at the Hatfield Community Park and Pool starting December 26th. Borough residents receive curbside tree pickup on the first two Mondays of January.
Local Tips & Community Info
Navigating Private Hauler Subscriptions
In the Hatfield community, residential waste management operates through a privatized subscription model rather than a single municipal fleet. Homeowners are responsible for selecting and contracting with licensed private haulers—such as Waste Management, J.P. Mascaro & Sons, or Advanced Disposal—that service the Montgomery County region. Because collection days, exact container rules, and holiday schedules vary based on the specific company you hire, residents must verify their pickup times directly with their chosen provider. However, all operating haulers must adhere to local ordinances, which strictly prohibit illegal dumping and mandate the integration of household recycling services alongside standard garbage removal.
Mandatory Single-Stream Recycling Rules
Whether you reside in the Borough or the Township, participation in curbside recycling is required by local ordinance. Hatfield utilizes a single-stream recycling approach, meaning you do not need to separate your paper products from your plastics. Acceptable materials include plastics stamped with numbers 1 through 7, clear, amber, and green glass containers, aluminum and bimetal cans, and bundled newspapers. It is essential to thoroughly wash all food residue from jars and bottles to prevent pest issues and contamination. Furthermore, never bag your recyclables in plastic grocery sacks, as these flexible plastics will jam the sorting machinery at the regional processing centers.
Monthly Cardboard and Yard Waste Drop-Off
Because many private trash haulers do not readily collect large quantities of corrugated cardboard or landscaping debris, the local government offers a supplemental drop-off program. On the third Saturday of every month, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, residents can bring their materials to the Public Works Building located at 2590 Unionville Pike. You may dispose of flattened cardboard and moderate amounts of yard waste, including leaves, garden residue, and small tree branches. Branches must be manageable, and residents are limited to two drop-off trips per Saturday. Please note that grass clippings are strictly prohibited from this facility.
Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Recycling
When the winter holidays conclude, disposing of a live evergreen tree can be a hassle if left to standard curbside pickup. To assist the community, Hatfield organizes a dedicated Christmas tree recycling initiative. Beginning on December 26th and running through the entire month of January, residents can transport their undecorated trees to the Hatfield Community Park and Pool. Trees must be completely stripped of all ornaments, tinsel, lights, and plastic tree bags before being placed in the designated collection zone, where they will be chipped and repurposed into environmentally friendly mulch.
Handling Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste
Under Pennsylvania state law, covered electronic devices such as televisions, computers, and monitors cannot be thrown in the standard trash. Furthermore, hazardous materials like motor oil, swimming pool chemicals, and oil-based paints pose severe environmental risks if sent to a landfill. To manage these dangerous items, Hatfield residents must utilize the specialized collection events organized by Montgomery County. The county hosts multiple household hazardous waste, tire collection, and paper shredding events throughout the year. For electronics, locals are encouraged to use year-round drop-off programs at retailers like Best Buy or Staples, which accept various computer accessories free of charge.
Drop-off Facilities
Hatfield Township Public Works Building
2590 Unionville Pike, Hatfield, PA 19440
Materials Accepted
Barnside Farm Compost Facility
991 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473
Materials Accepted
Hatfield Community Park and Pool
2500 Chestnut Street, Hatfield, PA 19440
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the municipality provide residential trash collection?
No, Hatfield residents must independently contract with a licensed private waste hauler, such as J.P. Mascaro & Sons or Waste Management, for their weekly curbside pickup.
Where can I dispose of excess cardboard and branches?
There is a municipal drop-off event at the Public Works Building (2590 Unionville Pike) on the third Saturday of every month from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM for cardboard and yard debris.
Are grass clippings accepted at the yard waste drop-off?
No, grass clippings are explicitly prohibited at the municipal drop-off facility. Residents should mulch them back into their lawns or consult their private hauler.