Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Haverford
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.
Any standard color Bin (Trash)
Trash containers must be 50 gallons or less, with a strict 40-pound maximum weight limit per can. Bins must be placed at the curb by 6:30 AM.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household garbage
- ✓Grass clippings (bagged or loose in can)
- ✓Dried out latex paint
- ✓Food waste
Township-issued Blue Bin Bin (Recycling)
New residents can request a free recycling bin within their first 6 months. Cardboard must be flattened and tied into bundles weighing less than 40 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Flattened cardboard (bundled under 3 feet wide)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in a trash can (under 40 lbs). NO BAGS ALLOWED (no plastic, no paper, no biodegradable bags). No bamboo, dirt, leaves, or grass in the brush can.
Accepted Items
- ✓Untreated wood products
- ✓Branches (under 1.5 inches thick and 3 feet long)
- ✓Brush and sticks
- ✓Wood chips
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Every Wednesday by appointment only.
Placement
Place items at the curb by 7:00 AM on Wednesday. Collections can take up to 48 hours to complete, so leave the items at the curb if they are not picked up by Wednesday evening.
Accepted
- ✓ Standard household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Refrigerators and air conditioners (Freon appliances)
- ✓ Up to 10 items per scheduled cleanout
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hot tubs
- ✕ Pianos
- ✕ Children's swing sets
- ✕ Commercial business waste
- ✕ Electronics and E-Waste
Fees are $23.00 per item. A 6 to 10 item 'cleanout' is a flat $135.00 (plus $23 for each additional item over 10). Oversized items like pianos and hot tubs must be handled by private haulers.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a holiday (such as Good Friday or Memorial Day) falls on your scheduled collection day, your trash and recycling pickup will typically be canceled for that day and shifted to the next available weekday (e.g., a Friday pickup moved to Monday).
Yard Waste Exception
Brush collection is often entirely suspended on the Monday of a holiday week. Always verify the specific holiday week schedule on the Township website.
Haverford Township utilizes the 'Delco Alert' system and a community email list to instantly notify residents of holiday delays or weather-related schedule changes.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Refrigerants Out of Regular Trash
Never place items containing Freon (such as air conditioners, water coolers, dehumidifiers, or refrigerators) on the curb for regular trash collection. Releasing refrigerants is a federal offense; these must be scheduled for a paid Wednesday bulk pickup.
Dry Out Your Latex Paint
Haverford Township allows you to dispose of standard household latex paint in your regular garbage, but it must be completely dried out first. Mix the wet paint with kitty litter or a commercial paint hardener, and leave the lid off before tossing it in the can.
Do Not Add Bamboo or Dirt to Brush
The Township's brush collection trucks will reject your yard waste can if it contains invasive bamboo, soil, dirt, leaves, or pet waste. Only untreated wood products, sticks, and eligible branches are accepted.
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to DecemberCurbside leaf collection is handled by the Township's Highway Division, which operates separately from the standard sanitation brush collection. Do not mix leaves into your brush cans; wait for the designated neighborhood leaf collection dates published in the Township Newsletter.
Winter
December to MarchDuring severe winter weather, the Highway Division shifts focus to brining, salting, and plowing 13 miles of local roads and 33 miles of state roads. Expect minor delays in trash and recycling collection during declared snow emergencies.
Spring and Summer
April to AugustHaverford Township periodically hosts Large E-Waste Collection Events. Because electronics like televisions and computers are banned from curbside pickup, residents should watch the Township website for the sign-up link to these free spring and summer events.
About Haverford Waste Management
Twice-a-Week Trash Collection Split by Eagle Road
Haverford Township offers a robust twice-a-week refuse collection schedule, geographically divided by Eagle Road. If you live in the areas to the North and West of Eagle Road, your household trash is collected on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with recycling collected exclusively on Thursdays. Conversely, if your residence is located to the South and East of Eagle Road, your trash days are Wednesdays and Fridays, with recycling handled on Fridays. All bins must be placed at the curb by 6:30 AM.
An Unusual Rule for Grass Clippings
In a major departure from most Pennsylvania municipalities, which legally ban grass clippings from the landfill stream, Haverford Township actually permits grass clippings to be thrown out with your regular household garbage. Residents are permitted to bag their clippings in standard plastic bags or place them directly into their refuse cans. The Township still highly encourages 'grasscycling' (leaving clippings on the lawn as mulch) or natural composting as a greener alternative.
Strict 'No Bags' Policy for Brush and Branches
When disposing of yard brush, twigs, or branches, Haverford enforces a strict container-only policy. The Public Works Department completely bans the use of bags for brush collection—this includes plastic bags, paper bags, and even certified biodegradable bags. All brush must be placed in a standard, easily lifted trash can weighing under 40 pounds, or bundled if the branches are under three feet in length and 1.5 inches in diameter.
Wednesday Bulk Collection and 'Cleanout' Rates
Bulk trash is exclusively collected on Wednesdays and requires a paid, pre-scheduled appointment through the Township's online portal or by calling Public Works. Single large items incur a $23.00 fee. However, if you are doing a major purge, Haverford offers a specialized 'Cleanout' rate of $135.00, which covers between 6 and 10 large items. Make sure to schedule accurately, as no refunds are issued for cancellations made within 24 hours of your Wednesday pickup.
Drop-off Facilities
Haverford Township Community Recycling Center
Hilltop Road (near the intersection of Old West Chester Pike), Haverford, PA
Materials Accepted
Delaware County Household Hazardous Waste Events
Various locations across Delaware County
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Haverford pick up trash twice a week?
Yes, Haverford Township provides twice-a-week trash collection based on your location relative to Eagle Road. Areas North and West of Eagle Road are serviced on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Areas South and East are serviced on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Can I put my grass clippings in my regular trash can?
Yes. Unlike most other townships, Haverford allows you to put your grass clippings out with your regular household garbage. You can place them in a standard plastic trash bag or directly into your refuse can.
How do I throw away large items or furniture in Haverford?
You must schedule a Bulk Trash appointment for a Wednesday pickup. You can schedule and pay for this service online or by calling Public Works. The fee is $23.00 per item, or $135.00 for a 6-10 item 'cleanout'.
Are plastic bags allowed for yard brush collection?
No. The Township explicitly bans the use of any type of bag (including plastic, paper, and biodegradable bags) for brush collection. All brush must be placed in a standard trash can weighing less than 40 pounds or tied into bundles.