Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Limerick
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.
Varies by contracted hauler (often green or gray) Bin (Trash)
Since trash service is privately contracted, container rules vary. Generally, all trash must be bagged and placed inside the hauler-provided cart with the lid closed by 6:00 AM on your scheduled service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged household refuse
Varies by contracted hauler (often blue or yellow lids) Bin (Recycling)
Most local haulers use single-stream recycling. Keep recyclables loose in the bin. Do not bag your recycling. Cardboard must be broken down.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2 (bottles and jugs)
- ✓Clear, brown, and green glass bottles/jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper and newspaper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Food-soiled paper (e.g., greasy pizza boxes)
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Haulers must provide 4 annual curbside pickups (check your hauler's schedule). Alternatively, drop off at Hetrick Gardens year-round during business hours.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small brush and twigs
- ✓Tree limbs (bundled)
- ✓Lawn clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Determined by your private hauler contract.
Placement
Place bulk items curbside on the date agreed upon with your hauler. Do not block the roadway or sidewalk.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses (often must be wrapped)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Electronics
Fees vary by company. Some include bulk pickups in your base subscription rate, while others charge a separate per-item fee. Call your hauler for exact pricing.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday schedules depend on your privately contracted hauler. Most major haulers (like Whitetail Disposal and A.J. Blosenski) push service back one day if a major holiday falls on a weekday.
Yard Waste Exception
Holiday schedules do not impact Hetrick Gardens drop-off, though the facility has its own seasonal closures.
Always refer directly to your specific hauler's holiday calendar, as policies vary between companies.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Bag Your Recyclables
Regardless of which private hauler you use in Limerick, single-stream recycling facilities cannot process plastic bags. Always toss your cans, glass, and paper loosely into your recycling cart.
Verify Acceptable Plastics with Your Hauler
Because Limerick has an open market, recycling rules can vary slightly between companies. While all haulers accept #1 and #2 plastic bottles, you must check your specific contract before recycling plastics #3 through #7.
Keep Electronics Out of the Trash
The Pennsylvania Covered Devices Recycling Act strictly bans laptops, televisions, and computer monitors from the waste stream. Your hauler will not pick these up; they must be taken to an e-waste recycling center.
Seasonal Information
Fall/Spring
March to May, October to NovemberTownship ordinance requires your private hauler to conduct at least four yard waste collections annually. Contact your specific hauler to find out which dates they have scheduled for your neighborhood's spring and fall cleanups.
Winter
December to FebruaryDuring severe Montgomery County snowstorms, your hauler may delay collections for safety reasons. The Township does not control these schedules, so you must monitor your hauler's website or app for weather-related pushbacks.
Winter
JanuaryIf your hauler does not offer curbside Christmas tree pickup, Limerick residents can drop off natural, decoration-free Christmas trees at the Hetrick Gardens recycling facility.
About Limerick Waste Management
Navigating Limerick's Open Market Waste System
Limerick Township does not provide municipal solid waste collection. Instead, residents or their Homeowners Associations operate on a private subscription basis, meaning you have the freedom to select and contract directly with local private haulers such as Whitetail Disposal or A.J. Blosenski. This competitive open market allows households to choose the plan and price point that best fits their weekly garbage generation and specific household needs.
Mandatory Yard Waste Collections by Ordinance
While the township doesn't pick up your trash, the local government still enforces strict environmental standards. Under Township Ordinance No. 288, all privately contracted waste haulers operating within Limerick are legally required to provide curbside leaf and yard waste collection a minimum of four times per year. These specific pickups are typically scheduled by the haulers during the heavy spring cleanup and fall leaf seasons.
Free Yard Waste Drop-Off at Hetrick Gardens
If you miss your hauler's seasonal yard waste pickup or have excess debris from summer landscaping, Limerick Township has a special partnership with Hetrick Gardens Landscape & Nursery in neighboring Pottstown. Township residents can drop off leaves, brush, tree limbs, and lawn clippings entirely free of charge. You simply need to stop by their office with a valid ID to prove your Limerick residency before unloading your materials.
Managing Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste
By Pennsylvania state law, private haulers will not accept toxic household materials like paint thinners, pool chemicals, or electronics (TVs and computers) in your regular curbside bins. Limerick Township residents must utilize the Montgomery County Recycling program, which hosts several pre-scheduled Household Hazardous Waste collection events across the region from spring through fall. Residents are required to pre-register online to safely dispose of these regulated items.
Drop-off Facilities
Hetrick Gardens Landscape & Nursery (Limerick Yard Waste Drop-Off)
2620 Swamp Pike, Pottstown, PA 19464
Materials Accepted
Montgomery County Household Hazardous Waste Events
Various pre-scheduled locations across Montgomery County
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Limerick Township provide municipal trash collection?
No. Trash service is individually contracted by residents or their Homeowners Association. You must choose and set up an account with one of the available private haulers operating in the Township.
Does the Township pick up brush and bulk trash items?
No. The Township Public Works department does not collect bulk trash or brush. Residents must arrange for bulk item collection directly through their privately contracted trash hauler.
Where can I drop off yard waste for free in Limerick?
Limerick Township residents can drop off leaf and yard waste free of charge at Hetrick Gardens Landscape & Nursery, located at 2620 Swamp Pike in Pottstown, thanks to a township contract. Make sure to bring your ID to verify residency.
How do I dispose of old TVs and computers?
By state law, electronics cannot go into your regular trash or be picked up as a bulk item. You must utilize Montgomery County's e-waste recycling drop-off events or take them to a specialized electronics recycling center.