Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Murrysville
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly Monday through Friday on assigned neighborhood routes. Specific pickup days are determined by address through Republic Services.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on the same day as regular trash pickup.
Yard Waste
Curbside leaf and yard waste collection is provided seasonally on designated dates in the spring and fall via advance registration.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse and recycling services are billed directly by Republic Services and are not included in property taxes. Residents with minimal waste generation can purchase trash stickers at the Municipal Building in lieu of quarterly billing.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
A discounted Senior Citizen rate is available for residents aged 62 and older with proof of age.
Any standard bin or bag Bin (Trash)
Place trash out the night before or early morning. If participating in the Sticker Program, one municipal sticker must be visibly attached to every bag.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Typically Blue or Green (Republic Services) Bin (Recycling)
Collected bi-weekly. All items must be rinsed, completely dry, and placed loosely inside the container. Do not bundle recyclables in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Office paper and newsprint
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (PET and HDPE)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass (take to pop-up events)
- ✕Electronics and TVs
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Available only during registered Spring/Fall dates. Max 20 biodegradable bags. Twigs and brush must be bundled (max 3 inches in diameter and 48 inches in length).
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two items per month
Placement
After notifying the hauler, place approved bulk items at the curb alongside your standard weekly trash.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Large household appliances (freon must be professionally removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition material
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Electronics
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Freon-containing appliances (unless tagged)
Construction material is not classified as bulk waste. Republic Services may refuse to collect it or require an additional fee for disposal.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled service day falls on or after a weekday holiday, your pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is strictly event-based in Spring and Fall and is not impacted by standard weekly holiday schedules.
If a major holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no delay for residential trash and recycling pickup.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
April - MayRegister early for the Murrysville Spring Leaf Collection. Remember that leaves placed in plastic grocery or garbage bags will not be collected—biodegradable paper leaf bags are strictly required.
Fall
October - NovemberFall foliage cleanup is available through the pre-scheduled Curbside Leaf Collection Program. Keep grass clippings and standard trash out of your leaf bags to ensure your pickup is not rejected.
Winter
December - FebruaryDuring heavy Westmoreland County snowstorms, ensure your bins are placed at the edge of your driveway rather than in the street. This prevents interference with Murrysville Public Works snowplows.
Local Tips & Community Info
Recent Updates to Murrysville Waste Management
In the Municipality of Murrysville, keeping the community pristine is a top priority. As of October 2026, residential trash and recycling services are officially managed by County Hauling and Noble Environmental. Under Pennsylvania State Act 101, Murrysville is a mandated recycling community, meaning every household, business, and school is legally required to participate in sustainable waste diversion. Transitioning to a standardized automated collection program ensures that the streets remain clean and collections happen efficiently.
Purchasing Trash Tag Stickers
For residents who occasionally exceed the capacity of their standard waste bins, the municipality offers a convenient solution. You must purchase official Trash Tag Stickers to attach to extra bags left at the curb. These stickers are available directly at the Municipal Building, located at 4100 Sardis Road. The administrative office is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Properly tagging your extra refuse guarantees that the County Hauling drivers will not leave any excess garbage behind.
Automated Curbside Recycling Rules
Murrysville utilizes a comprehensive automated recycling cart system. You can confidently toss aluminum cans, corrugated cardboard, mixed office paper, and plastics stamped with numbers 1, 2, or 5 into your cart without sorting. However, it is vital to keep contaminants out of the stream. Items like greasy pizza boxes, Styrofoam, plastic grocery wrappers, and any type of glass are strictly prohibited in the curbside cart. Glass must be separated and taken to specialized drop-off locations to prevent shattering inside the collection trucks.
Annual Clean-Up Week at Valley Landfill
Tackling a spring cleaning project or clearing out a cluttered garage often results in large, unmanageable debris. To support community cleanliness, Murrysville coordinates an Annual Clean-Up Week every May. During this specific week, residents are authorized to transport their bulky, non-hazardous household items directly to the Valley Landfill situated on Pleasant Valley Road. Because this is a highly anticipated annual event, homeowners are encouraged to plan their major cleanouts around the designated May schedule.
Handling Electronics, Freon, and Paint
Properly disposing of hazardous materials protects the local Westmoreland County environment. Pennsylvania state law outright bans televisions, computers, and other electronics from traditional landfills. Fortunately, residents can utilize Westmoreland Cleanways for recycling electronics, safely extracting Freon from old refrigerators, and recycling glass bottles. Additionally, if you have leftover oil-based or latex paint from a home renovation, you must follow specific municipal guidelines to dry out the liquids before disposal to prevent toxic chemical leaks in the sanitation trucks.
Drop-off Facilities
Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling
355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road, Greensburg, PA 15601
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides garbage pickup services in Murrysville?
As of October 1, 2026, residential curbside trash and recycling collections in the municipality are provided by County Hauling and Noble Environmental.
Where can I buy extra trash stickers for excess garbage?
You can purchase required trash tag stickers in person at the Municipal Building located at 4100 Sardis Road during regular weekday business hours.
Are glass bottles accepted in the curbside recycling carts?
No. Glass, along with plastic bags and Styrofoam, is strictly prohibited from the curbside carts and should be taken to specialized local recycling drop-off centers.