Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Radnor
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.
Resident-provided (max 35-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Containers must be watertight and have a maximum capacity of 35 gallons (or 50 pounds when full). You may set out a maximum of 3 containers totaling 100 pounds. Place bins at the curb before 7:00 a.m. but not before 7:00 p.m. the night prior.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Textiles
Blue or Yellow Township Container (or own with sticker) Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables loosely in the bin. Do not bag them. New residents receive one container; additional bins or recycling stickers for personal containers can be obtained at the Township Municipal Building.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and bi-metallic cans
- ✓Plain, clear, or colored glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam (Polystyrene foam)
- ✕Blue glass, mirrors, or lead crystal
- ✕Food-tainted items (e.g., used paper plates)
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Mondays. Brush must be bundled with manila or jute twine (max 4 ft long, 2 ft diameter). Leaves go in biodegradable paper bags. Grass clippings are allowed in trash cans with holes in the bottom.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves and pine needles
- ✓Brush and branches (bundled)
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Vines, twigs, and weeds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Mondays, by pre-scheduled request only.
Placement
Items must be brought to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled Monday pickup date, but not before 7:00 p.m. the night before. Collections are for residents only, no businesses.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and wooden pallets
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Refrigerators and freezers (fee applies)
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and dishwashers
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and computer monitors
- ✕ Desktop and laptop computers
- ✕ Hazardous materials and chemicals
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Auto parts and tires
The base fee is $100 for up to 5 items (not exceeding 150 lbs total). Additional sets of 5 items cost $50. Items containing Freon incur a $10 supplemental charge, and propane tanks require a $5 charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Trash, recycling, and yard waste are not collected on observed holidays. Collections for the remainder of the week typically shift to the next scheduled service day. Check the township's digital calendar for specific route adjustments.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is strictly collected on Mondays, Monday holidays will cause a suspension of yard debris collection for that week unless otherwise noted.
The Radnor Township Municipal Building and Public Works Garage are closed on these designated holidays.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Beware of Blue Glass and Mirrors
Unlike standard glass food jars, Radnor specifically excludes blue glass, lead crystal, mirrors, porcelain, and plate glass from the recycling bin. These items possess different melting points and must be discarded in the regular trash.
Avoid Using the Wrong Twine
When bundling brush and branches for Monday collections, use only biodegradable manila rope or jute twine. The composting facility prohibits synthetic materials, meaning nylon, wire, or standard plastic ropes will cause a rejected pickup.
Keep Plastic Bags out of the Blue Bin
Radnor operates a single-stream recycling system, but plastic grocery bags are strictly banned. They jam the mechanical sorting screens at the processing plant. Return plastic bags to local grocery stores instead.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to OctoberGrass clipping collection begins the third Monday in March. Lawnmower-cut grass must be placed in a dedicated 35-gallon trash can with holes drilled in the bottom, weighing less than 50 pounds, and entirely free of other yard debris.
Fall
November to DecemberFrom early November through mid-December, Radnor operates a vacuum Leaf Collection program. Residents must rake loose leaves 4 to 5 inches from the curb to allow water flow. Regular Monday bagged yard waste collection is suspended in December.
Winter
JanuaryChristmas trees can be placed at the curb for standard yard waste pickup after the leaf collection season ends. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and tinsel are removed, and never place the tree inside a plastic bag. Maximum length is 9 feet.
About Radnor Waste Management
Radnor Township's Single-Stream Recycling System
Radnor Township, Pennsylvania, utilizes a highly efficient single-stream recycling program, meaning residents do not need to separate paper, glass, or plastic into different containers. You can use the blue or yellow bins provided by the municipal Refuse Division, or place a township recycling sticker on your own reusable can. While this system maximizes convenience, it strictly prohibits the use of plastic bags. All recyclables must be placed loosely into the bin to ensure they are properly sorted at the local recycling facility.
Navigating Monday Yard Waste and Brush Collection
Managing landscaping debris is simple in Radnor, as the township dedicates every Monday exclusively to curbside yard waste collection across all districts. To guarantee pickup, residents must place organic waste, such as leaves and vines, into approved biodegradable paper bags. If you are disposing of brush and branches, they must be cut to a maximum of 4 feet in length, tied into bundles weighing less than 50 pounds, and secured with biodegradable manila rope or jute twine. Regular plastic ties or wire will cause the bundle to be rejected.
Subscribing to the Premium Rear Yard Trash Service
For homeowners looking for maximum convenience, Radnor Township offers a unique Rear Yard Trash Service. For an annual fee of $600, Public Works employees will collect your household garbage and recycling directly from the side or rear of your property, eliminating the need to drag heavy bins to the curb each week. Furthermore, the township provides application waivers and fee exemptions for qualifying seniors and residents with disabilities who physically cannot move their containers.
Booking a Bulky Item Open Truck Pickup
Standard Radnor trash collection routes cannot accommodate large household items like mattresses, furniture, and appliances. However, residents can easily request an Open Truck Bulk Pickup through the Public Works Department. These specialized collections also take place on Mondays. Homeowners must submit a request form and pay a base fee of $100 for up to five items, with additional surcharges for appliances containing Freon. Be aware that televisions and computer monitors are completely banned from this service and require a dedicated e-waste event.
Safe Disposal of Paint and Household Medical Sharps
The Radnor Township Refuse Division provides specific protocols for handling tricky household waste. If you have leftover paint, you must dry it out completely, place the cans in a cardboard box, and explicitly call the Refuse Division in advance to authorize the pickup. Similarly, residents managing home health care waste must secure all used needles and syringes inside a rigid, opaque plastic container—like a laundry detergent bottle—seal it tightly with heavy tape, and label it Do Not Recycle before placing it atop the standard trash bin.
Drop-off Facilities
Skunk Hollow Park Yard Waste Drop-Off
Darby-Paoli Road, Radnor, PA 19087 (between Newtown and Sawmill Roads)
Materials Accepted
Delaware County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Various locations across Delaware County
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rear Yard Trash Service in Radnor Township?
Radnor Township offers a premium Rear Yard Collection Service for an annual fee of $600. Instead of dragging heavy bins to the curb, Public Works employees will walk up and collect your trash and recycling directly from your property. Exemptions to this fee may be granted for qualifying seniors or residents with physical disabilities.
Can I throw away an old television or laptop in Radnor?
No. The Radnor Township Refuse Department strictly prohibits televisions, desktop computers, laptops, and computer monitors from both regular trash and the Monday bulk collection program. These items must be taken to a specialized e-waste recycling event.
How do I safely dispose of leftover paint and household medical needles?
For latex paint, you must dry it out completely, place the cans in a cardboard box, and call the Refuse Division at 610-688-5600 ext. 156 to arrange pickup. For used medical needles, place them in an opaque, hard plastic container (like a detergent bottle), tape it shut, label it 'Do Not Recycle', and place it securely on top of your trash bin.
What are the rules for branch and yard waste collection?
Yard waste is collected every Monday by 6:30 a.m. across all districts. Branches must be tied into bundles weighing less than 50 pounds and measuring no longer than 4 feet. Crucially, they must be tied with biodegradable manila rope or jute twine—no plastic ties or wire are permitted.