Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for South Whitehall
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.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse bills are billed quarterly at a flat rate and mailed in January, April, July, and October. Bills must be paid within 30 days to avoid a 10% late fee.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly (with an option to pay the full annual rate in January)
Accepted Methods
Online (Credit Card, eCheck, PayPal), Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
A Low-Income Senior discount of $30 per quarter ($120 per year) is available to qualifying residents aged 65 and older (subject to annual household income limits and application approval).
Township-issued Toter Bin (Trash)
Residents may set out up to two (2) 96-gallon Toter-style collection carts for trash. Toters must be placed 4 feet apart at the curb by 6:00 AM (or 5:00 AM during winter storms/Route 309 corridor).
Accepted Items
- ✓Household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Township-issued Toter Bin (Recycling)
Residents may set out up to two (2) 96-gallon Toter-style collection carts. Place at least 4 feet away from the trash toter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and bi-metallic cans
- ✓Clear, brown, and green glass
- ✓Corrugated and high-grade office paper
- ✓Pet food bags
- ✓Ziploc and food storage bags
- ✓Baby food pouches
- ✓Cereal bags
- ✓Shopping bags
- ✓Paper towel overwraps
Do NOT Include
- ✕Used or new diapers
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Construction debris
Yard Waste Bin
Grass clippings are collected at the curb (one 35-gallon container limit without extra stickers) from April through November. Other yard waste requires registration for the Township Drop Off Site.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Yard debris
- ✓Garden waste
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place your single bulk item alongside your toters by 6:00 AM on your regular collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Construction and demolition refuse
- ✓ Tires (dismounted from wheels/rims)
- ✓ Automobile parts (all fluids completely removed)
- ✓ White goods (stoves, washers, dryers)
- ✓ Metal bulk items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Items containing Freon
- ✕ Items displaying a 'FREE' sign
- ✕ Hazardous waste
The first bulk item per week is collected for free. Any additional bulk items placed out in the same week require a $58.00 one-time use Bulk Item Sticker purchased in advance at the Township Municipal Building.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
During a holiday week, all trash and recycling days that fall on or after a holiday will be picked up one (1) day later than normal. If the holiday falls on a Friday, Friday collection will occur on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste drop-off site hours may vary around holidays; check the township website for specific closures.
When there is a weather-related emergency (snow/ice) and trucks are unable to pick up, services are also pushed to the following day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring to Fall
April - NovemberCurbside collection of grass clippings is active from the first full week of April through the last full week of November. Limit your grass to a single 35-gallon container unless you have purchased additional grass stickers from the township.
Winter
December - MarchDuring anticipated snow or ice events, collection trucks are permitted to start their routes as early as 5:00 AM. Always place your toters out the night before a winter storm to ensure you do not miss the plow-adjusted schedule.
Post-Holiday
JanuaryFirst-quarter trash and recycling bills are mailed the first week of January. Residents have the option of paying for the entire year by January 31 to streamline their utility management, or they can pay in quarterly installments.
Local Tips & Community Info
South Whitehall Township Refuse and Recycling Collection Rules
In South Whitehall Township, residential curbside sanitation and recycling are expertly handled by J.P. Mascaro & Sons. Residents are expected to push their municipal toters out to the street the evening prior to their designated collection day. To ensure the mechanized trucks can safely operate, all collection toters must be spaced at least four feet apart from one another, as well as clear of parked vehicles and mailboxes. If you recently moved into a property and need a new receptacle, or if you simply want an extra bin, you can purchase 35-gallon, 64-gallon, or 96-gallon toters directly from the Township Building located on Walbert Avenue.
Weekly Capacity Limits and Permitted Materials
Understanding your weekly limits is essential for keeping the neighborhoods clean. A standard household is permitted to set out up to two 96-gallon toters for household garbage, alongside up to two 96-gallon carts strictly for single-stream recycling. All refuse must be contained within these bins to guarantee collection. Interestingly, if you happen to place a 'FREE' sign on any household item sitting by the curb hoping a neighbor might take it, the sanitation drivers are instructed to leave it behind. Therefore, you must remove any such signage to ensure your waste is properly hauled away.
Navigating Bulk Waste and Extra Item Stickers
Every home in South Whitehall receives one complimentary bulk item pickup each week at no additional cost. This applies to oversized objects like mattresses, couches, or non-Freon appliances. However, if you are doing a major cleanout and need to throw away more than one large item simultaneously, you are required to purchase a special Bulk Item Sticker. Available at the municipal office, this one-time-use sticker costs $58.00 and covers a designated six-by-three-foot area of excess bulk waste. Without this sticker, any secondary bulk items will be rejected by the collection crew.
Grass Clippings, Yard Waste, and Damaged Toters
Unlike many municipalities, South Whitehall allows residents to dispose of grass clippings during the seasonal collection period running from the first full week of April through the last full week of November. You may place up to one 35-gallon container of grass at the curb per week. If your municipal toter gets severely cracked or the wheels break off during a pickup, the township has a streamlined process for replacements. You simply need to fill out the Damaged Toter Claim Form, attach clear photos of the broken cart, and email it directly to [email protected] for review and replacement approval.
Drop-off Facilities
South Whitehall Yard Waste Drop Off Site
Check with Township Complex (4444 Walbert Ave, Allentown, PA 18104) for physical site directions
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who collects the trash and recycling in South Whitehall Township?
J.P. Mascaro & Sons is the official contracted hauler for residential curbside refuse and recycling collection in the municipality.
What is the rule for setting out large furniture?
Residents are permitted one free bulk item per week. If you have multiple large items to discard at once, you must purchase a one-time-use Bulk Item Sticker from the township for $58.00.
How do I get my broken trash toter replaced?
You must complete a Damaged Toter Claim Form, take pictures of the damage, and submit the documentation to [email protected] so the township can process your replacement request.