Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for West Goshen
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.
Township-provided 96-gallon cart Bin (Trash)
Trash is collected Monday and Thursday. All trash must fit inside the 96-gallon container with the lid closed. Extra bags or personal cans are not permitted. Place carts at the curb by 6:00 AM, at least 3 feet from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household trash
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged garbage
Township-issued Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected on Mondays. Materials must be placed loose in the cart. Do not use plastic bags or rubber bands.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clear, brown, or green glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum, steel, or tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Flattened cardboard and cereal boxes
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, junk mail, and white paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bag liners
- ✕Lids (water bottles, milk jugs)
- ✕Delivery pizza boxes
- ✕Food wrappers
- ✕Aerosol paint cans
- ✕Light bulbs
- ✕Ceramics
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is strictly collected on designated Saturdays throughout the year. It is not accepted with regular weekly trash. Consult the Township calendar for specific dates.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Sticks and branches
- ✓Yard debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a week on Thursdays.
Placement
Place items at the curb the night before or by 6:00 AM on Thursday. Do not lean your bulk item against your trash or recycling carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and bedding
- ✓ Major appliances (Freon must be professionally removed and tagged)
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped or covered)
- ✓ Carpet rolls (max 4 rolls, no longer than 4 feet in length/width)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Building materials
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Railroad ties
- ✕ Electronic wastes
- ✕ Cans, boxes, or bags full of smaller trash items
If you have extra bulk items or bags, Republic Services can arrange a special pickup for a fee. Call them directly at 610-869-2222 to schedule and handle billing.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a holiday falls on a Monday through Thursday, the second trash pickup for that week is generally pushed to Friday. If a holiday falls on a Friday, collections remain unchanged.
Yard Waste Exception
Saturday yard waste collections are pre-scheduled around holiday weekends to avoid conflicts.
Holiday shifts depend on the day of the week the holiday lands. Always consult the official West Goshen collection schedule for exact dates.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Ban Plastic Liners and Rubber Bands
Never use plastic bag liners in your recycling toter, and avoid bundling items with rubber bands. Doing so will earn you a warning sticker from the township contractor, as these materials severely tangle the sorting machinery.
Remove All Plastic Lids
Unlike some neighboring municipalities, West Goshen requires residents to completely remove and discard all lids from water bottles, milk jugs, and other containers before tossing the empty bottles into the recycling cart.
Throw Pizza Boxes in the Trash
Greasy delivery pizza boxes are strictly prohibited from the recycling stream. Because the oil cannot be separated from the paper fibers during processing, these boxes must always go into your regular garbage cart.
Seasonal Information
Fall/Winter
November & DecemberDuring November and December, the township schedules specific Saturday collections for fall leaves and yard waste. Ensure your materials are ready at the curb based on the officially published seasonal calendar.
Winter
JanuaryA dedicated curbside pickup for Christmas trees takes place on a specific Saturday in early January. Remove all ornaments, lights, stands, and plastic bags before placing the tree out for collection.
Spring/Summer
March to OctoberFrom March through October, yard waste is collected on designated Saturdays, typically once a month. Since branches and leaves are not accepted with regular trash, you must hold these items for the specific collection dates.
About West Goshen Waste Management
Streamlined Waste Collection in West Goshen Township
West Goshen Township partners with Republic Services to provide a highly efficient, automated residential waste program. Households enjoy a robust schedule featuring twice-weekly trash collections every Monday and Thursday, along with single-stream recycling every Monday. By mandating the use of specific 96-gallon, side-loading carts for all household refuse, the municipality minimizes street litter, streamlines neighborhood routes, and ensures a cleaner environment across Chester County.
Mastering Your Township-Issued Carts
Success in West Goshen's sanitation system depends heavily on proper cart usage. All household garbage must be bagged to control odors and placed exclusively inside the Township-issued 96-gallon trash container, ensuring the lid remains completely closed. Any extra bags placed beside or on top of the container will be ignored by the automated truck arms. Remember to face the wheels and handles away from the street and maintain at least three feet of clearance from vehicles, mailboxes, and your recycling cart.
Navigating Thursday Bulk Pickups
Disposing of large household items is simple thanks to the Township’s weekly bulk collection every Thursday. Without needing to call ahead, residents can leave one heavy item—such as a piece of furniture, a major appliance, or up to four tightly rolled sections of carpet—at the curb. However, it is strictly required that mattresses and box springs be completely wrapped in plastic before placement. Keep in mind that bulk trucks operate separately from standard garbage routes, so never lean your bulky items against your automated carts.
Handling Excess Cardboard and Yard Debris
If your household generates more recycling than your cart can handle, West Goshen provides three convenient cardboard dumpsters at the Township complex strictly for large, flattened boxes. Furthermore, seasonal yard waste and fall leaf cleanups operate on a specialized Saturday schedule throughout the year rather than weekly pickups. Residents must consult the annual Township calendar for specific dates to dispose of leaves, sticks, and for the dedicated January Christmas tree collection.
Strict Recycling Contamination Rules
West Goshen Township takes recycling contamination very seriously. The local recycling contractor will issue a warning sticker if your recycling cart contains any plastic bag liners or items bundled with rubber bands. To keep the single-stream gears running smoothly, residents are also instructed to completely remove all plastic lids from water bottles and milk jugs, and to throw delivery pizza boxes straight into the garbage due to grease contamination.
Drop-off Facilities
West Goshen Township Cardboard Dumpsters
1025 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA 19380 (Township Complex)
Materials Accepted
Chester County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
Various pre-scheduled locations across Chester County
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my own trash can instead of the Township-issued one?
No. West Goshen Township utilizes an automated collection system. All garbage must be placed strictly inside the provided 96-gallon cart with the lid closed. Additional containers, loose bags, or personal bins will not be serviced by the automated trucks.
How do I dispose of a mattress or box spring?
You can put out one mattress or box spring as your single bulk item on Thursday. However, township regulations mandate that all mattresses must be fully wrapped or covered in plastic prior to curbside placement.
What should I do if my recycling cart is constantly full of cardboard?
If you have excess or oversized cardboard that jams your cart, you can utilize the three cardboard dumpsters provided by the Township, located at the municipal complex. Alternatively, you can contact the administration to request a second recycling toter delivered to your home.
Are refrigerators and air conditioners accepted for bulk pickup?
Yes, but with strict conditions. Any item containing refrigerants or Freon (like fridges, freezers, and A/C units) must have the Freon completely removed and officially tagged by a certified professional before it will be collected on bulk Thursday.