City of Salisbury MD Trash Pick Up: Residential Curbside Collection Services

Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The City of Salisbury provides comprehensive trash and recycling services to ensure residents can efficiently dispose of their household waste while supporting environmental sustainability.

References:

• Official Trash Services: https://salisbury.md/services/garbage-trash-disposal
• Bulk Waste Guide: https://salisbury.md/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Bulk-yard-waste-guide-12-18.pdf

Trash Pick Up Schedule in Salisbury

The City of Salisbury has a structured trash collection system divided into four quadrants based on geographical location:

• Southwest Quadrant: Collected on Tuesday
• Northwest Quadrant: Collected on Wednesday
• Southeast Quadrant: Collected on Thursday
• Northeast Quadrant: Collected on Friday

Single-family homes receive weekly trash collection, while multi-unit complexes are serviced three times per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday).

Residential Trash Collection Requirements

To ensure efficient trash pickup, residents must follow these guidelines:

• Use standard 95-gallon trash cans (available for purchase by calling 410-548-3115)
• Place trash cans curbside by 6 AM on your designated collection day
• Ensure trash is bagged and placed inside the can
• Close the trash can lid completely
• Position the can with handle and wheels facing toward the house
• Maintain a 10-foot distance from street signs, telephone poles, and vehicles

Recycling Services

Salisbury offers free recycling bins to residents. Key recycling guidelines include:

• Acceptable items: Glass bottles, aluminum cans, newspaper, junk mail, cardboard
• Do not use plastic grocery bags for recyclables
• Broken down cardboard should be placed near the trash can or in the recycling bin
• Remove all packaging materials and plastics

Bulk & Large Item Pick Up

Bulk trash collection is available with specific requirements:

• $25 base fee permits disposal of 3 items
• Schedule by calling 410-548-3110 (City Finance Department)
• Place items curbside by 6 AM on scheduled Monday
• Wrap fabric-containing items in plastic
• Additional charges apply for certain items:
  • Refrigerator: $26
  • Freezer: $26
  • Air conditioner: $22
  • Dryer: $4
  • Washer: $6

Yard Waste & Seasonal Services

Yard waste collection is free and available on Mondays:

• Grass clippings and leaves: Maximum 25 bags (40 pounds per bag)
• Branches: Maximum 3 bundles, 4 feet long, under 4 inches in diameter
• Schedule pickup by calling 410-548-3177 by Friday at 12 PM

Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes

Free bulk pickups are scheduled during:

• Entire 3rd week of March
• Entire 3rd week of September

Note: Additional charge items are not included in free bulk weeks.

How to Request Services

• Trash can purchase: 410-548-3110
• Recycling bin request: 410-548-3177
• Bulk trash scheduling: 410-548-3110
• Yard waste scheduling: 410-548-3177

The City of Salisbury provides comprehensive waste management services designed to keep the community clean, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following these guidelines, residents can ensure smooth trash and recycling collection.

For any questions or concerns, contact the Sanitation Department at 410-548-3177.