Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and Bethesda residents rely on consistent and reliable trash pick up services to keep their neighborhoods pristine. Understanding your local collection schedule and guidelines ensures smooth waste disposal and contributes to environmental sustainability.
References:
- Montgomery County Recycling and Trash Collection Day Lookup
- Montgomery County Holiday Trash Collection Schedule
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Bethesda
Bethesda residents receive trash and recycling collection services through Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). To determine your specific collection day, you’ll need to use the county’s online lookup tool, which requires your street address.
Residential Trash Collection
All trash and recycling items must be placed at the curbside by 7:00 AM on your designated collection day. The county provides collection services for single-family homes and townhomes, with specific guidelines for proper waste disposal.
Recycling Services
Montgomery County offers comprehensive recycling services alongside regular trash collection. Residents are encouraged to separate recyclable materials to support the county’s sustainability efforts.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
For items too large for standard collection, Montgomery County provides special bulk item pickup services. Residents should check specific guidelines for scheduling and preparing large items for collection.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, trash and recycling collection schedules undergo modifications:
- On Labor Day (September 1), no county-provided collections will occur
- Collection days will “slide” one day later that week
- The last pickup will be on Saturday following the holiday
- The Shady Grove Transfer Station will be closed
Holiday Schedule Example
- If your regular collection is Monday, it will move to Tuesday
- If your regular collection is Friday, it will move to Saturday
How to Find Your Trash Pick Up Services
- Visit the Montgomery County collection day lookup website
- Enter your house number
- Select your street name
- Choose the appropriate street type
- Retrieve your specific collection schedule
Additional Services and Alerts
Residents can:
- Sign up for collection schedule updates
- Add collection schedules to electronic calendars
- Receive text and email alerts about service changes
Effective trash pick up is a collaborative effort between residents and local services. By understanding and following Montgomery County’s guidelines, Bethesda residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
For the most current information, always verify details with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection.
FAQ
Is trash pickup on holidays in Montgomery County?HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: If your regular trash or recycle collection day falls on a holiday (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Day) the collection will be made on the next regularly scheduled collection day.
Why was trash not picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
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What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/depcollectionday/
Look up your recycling/trash collection day and services. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. Enter street name only, without direction.
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/trash-recycling/holidays.html
If a County holiday falls during the week (Monday – Friday), all collections scheduled on or after the holiday will “slide” and be made one day later that week.