Town Of Hempstead Dump Hours

Town of Hempstead Dump Hours: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you a resident of the Town of Hempstead looking for information on dump hours? Look no further! This article will provide you with all the essential details you need to know about waste disposal in the area.

Contact Information

Sanitation Department

• Address: 1600 Merrick Road, Merrick, NY 11566
• Phone: 516-378-4210
• Email: Sanitation Department

Homeowner Disposal Area

The Town of Hempstead operates a Homeowner Disposal Area (HDA) where residents can dispose of various waste items.

Hours of Operation:

• Monday – Friday: 9 am – 3 pm
• Saturday – Sunday: 8 am – 3:30 pm

Accepted Materials:

• Appliances
• Metal
• Batteries
• Non-burnable items
• Electronics
• Compost (leaves, trees, grass, shrubs)
• Furniture
• Tires
• Latex and water-based paint
• Construction and demolition debris
• Propane tanks (20-pound maximum)
• Stone material (cement, concrete, bricks)
• Automobile parts
• Waste oil (5 gallons per visit)
• Recyclables (plastics, cans, glass, cardboard, paper)

Proof of Residency Required:
Residents must provide proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or tax bill.

Curbside Collection

Curbside collection is available for household garbage and recyclables.

Garbage Collection:

• Cans or bags (max. size 45 gallons)
• Weight limit: 75 pounds each
• Place at the curb by 5 am on collection day

Recycling Collection:

• Accepted materials: plastics marked with numbers 1 and 2, cans, glass, cardboard, paper
• Place in designated recycling bins or containers

Special Pickup Items

The Sanitation Department offers special pickup services for certain items, including:

• Bulky items (e.g., furniture, appliances)
• Yard waste (e.g., grass, leaves, tree stumps)
• Christmas trees and wreaths

To schedule a special pickup, contact the Sanitation Department at 516-378-4210.

Yard Waste and Christmas Tree Collection

• Grass, leaves, tree stumps, and branches: Collected on designated days
• Christmas trees and wreaths: Collected after Christmas

Check the Sanitation Department website for specific collection schedules.

Clean-Up Days

The Sanitation Department hosts special clean-up days throughout the year, providing an opportunity to dispose of bulky items and other waste.

Stop Throwing Out Pollutants (S.T.O.P.) Program

The S.T.O.P. program allows residents to safely dispose of household hazardous waste, such as:

• Cleaning sprays
• Paints
• Pesticides
• Batteries
• Electronics

S.T.O.P. events are held at various locations throughout the town. Check the Sanitation Department website for upcoming events.

Additional Information

• E-Cycling: Residents can dispose of electronic waste at the Homeowner Disposal Area or through the Town’s E-Cycling program.
• Shredding Program: The Sanitation Department offers free shredding services for confidential documents.
• Pharmaceutical Disposal: Unused pharmaceuticals are no longer collected by the Sanitation Department. Refer to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or Drug Enforcement Administration’s Controlled Substance Public Disposal search tool for safe disposal options.

For more information on waste disposal and recycling in the Town of Hempstead, visit the Sanitation Department website: https://hempsteadny.gov/232/Collection-Information