Waste management is a critical service that ensures the cleanliness, health, and environmental sustainability of our community. For Billerica residents, understanding the local trash pick up process is essential for maintaining a clean and efficient neighborhood.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Billerica
Billerica offers comprehensive trash collection services five days a week, Monday through Friday. The town has partnered with Waste Management to provide reliable residential waste services that prioritize efficiency and sustainability.
Residential Trash Collection
Residents are provided with:
- A 64-gallon blue cart for weekly trash collection
- Collection days vary by street location
- Containers must be placed curbside by 7 a.m. on collection day
- Containers should be at least three feet from parked cars, mailboxes, and other obstacles
Trash Preparation Guidelines
- All trash must be bagged
- Do not overfill the container
- Lid must close completely
- Overflow bags must be Official Billerica Overflow Bags
Acceptable and Non-Acceptable Trash Items
Acceptable Items:
- Food waste
- Chip bags
- Paper towels
- Plastic bags
- Textiles (donate if lightly used)
Non-Acceptable Items:
- Construction waste
- Auto parts
- Tires
- Household hazardous waste
- Medical waste
- Electronic waste
Recycling Services
Billerica offers Single Stream Recycling, which means:
- All recyclables go in the large green cart
- Includes paper, cardboard, bottles, and cans
- Bottles and cans must be emptied and rinsed clean
- No plastic bags, trash, or Styrofoam allowed
Recycling Best Practices
- Recycle dry bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard
- Keep food and liquid out of recycling
- No loose plastic bags or film
- Do not bag recyclables
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
To schedule pickup for:
- Bulk items
- White goods
- Televisions
- Computers
- Large metal items
Contact Waste Management Customer Service at 800-972-4545
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Observed holidays causing collection delays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
During holiday weeks, collections will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
How to Find or Request Services
Finding Collection Day
- Visit the town website
- Use the Collection Day map
- Check the street-specific collection schedule
Additional Services
- Request additional containers at Town Hall
- Report missed pickups within 72 hours
- Repair or replace damaged containers online
Textile Recycling
Billerica offers a free textile recycling program with Helpsy. Residents can schedule pickups through the town’s website.
Effective waste management requires community participation. By following Billerica’s trash pick up guidelines, residents contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment.
For specific questions or assistance, contact:
- Waste Management: 800-972-4545
- Billerica DPW: 978-671-1313 x2
https://www.town.billerica.ma.us/193/Trash-Recycling
If your trash or recycling is not picked up on your collection day, please call Waste Management at 800-972-4545. If you have any unresolved problems with your
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WM offers waste & reycling services to residents in Billerica, MA. Visit our site for information on weekly trash schedules, bulk pickup options & more.