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Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and the Hempstead area takes pride in providing comprehensive trash pick up services for its residents. With multiple sanitation departments serving different areas, understanding your local collection guidelines ensures smooth and efficient waste disposal.
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Hempstead
Residents in Hempstead have specific guidelines for household garbage collection:
Residential Trash Collection
- Garbage cans or bags must not exceed 45 gallons
- Maximum weight limit: 75 pounds per container
- Place containers at the curb before 5 am on your collection day
- Do not place containers earlier than 7 pm the night before
- Avoid using cardboard boxes for refuse
Recycling Services
The Town of Hempstead offers extensive recycling options:
- Accepted recyclables include:
- Plastics (marked with numbers 1 and 2)
- Cans
- Glass
- Cardboard
- Paper
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The Homeowner Disposal Area at 1600 Merrick Road accepts various items:
- Appliances
- Furniture
- Electronics
- Metal items
- Automobile parts
- Construction debris
- Propane tanks (20-pound maximum)
Special Collection Requirements
- Proof of residency required
- Non-commercial vehicles only
- One trip per day to disposal area
- Specific vehicle restrictions apply
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste collection is limited:
- Maximum of three bags or two 32-gallon cans per trip
- Includes leaves, trees, grass, shrubs
- Compost materials accepted
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Residents should check the official Holiday Collection Schedule for specific changes during town-observed holidays.
How to Request Services
- For regular trash pick up questions: Call 516-378-4210
- For special pickups: Contact local sanitation department
- Village of Hempstead special pickup: Call 516-478-6268
Important Disposal Guidelines
- Maximum 10 garbage bags for pickup
- No medical or hazardous waste
- Electronic waste must be properly e-cycled
- Lithium-ion batteries require special disposal
Hempstead’s trash pick up services provide comprehensive waste management solutions. By following local guidelines and utilizing available resources, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
Pro Tips:
- Always verify your specific collection day
- Separate recyclables from regular trash
- Check seasonal collection schedules
- Contact local sanitation departments for specific inquiries
https://hempsteadny.gov/232/Collection-Information
Place at the curb prior to 5 am on your regular collection day and no earlier than 7 pm the night before. Do not use cardboard boxes to contain refuse. If you
https://www.villageofhempstead.org/317/Sanitation-Department
To arrange a special pickup please call 516-478-6268. *Amended rule for the Sanitation Guidelines: Garbage lid can be attached or detached when garbage is