Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. In Mansfield, Massachusetts, residents benefit from a well-organized trash and recycling collection system that ensures efficient and environmentally responsible waste disposal. This comprehensive service helps keep neighborhoods clean, supports recycling efforts, and provides convenient options for residents.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Mansfield
Mansfield contracts with Waste Management to provide weekly curbside trash and recycling pickup for residential properties with four units or fewer. Each household receives:
- One 64-gallon trash cart
- One 64-gallon recycling cart
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Residents must follow these important collection rules:
- Place carts at the edge of the roadway by 7 a.m. on collection day
- Position cart wheels facing away from the street
- Keep carts at least 3 feet from obstructions like trees or mailboxes
- Ensure all trash is bagged to prevent litter
- Close cart lids to keep out rain, snow, and animals
Recycling Services
Mansfield offers single-stream recycling with weekly collection. Important recycling tips:
- Separate recyclables from trash
- Do not place plastic bags in recycling carts
- Recyclable materials are collected every week on the regular collection day
- Upgrade options include a 96-gallon recycling cart for a $60 one-time fee
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
As of January 1, 2024, residents can schedule bulk item pickup through:
- Waste Management website (wm.com)
- Phone: 1-800-972-4545
Bulk items include:
- Furniture
- Carpet
- Desks
- Sinks
- Toilets
Note: Pianos are not considered bulk items and will not be collected.
Special Disposal Options
White Goods (Appliances)
- Stoves, refrigerators, dryers can be:
- Donated
- Dropped at Mansfield Green Recycling Park
- Scheduled for pickup (fees may apply)
Textile Recycling
Simple Recycling offers free curbside textile collection:
- Schedule online at www.simplerecycling.com
- Call 1-866-835-5068
- Collect clothing, accessories, small household items
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Collection schedules adjust for these holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
Composting Options
Residents can:
- Purchase a composter from DPW for $18
- Use Black Earth Composting for weekly curbside collection
Contact Information
- Mansfield Department of Public Works: 508-261-7335
- Waste Management: 800-972-4545
Mansfield’s trash and recycling program provides comprehensive, convenient waste management services. By following guidelines and utilizing available resources, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
FAQ
What holidays are trash collection in Mansfield?Trash is collected twice a week beginning at 7 a.m. If your trash collection day falls on an observed holiday, collection will resume on the next regularly scheduled day. Observed holidays include New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas 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.
How much is the trash fee in Mansfield MA?Dear Mansfield Curbside Residents, DPW Administration would like to advise you that the Town of Mansfield, as approved by the Select Board on May 8, 2024, will begin charging an annual fee of $121.47 ($30.37/quarter) beginning July 1, 2024. This fee will be included in your quarterly water and sewer bill.
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://www.mansfieldma.com/287/Trash-Recycling-Program
If you choose to use Simple Recycling, you can schedule your free pickup @ www.simplerecycling.com or call 1-866-835-5068. Simple Recycling no longer collects
https://www.mansfieldma.com/436/Public-Works—Trash-and-Recycling
Pickups must be scheduled online at www.SimpleRecycling.com or call 866-835-5068. A reminder email will be sent the day before the scheduled pickup. Residents