Keeping our community clean and environmentally responsible is crucial, and West Orange provides comprehensive trash pick up services to ensure residents can easily dispose of their household waste. Understanding the local trash collection schedule and guidelines helps maintain a clean, efficient neighborhood while supporting sustainable waste management practices.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in West Orange
The Township offers curbside collection of household refuse twice per week in each zone. Residents must follow specific guidelines to ensure successful waste removal:
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
- Refuse must be placed at the curb after 7:00 PM or dusk the evening before collection
- Containers must be placed before 6:00 AM on collection day
- Emptied receptacles and remaining debris should be removed from the curb the same day
Acceptable Trash Receptacles
- Metal or plastic containers with handles
- Tight-fitting lids
- Maximum weight: 65 pounds
- Maximum size: 35 gallons
- Heavy-duty plastic bags are acceptable if they meet weight and volume specifications
What Can Be Collected
Household refuse includes:
- Culinary waste
- Crockery
- Discarded clothing
- Empty paint cans
- Glassware
- Small toys
- Rags
Yard Waste Collection
Lawn and garden debris are collected in limited quantities:
- Grass and hedge clippings can be placed in plastic bags or containers
- Small bushes, shrubs, and branches must be:
- Tied securely
- Less than 4 feet in length
- Weighing under 50 pounds
Important Note: Leaves are never permitted for collection.
Recycling Services
Cardboard is recycled with newspaper and is not permitted in household refuse collection. Residents are encouraged to use separate recycling containers for eligible materials.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The township provides guidelines for disposing of larger items. Residents should contact the Health & Welfare Department at (973) 325-4120 for specific bulk item collection details.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
While the provided sources do not specify holiday schedule changes, residents are advised to contact the township directly at (973) 325-4120 for information about holiday trash pick up modifications.
How to Find or Request Services
- Contact the Health & Welfare Department
- Phone: (973) 325-4120
- Address: 66 Main Street, Room 203, West Orange, NJ 07052
- Email: Available on the township website
West Orange provides comprehensive trash pick up services designed to keep the community clean, safe, and environmentally responsible. By following the established guidelines and collection schedules, residents can contribute to a more sustainable waste management system.
For the most up-to-date information, always check the official West Orange municipal website or contact the Health & Welfare Department directly.
FAQ
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
Why hasn’t my garbage been 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.
Is there trash pickup in Orange County?Trash, Recycling & Organic Waste Pickup
At WM, we’re proud to take care of our Orange County neighbors — and our planet — with residential trash pickup, organics and recycling services.
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://westorange.org/141/Residential-Refuse-Bulk-Collection
The Township provides curbside collection of household refuse twice per week in each zone, of waste normally generated by the operation of a household.
https://westorange.org/1241/TrashRecycling-Schedule
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