Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Tredyffrin
Trash Day
Trash collection is privatized. Residents contract directly with an approved private waste hauler (such as Whitetail Disposal or A.J. Blosenski), with pickup required at least once per week on days assigned by the hauler.
Recycling
Recycling collection is arranged through your private hauler and is required to occur at least once every other week.
Yard Waste
Curbside leaf/yard waste is collected by approved private haulers at least once per month (e.g., the first Monday of each month with Whitetail). Residents can also bring yard waste to the Township Mill Road Leaf Site.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services are subscription-based, meaning bills are paid directly to your private hauler rather than through the township.
Billing Cycle
Varies by private hauler (typically Quarterly)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Auto-Pay, Phone, Credit Card, Debit Card
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Trash)
Because Tredyffrin utilizes an open market, your specific bin size, placement rules, and collection times are dictated entirely by the private hauler you select (such as A.J. Blosenski or Whitetail).
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Textiles
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Recycling)
Recycling collection is legally mandated to occur at least once every other week. All recyclables should be placed loosely in your bin without plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Newspaper and junk mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Plastic film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Private haulers must collect yard waste curbside at least once a month. Alternatively, residents can drop off branches and leaves at the Mill Road Compost Site (proof of residency required; contractors need a permit).
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Garden residues
- ✓Shrubbery
- ✓Tree trimmings (max 6 inches diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Dictated by your private hauler contract.
Placement
You must contact your specific hauler to schedule a bulk pickup and follow their exact placement guidelines regarding timing and location.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (non-freon)
Not Accepted
- ✕ E-waste (TVs, laptops)
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Liquid paints
- ✕ Construction debris
Review your private contract closely. Some haulers charge a per-item fee based on the weight and size of the bulk item.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday collection delays depend entirely upon your independently contracted hauler (e.g., A.J. Blosenski or Whitetail Disposal). Generally, if a major holiday falls on a weekday, service is pushed back by one day for the rest of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
If the first Monday of the month (when the Mill Road Leaf Site is typically open off-season) falls on a holiday, the township will announce an alternate drop-off date.
Always check directly with your specific provider for their exact holiday route adjustments and bulk pickup policies.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Bag Recyclables in Plastic
No matter which private trash company you hire in Tredyffrin, plastic grocery bags are universally banned in the single-stream recycling carts. They jam sorting facility machinery. Take clean plastic bags to the special Trex recycling bins at the Tredyffrin Library instead.
Keep Grass Clippings out of Yard Waste
When preparing yard waste for your private hauler or dropping it off at the Mill Road Compost Site, remember that grass clippings are typically not considered acceptable leaf waste under township guidelines. Grass should either be grass-cycled back into your lawn or bagged with your regular trash depending on your hauler's rules.
No Stumps or Rotten Firewood at Mill Road
If you are hauling your own debris to the Township compost site, thoroughly inspect your load. Twigs, fresh or rotten firewood, stumps, roots, and thorn bushes will cause your drop-off to be rejected by the site attendants.
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to DecemberThe Mill Road Leaf Site expands its hours significantly during the autumn months, typically operating Monday through Thursday and Saturdays. This is the optimal time for residents to clear large amounts of leaves that exceed their private hauler's monthly limit.
Winter
January to MarchDuring the winter and spring, the Mill Road Leaf Site drastically reduces its hours, only opening on the first Monday of each month. If the first Monday is a holiday, the township will post an alternate date on the official website.
Spring
April to JuneMother Compost offers a great alternative during the warmer months when kitchen scraps can cause your private trash bins to smell. Consider subscribing to their curbside composting service to keep organic waste out of your summer garbage.
About Tredyffrin Waste Management
Understanding Tredyffrin's Open Market System
Unlike municipalities that contract a single waste management company, Tredyffrin Township utilizes an open market system. This means the local government does not provide residential trash pickup. Instead, homeowners are fully responsible for independently contacting and subscribing to an approved private waste hauler. For residential properties, the primary approved haulers operating in the township are A.J. Blosenski and Whitetail Disposal.
Mandatory Curbside Recycling and Leaf Waste
To comply with Pennsylvania State Act 101, Tredyffrin strictly enforces that all private haulers must include curbside recycling and leaf waste collection in their standard service package. Your chosen hauler is legally required to collect recyclables at least once every other week. Furthermore, leaf and yard waste must be collected at a frequency of no less than once per month, completely separate from your regular municipal garbage.
The Mill Road Leaf and Compost Site
For residents who generate yard debris beyond what their private hauler can collect, Tredyffrin Township operates a dedicated compost site at 1542 Mill Road in Malvern. This facility allows residents to drop off leaves, brush, and branches (up to six inches in diameter and 12 feet in length). The site operates on a seasonal schedule, typically open daily in the fall and on the first Monday of the month during the winter, spring, and summer.
Food Scrap Recycling with Mother Compost
Tredyffrin residents looking to reduce their landfill footprint can participate in a unique organic waste program. The township has highlighted Mother Compost, a private curbside food scrap collection company operating within Tredyffrin. Subscribers can effortlessly compost their kitchen scraps, diverting heavy, methane-producing organic waste from local landfills while creating nutrient-rich soil.
Specialized E-Waste and Trex Plastic Recycling
Electronic waste like TVs and computers cannot be thrown in your curbside bins. Tredyffrin Township frequently hosts specialized electronics recycling events at Wilson Farm Park through eForce Compliance. Additionally, the township actively participates in the Trex plastic recycling program, providing dedicated drop-off bins at the Tredyffrin Library and Township Building for plastic film and grocery bags, which are notoriously difficult to recycle in standard single-stream carts.
Drop-off Facilities
Mill Road Leaf and Compost Site
1542 Mill Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Materials Accepted
Tredyffrin Township Trex Plastic Drop-Off
Tredyffrin Library, 582 Upper Gulph Road, Wayne, PA 19087
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the official trash collector for Tredyffrin Township?
Tredyffrin Township does not have a single municipal trash collector. The township operates on an open market system, meaning homeowners must independently hire a private hauler. The approved residential companies are primarily A.J. Blosenski and Whitetail Disposal.
Do I have to pay an extra fee to get recycling service?
No. Tredyffrin Township mandates that every private waste hauler operating within its borders must include curbside recycling (at least bi-weekly) and monthly leaf waste collection as part of their standard residential service.
Where can I drop off extra branches and leaves?
Residents can drop off acceptable yard waste at the Mill Road Leaf Site in Malvern. Proof of residency is required. The site accepts leaves, brush, and branches up to 12 feet long, but strictly prohibits stumps, roots, hedge clippings, and firewood.
How do I throw away a television or computer in Tredyffrin?
Under Pennsylvania State Law, electronic waste cannot be placed in your curbside trash or recycling carts. Residents must take electronics to designated eCycling drop-off events hosted twice a year by the township at Wilson Farm Park, or utilize county drop-offs.