Edison Bulk Trash Pickup Rules
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 4 items per collection. Contact the Public Works office at 732-248-7288 to arrange a pickup for white goods and large bulky items
Edison bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Contact the Public Works office at 732-248-7288 to arrange a pickup for white goods and large bulky items |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 4 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 732-248-7288 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Edison
Follow the listed bulk rule: Contact the Public Works office at 732-248-7288 to arrange a pickup for white goods and large bulky items
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup.
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.
Local disposal alternatives in Middlesex County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Edison Township Recycling Drop-Off Center
745 New Durham Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
Open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM with staff on site for resident drop-offs (driver license or utility bill required).
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
Edison Township Department of Public Works · municipal dpw
Phone: 732-248-7288
745 New Durham RoadEdison, NJ 08817
These collection rules cover Zone Township Recycling Sections 1 through 10 (bi-weekly).
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Edison, NJ?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Recyclables and refuse must be placed at your curbside in appropriate containers prior to 6:00 A.M. on collection days.. These rules apply to Zone Township Recycling Sections 1 through 10 (bi-weekly).
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Edison?
As of 2026-09-24: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Township Recycling Sections 1 through 10 (bi-weekly).
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Edison?
Contact the Public Works office at 732-248-7288 to arrange a pickup for white goods and large bulky items The listed limit is 4 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 732-248-7288 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Township Recycling Sections 1 through 10 (bi-weekly).
What items are accepted for recycling in Edison?
The listed accepted materials are Single stream containers, Newspaper and Magazines, Mixed Paper, Corrugated Cardboard. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic Bags, Styrofoam, Hazardous Materials, Household Electronics. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Township Recycling Sections 1 through 10 (bi-weekly).