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Long Beach Bulk Trash Pickup Rules

Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 3 items per collection. Bulk pickup will take place by appointment only on designated days: East End pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, and West End pickup on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Long Beach bulk pickup rules

Bulk waste limits and booking rules for Long Beach
Collection ruleBulk pickup will take place by appointment only on designated days: East End pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, and West End pickup on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Limit per pickup3 items
Permitted materialsNo unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out.
Advance noticeRequired before collection.
Dispatch phone(516) 432-3132

Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials

How to throw away a mattress in Long Beach

Follow the listed bulk rule: Bulk pickup will take place by appointment only on designated days: East End pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, and West End pickup on Tuesdays and Fridays.

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: Not required under the listed rules. Schedule appliance and white goods collection by calling (516) 432-3132.

Local disposal alternatives in Nassau County

For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.

The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.

DPW & sanitation contact

City of Long Beach Sanitation Department · municipal dpw

Phone: (516) 432-3132

150 W Pine Street
Long Beach, NY 11561
Visit Official Long Beach Sanitation Portal Official municipality portal at longbeachny.gov

These collection rules cover Zone East End (Mon/Thu) / West End (Tue/Fri).

Trash & recycling questions

What days is trash collected in Long Beach, NY?

Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set out refuse receptacles at the curb no earlier than 7:00 p.m. the evening before collection and by 7:00 a.m. on the morning of collection.. These rules apply to Zone East End (Mon/Thu) / West End (Tue/Fri).

Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Long Beach?

As of 2026-09-23: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. Pickups on a listed holiday are skipped until the next scheduled cycle. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone East End (Mon/Thu) / West End (Tue/Fri).

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Long Beach?

Bulk pickup will take place by appointment only on designated days: East End pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, and West End pickup on Tuesdays and Fridays. The listed limit is 3 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at (516) 432-3132 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone East End (Mon/Thu) / West End (Tue/Fri).

What items are accepted for recycling in Long Beach?

The listed accepted materials are Paper and cardboard (flattened and bundled on alternating weeks), Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs (rinsed clean on alternating weeks), Metal food and beverage cans (aluminum, tin, steel), Glass bottles and jars of all colors. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic film, Styrofoam food packaging, Pizza boxes contaminated with grease, Electronics and hazardous chemicals, Ceramics, cookware, and window glass. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone East End (Mon/Thu) / West End (Tue/Fri).