Babylon Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 10 items per collection. White goods and large metal items are collected curbside on Wednesdays with advance notice by calling EnCon at (631) 491-3200 by Friday. Remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers prior to curb placement. Other bulky household items can be brought to the Town Recycling Center in West Babylon.
Babylon bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | White goods and large metal items are collected curbside on Wednesdays with advance notice by calling EnCon at (631) 491-3200 by Friday. Remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers prior to curb placement. Other bulky household items can be brought to the Town Recycling Center in West Babylon. |
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| Limit per pickup | 10 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 631-491-3200 |
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 Babylon
Follow the listed bulk rule: White goods and large metal items are collected curbside on Wednesdays with advance notice by calling EnCon at (631) 491-3200 by Friday. Remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers prior to curb placement. Other bulky household items can be brought to the Town Recycling Center in West Babylon.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: Not required under the listed rules. Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners are scheduled through EnCon as white goods. Remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers prior to pickup for child safety.
Babylon Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Babylon.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Babylon Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Suffolk County.
📍 57 Field Street, West Babylon, NY 11704
Municipal recycling facility receiving items not collected curbside, operated Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Call (631) 249-9346 for details.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Suffolk County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Town of Babylon Recycling Center
57 Field Street, West Babylon, NY 11704
Municipal recycling facility receiving items not collected curbside, operated Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Call (631) 249-9346 for details.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
EnCon Industries Corp. · contractor
Phone: 631-491-3200
200 E Sunrise HighwayLindenhurst, NY 11757
These collection rules cover Zone Town of Babylon Curbside Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Babylon, NY?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set out refuse containers at the curb prior to 5:00 a.m. on your collection day or after dark the evening before. Service begins early morning.. These rules apply to Zone Town of Babylon Curbside Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Babylon?
As of 2026-10-10: 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, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Town of Babylon Curbside Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Babylon?
White goods and large metal items are collected curbside on Wednesdays with advance notice by calling EnCon at (631) 491-3200 by Friday. Remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers prior to curb placement. Other bulky household items can be brought to the Town Recycling Center in West Babylon. The listed limit is 10 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 631-491-3200 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Town of Babylon Curbside Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Babylon?
The listed accepted materials are Aluminum and metal cans (rinsed food and beverage cans), Glass jars and bottles (rinsed, caps and lids removed), Plastic bottles (rinsed, caps and pumps removed), Newspapers, magazines, catalogs, and junk mail (tied with twine or placed in paper bags), Cardboard boxes and telephone books (flattened and bundled). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Pizza boxes and cereal boxes (dispose with regular trash), Plastic bags for holding newspapers or commingled recyclables, Plate glass, drinking glasses, light bulbs, and window panes, Ammunition, explosives, asbestos, and vehicle parts. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Town of Babylon Curbside Collection Routes.