Brookhaven Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 4 items per collection. Bulk items are collected curbside on your second garbage pickup day each week (Thursday or Friday). Maximum 4 bulk items per week without advance notice. Scrap metal, sofa beds, televisions, and major appliances require a special scheduled pickup by town crew by calling 631-451-TOWN.
Brookhaven bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Bulk items are collected curbside on your second garbage pickup day each week (Thursday or Friday). Maximum 4 bulk items per week without advance notice. Scrap metal, sofa beds, televisions, and major appliances require a special scheduled pickup by town crew by calling 631-451-TOWN. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 4 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 631-451-8696 |
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 Brookhaven
Follow the listed bulk rule: Bulk items are collected curbside on your second garbage pickup day each week (Thursday or Friday). Maximum 4 bulk items per week without advance notice. Scrap metal, sofa beds, televisions, and major appliances require a special scheduled pickup by town crew by calling 631-451-TOWN.
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. Appliances such as refrigerators, air conditioners, and scrap metal require a scheduled special pickup. Call 631-451-TOWN (631-451-8696) once items are placed at the curb.
Brookhaven 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 Brookhaven.
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.
Brookhaven 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.
📍 350 Horseblock Road, Yaphank, NY 11980
Town disposal facility accepting residential solid waste, recyclables, construction debris, and electronic waste. Open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
📍 Papermill Road, Manorville, NY 11949
Accepts leaves and yard waste trimmings, offering free mulch and compost to Town of Brookhaven residents.
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 Brookhaven Solid Waste Management Facility (Landfill)
350 Horseblock Road, Yaphank, NY 11980
Town disposal facility accepting residential solid waste, recyclables, construction debris, and electronic waste. Open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Manorville Compost Facility
Papermill Road, Manorville, NY 11949
Accepts leaves and yard waste trimmings, offering free mulch and compost to Town of Brookhaven residents.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
Town of Brookhaven Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management · contractor
Phone: 631-451-8696
1 Independence HillFarmingville, NY 11738
These collection rules cover Zone Town of Brookhaven Curbside Collection Districts.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Brookhaven, NY?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out All items must be at the curb either the night before or by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day. Cans and bags must weigh no more than 50 lbs each.. These rules apply to Zone Town of Brookhaven Curbside Collection Districts.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Brookhaven?
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 Brookhaven Curbside Collection Districts.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Brookhaven?
Bulk items are collected curbside on your second garbage pickup day each week (Thursday or Friday). Maximum 4 bulk items per week without advance notice. Scrap metal, sofa beds, televisions, and major appliances require a special scheduled pickup by town crew by calling 631-451-TOWN. The listed limit is 4 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 631-451-8696 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Town of Brookhaven Curbside Collection Districts.
What items are accepted for recycling in Brookhaven?
The listed accepted materials are Plastic containers and jugs (rinsed, caps removed), Metal and aluminum cans (food and beverage cans, clean foil), Paper and cardboard (newspapers, magazines, junk mail, clean boxes broken down). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags in recycling (recyclables must be loose in your bin), Glass bottles and jars (glass is not accepted curbside; bring to designated town drop-off centers), Pizza boxes and soiled food containers, Hazardous materials and chemicals (bring to STOP program events). Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Town of Brookhaven Curbside Collection Districts.