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Changes Effective July 1
Trash Collection
Trash collection returns to normal (pre-COVID). Bulk items can be put out with regular trash. No need to schedule an appointment for non-metal bulk items.
Large Metal Items & Tires Require a Special Pickup Appointment
Appliances and other large metal items, and tires are handled separately from other collections because they can be recycled. They are collected by appointment only
Schedule a Special Pickup
- Call the Solid Waste Division at 301-809-2338 (or 2344)
- Submit a request via our online service request system.
Special Pickup - Acceptable Items
Metal items (98% metal)
- Metal cabinets or shelves
- Other metal furniture
- Grills (no propane tanks)
- Metal fence posts (chain link fabric & chicken wire cannot be accepted but may be placed with regular trash for collection
Household Appliances
- Dryers, microwaves, stoves, ovens
- Washing machines, dishwashers
- Refrigerators and freezers (make sure door is removed or securely tied closed)
- Water heaters
- Furnaces, air conditioners
Automobile Tires
- Residents may have up to four automobile tires collected each year. No commercial tires will be collected.
Special Pickup - Unacceptable Items
The items below are not eligible for Special Pickup:
- Items that are not 98% metal
- Propane tanks or other compressed gas cylinders
- Vacuum cleaners (may be disposed of with regular trash)
- Electronics items such as televisions, computers, printers, A/V equipment
(See our page on More Waste and Recycling Resources)
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Electronics Recycling Event January 30
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Paper Shredding & Styrofoam Recycling Event - January 23
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