Managing waste properly is important to keep your residencies and neighborhoods clean. If you are looking for clear details regarding the West Mifflin garbage schedule, recycling routes, bulk trash pickup services and much more, you have come to the right place. This article covers everything you need to know about trash and recycling collection in West Mifflin, including holiday schedules, yard waste pickup, and tips for disposing of large items. 

West Mifflin Garbage Schedule

West Mifflin Borough Garbage Schedule

Garbage in West Mifflin is collected every week, however, the collection days vary from place to place. Residents are advised to place the garbage carts at the curbside after 5 pm the day before collection. To find out your garbage collection day in West Mifflin Borough, check out the schedule by street from the schedule pdf, or refer to the garbage collection and recycling calendar for routes and pickup weeks.

West Mifflin Recycling Routes

Recycling collection takes place every other week in West Mifflin. The routes vary depending on the region you live in. Find your recycling pickup weeks and routes through the recycling calendar, or identify your street’s specific route from the schedule here

Recyclable Items

  • Aluminum cans and bottles
  • Plastic containers like milk jugs, detergent bottles, soda bottles etc
  • Cardboard materials
  • Newspapers, junk mail, catalogs, phone books, and magazines
  • Clear green glass containers such as bottles and jars 
  • Bi-metal bottles and cans

Non-Recyclable Items

  • Food scraps
  • Styrofoam
  • Window glass
  • Mirrors
  • Plastic bags
  • Ink or toner cartridges
  • Pizza boxes
  • Pyrex glassware

West Mifflin Garbage Holiday Schedule

Following are the holidays observed in the city, which affect your weekly garbage and biweekly recycling pickup.

  • New Year’s Day – Wednesday, January 1, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Monday, January 20, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Labor Day – Monday, September 1, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Veterans Day – Tuesday, November 11, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 27, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • Christmas Day – Thursday, December 25, 2025 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.
  • New Year’s Day – Thursday, January 1, 2026 – No garbage or recycling collection occurs. Pickup is delayed by one day for the rest of the week.

West Mifflin Yard Waste Schedule

Leaves collection in West Mifflin Borough takes place from the curbside on the same days as your recycling collection days, during the months of October and November in a six-week period. To find out your collection days, check out the recycling calendar. Make sure to place the leaves in brown compostable bags before placing them at the curb.

For branches and bushes, a special pickup must be arranged. An appointment can be made by calling the Public Works department at 412-461-5300 and they will assign you with a pickup day. 

West Mifflin Bulk Trash Pickup

West Mifflin offers a special bulk pickup service for residents who need to dispose of unusually large amounts of trash. Bulk pickup applies to trash exceeding 6 feet in length, 4 feet in width, and 3 feet in height. The service costs $125. To arrange a bulk pickup, first, get a permit from the Borough Building and pay with cash or check (credit cards are not accepted). 

On your regular collection day, place your trash neatly at the curb and make sure the permit sticker is attached to a visible bag, box, or item. All trash must be bagged, bundled, or stacked properly, as loose debris won’t be collected.

Large appliances like refrigerators, freezers, washers, and dryers are picked up curbside by the Public Works Department on your scheduled trash day. The city landfills no longer accept electronic devices like TVs, computers, and related accessories, due to the Pennsylvania Covered Device Recycling Act.

For questions about bulk pickup or general garbage and recycling services, call 412-461-5300.

Conclusion

The West Mifflin garbage schedule is designed to keep things easy for the residents. Weekly and biweekly collections help in getting rid of all kinds of waste in time. In case you have any queries and questions, call the Public Works department by dialing 412-461-5300.

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