Ashland runs on a Tuesday through Friday schedule. Monday holidays will not effect your pickup.
Ashland, MA Home Trash Service
Organics, Recycling & Trash Pickup
Ashland has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
Holiday Schedule
Check for holidays that may affect your service
Service Guides & Instructions
Service Information
Resident purchased Pay as You Throw bags.
Service Schedule
Weekly.
Container Setout Instructions
No limit to bags/barrels put to the curb. Place out by 7 a.m. on pickup day.
Set up New Residential Service
Contact the Department of Public Works at 508-881-0120 ext. 7943.
Service Instructions & Limitations
Purchase official Ashland Pay as You Throw bags at many locations in town, including grocery stores.
Acceptable and Non-Acceptable Materials
Acceptable items include household trash like chip bags, paper towels, plastic bags, & textiles (donate if lightly used). Non-acceptable items include construction/demolition waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste.
Report a Missed Pickup
If PAYT bags were curbside by the specified time and were not emptied, report a missed pickup by contacting the Department of Public Works at 508-881-0120 ext. 7943.
Request an Additional Container
Not available. Residents must purchase Town PAYT bags for trash.
3 Rules to Help You Recycle Right
- Recycle dry bottles, cans, paper and cardboard.
- Keep food and liquid out of the recycling.
- No loose plastic bags or film, and no bagged recyclables.
Local Waste Management Services
Communities across North America trust WM for residential waste and recycling services.
At WM, we take the utmost care in everything we do — from collecting your trash and recycling on time to defining the future of sustainable waste management. WM is more than your waste services provider. We're your neighbors — proudly serving our community while taking care of our planet.
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