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Municipal Waste Services Downingtown Borough

We Are Here to Help! Municipal Customer Service hours are: 8am – 5pm Monday-Friday 8am – 12pm Saturdays Direct Dial 610-936-9967

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Your service day is Thursday

Need to check your service day? Place your trash and recycling curbside on Wednesday evening for Thursday pick up. Bulk pick ups occur the last Thursday of the month.

Trash Service Downingtown Borough

All You Need to Know About

Make sure to put your trash & recycle toters curbside for collection the night before your pick up day.

  • Borough issued toters must be used.

  • Your toters should be at least 3 feet clear of any other objects including other toters, mailboxes, cars, street signs, etc.

  • Wheels on your toter should be toward the house so that all materials are emptied.

  • Be sure trash is bagged and lids are closed to prevent spills.

We cannot take:

  • Hazardous waste including radioactive, reactive, toxic, ignitable, corrosive, or acidic items.

  • E-waste including televisions, computers, etc.

  • C & D including concrete, roofing, and other home remodeling debris.

Downingtown Cans

Downingtown Borough Bulk Waste

Your bulk item will collected on the last Thursday of the month.

Large items of refuse such as worn-out furniture, Freon-free appliances, and other household goods which can be handled safely by two people.

Mattresses and Toilets

For our employees’ safety:

  • Mattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic.

  • Toilets must be bagged.

How to Schedule

While it is not required, it is very helpful to contact our Municipality Department by 12pm on Wednesday.

Direct Dial 610-936-9967

DB@whitetaildisposal.com

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Items Containing Freon

To dispose of items containing refrigerants residents must schedule pick up in advance and items shall be marked with certification that the freon has been properly removed.

This includes freezer, refrigerator, air conditioner, dehumidifier, water cooler.

  • All doors must be removed prior to pick up.

  • These items cannot be picked up with the regular truck.

For other disposal options follow the link below.

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Here to Guide You on Recycling Services

Recyclables must be clean and dry. Do not bag recyclables. If your recycling is contaminated it will be handled as trash.

Belongs in Recycling

Does Not Belong in Recycling

Holiday Services and Schedule - Downingtown Borough


Downingtown Memorial Day 2026

Monday, May 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Collection will be completed on a one day delay of service.

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Downingtown Independence Day 2026

Saturday, July 4th, 2026

Service will be completed as scheduled.

Downingtown Labor Day 2026

Monday, September 7th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Collection will be completed on a one day delay of service.

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Downingtown Thanksgiving Day 2026

Thursday, November 26th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Collection will be completed on a one day delay of service.

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Downingtown Christmas Day 2026

Friday, December 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Service will be completed as scheduled.

Downingtown New Years Day 2027

Friday, January 1st, 2027

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Service will be completed as scheduled.

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Upcoming Recycling/Disposal Events

Pre-Registration Required Chester County Household Hazardous Waste Events Check back for 2026 dates

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to use Whitetail carts?

No, all residents of the borough must use the provided borough carts for trash and recycle.

What do I do with EWaste?

Follow the link below for local resources.

More Info

How to I dispose of batteries?

DO NOT dispose of batteries in your trash or recycling.

Lithium batteries are highly flammable and potentially explosive.

Improper disposal is a major safety concern for the community and the disposal crew.

Chester Co. provided household hazardous waste disposal throughout the year.

Disposal Info

How do I bundle extra cardboard?

  1. Breakdown and flatten all boxes.

  2. Stack boxes neatly.

  3. Secure with tape or twine.

Bundles should be 4′ long x 1′ thick or less.

One (1) bundle per week can be put out next to the recycling cart.

What can I throw away?

Most regular household waste.

If you have anything unusual like construction material, paint cans, or appliances, please contact us first and we may be able to help you find a way to get rid of theses items.