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Municipal Waste Service Earl Township

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

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Thursday Service Day

Make sure to put your waste curbside Wednesday night for Thursday collection.

Trash Services Earl Township

All You Need to Know About

Service includes two (2) full thirty-gallon cans OR three (3) bags per residence per collection.

  • All refuse receptacles must securely contain its contents and may be easily handled by one person. Containers, together with contents shall not exceed forty (40) pounds in weight.

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.

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Earl Township Bulk Waste

Bulk item removal is not included with your waste service but can be scheduled for an additional fee. Please contact us for more information.

Mattresses and Toilets

For our employees’ safety:

  • Mattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic.

  • Toilets must be bagged.

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.

How to Schedule

Contact our Municipality Department by 12pm the day prior to your service day to schedule:

Direct Dial 610-936-9967

Earltwp@whitetaildisposal.com

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Earl Township Recycling Services

The Township does not contract with anyone to collect recycling. If you are interested in recycling, you may take your glass, aluminum, tin cans, plastic and paper to The Rolling Hills Landfill, located at 583 Longview Road (for GPS enter 2 Shenkel Road), and deposit in the provided containers.

Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Acceptable Materials: aluminum cans, glass bottles, jars, metal cans, plastic beverage containers, and cardboard

Yard Waste

General yard and garden wastes such as branches, grass clippings, weeds, and leaves are not included with your waste service.

Drop Off

Several facilities in Berks County accept yard waste for composting.


Christmas Trees

Several facilities in Berks County accept Christmas trees for recycling.

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Holiday Services and Schedule - Earl Township


Earl Memorial Day 2026

Monday, May 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

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

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Earl Independence Day 2026

Saturday, July 4th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

Collection schedule will not be affected.

Earl Labor Day 2026

Monday, September 7th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

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

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Earl Thanksgiving Day 2026

Thursday, November 26th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

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

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.

Earl Christmas Day 2026

Friday, December 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

No service delay.

Earl New Years Day 2027

Friday, January 1st, 2027

WE WILL BE CLOSED

No service delay.

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Earl Township Upcoming Events

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    11 April, 2026

    9am

    Governor Mifflin Intermediate School

    Berks Co. Hazardous Waste Event

    Pre-Registration Required

    More Info

  • A person wearing a gray jacket stands outdoors in a snowy landscape, smiling at the camera with bare trees in the background.

    18 April, 2026

    9am

    Governor Mifflin Intermediate School

    Berks Co. Paper Shredding Event

    Pre-Registration Required

    More Info

  • A person wearing a gray jacket stands outdoors in a snowy landscape, smiling at the camera with bare trees in the background.

    2 May, 2026

    9am

    19 Schoolhouse Rd Boyertown

    Bulk Waste Event – Spring Cleanup

    Pre-Registration Required

    For residents only

    More Info

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do with my Recycling?

In addition to recycling at the Rolling Hills Landfill, there are several facilities or programs availible in Berks County.

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How do I get rid of E-waste like computers?

Berks County operates an Electronic Waste Recycling Center at 1316 Hilltop Rd., Leesport.

Residents can drop off electronics at no charge:

Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday

8:00 AM – Noon

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How do I get rid of yard waste?

Follow the link below for local composting sites.

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How do I properly dispose of medications?

Follow the link below for local drop off sites.

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Are there any requirements for my trash can?

Containers should be made of sturdy plastic or metal.

All container must in good condition with no ragged or sharp edges.

How do I get rid of tires?

Berks County offers a tire recycling program at 1316 Hilltop Rd., Leesport.

Follow the link below for more information.

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