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Municipal Waste Services Northampton 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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Searchable Service Map

Search our Northampton Township service map and find out your pick up day for trash and recycling.

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Trash Services Northampton Township

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

As a reminder, any trash placed outside your cart will not be collected. If additional service is needed, a second cart is available for lease.

  • Northampton carts must be used.

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

  • Wheels on your cart 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.

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Trash & Recycle Equipment

Whitetail Disposal is servicing the majority of Northampton Township residents with automated trucks
that utilize Northampton Township toters for collection.

Some residents will still be serviced by manual trucks and do not receive toters.

If you have a green recycle toter provided by Northampton township continue to use it.

Additional Cart Lease

Have additional trash or recycling?

  • Any residence may get a 2nd waste cart (maximum 2 waste carts total per residence).

  • There is no additional monthly cost for a 2nd cart. Subject to a one-time charge.

  • The Township will not exchange used trash carts or recycle carts for new ones.

  • Carts are property of the township.

Trash Only - 65 Gallon Cart

Trash Only - 95 Gallon Cart

Contact us for pricing and to schedule.


Bulk Waste

Large items of refuse including, but not limited to, furniture, carpet, mattresses, and appliances normally generated at a residential property.

Each residential property shall be entitled to place one item of bulk waste at the curb or street line each week.

  • Sets of items comprised of multiple individual pieces may need to be removed over several pick ups such as a “patio set.”

  • This does not include construction material or items, hazardous items or material, or items that pose a significant safety risk to the collection team or community.

  • For the purpose of reasonable collection, some items which are too bulky may need to be broken up and securely tied in bundles not to exceed 50 pounds in weight or three (3) feet in length and placed next to the containers at the curb or street line.

  • Not all items can be collected with your normal truck and some may require a specialty truck that operates on a different schedule. Specialty items may not be included with borough service.

While it is not required to schedule bulk, our team greatly appreciates advanced notice

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

Direct Dial 610-936-9967

nhtwp@whitetaildisposal.com

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Additional Bulk Items

Mattress and Toilets

For our employees’ safety:

  • Mattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic.

  • Toilets must be bagged.

Item Containing Freon

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.

Common Non-Standard Bulk

May require a specialty truck that operates on a different schedule.

  • Basketball Equipment

  • Picnic tables/Benches

  • Electric Fireplace

  • Kerosene Heater

  • Generator

  • Porch Swing

  • Attic Steps

  • Trampoline (properly broken down)

  • Air Hockey Table

  • Tanning Bed

  • Common Items We Can't Take:

    Hazardous Items

  • Piano

  • Swing Set

  • Boat

  • Safe

  • Furnace Tank

  • Pool Tables

  • Large Satellite Dish

  • Large Pool Cover

  • Vehicles (cars, motorcycle, large riding mowers, etc.)

  • Glass (mirrors, windows, sliding glass door, glass top patio tables, aquariums)

  • Construction & Demo Material (concrete, marble, sandbags, bricks, asphalt, etc.)

  • Large Renovation items (garage doors, cast iron tubs, shower surrounds, furnaces, etc.

Bulk Alternatives

The link below has a list of donation centers in the township. Some will even come pick up your item!

NHTWP Donation GUIDE

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We Are Here to Guide You Recycling Services

If your recycling is contaminated, or includes items that are not acceptable according to the list below, they will be rejected. Recyclables must be clean and dry. Do not bag recyclables.

Belongs in Recycling

Does Not Belong in Recycling

How to Bundle Extra Cardboard

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

  1. Breakdown and flatten all boxes.

  2. Stack boxes neatly.

  3. Secure with tape or twine.

Waste cardboard

Yard Waste and Leaves

Branches or shrubbery cannot extend over the top of the can or bag.


April 1st through December 15th

Unlimited yard waste will be collected and taken to a composting facility the day following collection of trash/recycling.

  • Use biodegradable, 30-gallon paper bags or appropriate containers that do not weigh more than 50 pounds when full.

  • Yard waste in plastic bags will not be collected.

  • Tree branches and shrubbery must be no more than 36 inches long and less than 3 inches in diameter. They must be bundled and tied, taped or put in biodegradable bags.

  • Branches or shrubbery cannot extend over the top of the can or bag.

December 16th through March 31st

Yard waste should be put in your Northampton Township trash toter(s).

Christmas Trees

Trees from Christmas 2025 will be collected January 14th, 15th and 16th on your regular yard waste day schedule.

Put your tree curbside with your regular trash and recycling. Trees will be collected the day after regular service.

  • Trees over 6′ tall should be cut in half.

  • All decorations must be removed.

  • Do not bag trees for pick up.

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Holiday Services and Schedule Northampton Township


NHT Memorial Day 2026

Monday, May 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

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

  • Tuesday service will occur on Wednesday.

  • Wednesday service will occur on Thursday.

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.



NHT Independence 2026

Saturday, July 4th, 2026

NO SERVICE DELAY



NHT Labor Day 2026

Monday, September 7th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

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

  • Tuesday service will occur on Wednesday.

  • Wednesday service will occur on Thursday.

  • Thursday service will occur on Friday.



NHT Thanksgiving 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.



NHT Christmas 2026

Friday, December 25th, 2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED

No delay in service.



NHT New Year’s 2027

Friday, January 1st, 2027

WE WILL BE CLOSED

No delay in service.

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Upcoming Events - Northampton Township

Registration Required • Bucks Co. Hazardous Waste Event • Stay tuned for 2026 dates

More Info

FAQs

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.

Bucks County provides safe disposal events throughout the year.

Disposal Info

Local Donation Guide

Have items you’d rather give away than trash? The link below has list of donation centers in your township.

NHTWP Donation GUIDE

What do I use for my recycling?

If you have a green recycle toter provided by Northampton township continue to use it.

How do I bundle extra cardboard?

Breakdown and flatten all boxes.

  1. Stack boxes neatly.

  2. Secure with tape or twine.

  3. 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?

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.

What do I do with my old personal can?

We recommend you repurpose you personal can to be used for yard waste or storage

If you cannot repurpose your personal can you can put it out for collection on your trash day. It should be empty, marked with a red X, and place upside down to let the driver know you want it removed.

What do I use for yard waste?

April 1st through December 15th use biodegradable, 30-gallon paper bags or personal trash containers that do not weigh more than 50 pounds when full.

December 16th through March 31st Yard waste should be put in your Northampton Township trash toter(s).

Do I have to use a NHTWP Cart?

Yes, Northampton Township supplies containers for their residents which must be used for service.

If you have additional trash or recycling that does not fit into your cart you can purchase a 2nd cart.

Where can I get rid of Freon based appliances?

Follow the link below for a list of sites that accept freon based appliances in around Northampton Township.

Freon Appliance Disposal

How do I get rid of TVs and computers?

For the link below for a list of E-Cycling locations and programs local to Northampton Township.

E-Cycling Locations