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Residential and Commercial Waste Collection


Residential Waste Collection

PSWSU’s residential solid waste collection service includes twice per week garbage and once per week (alternating materials) recycling pickup for single-family up to nine-family properties. Individual containers (carts or dumpsters) are provided to each property to identify and assist with proper source separation of household garbage and recyclable waste. 

Per the PSWSU Rules & Regulations, residential customers requesting replacement or additional carts will be assessed a charge of $60.00 per cart.

Commercial Waste Collection

PSWSU’s contract-based Commercial (High Density) Waste Collection service includes garbage and/or* recycling pick-up for the following types of properties:

  • Residential properties with 10 units or more
  • Businesses
  • Mixed-use buildings

Collection schedules for high density properties are customized to suit the needs of the property. Containers are provided to identify and assist with proper source separation of household garbage and recyclable waste. Click here for commercial / high density waste disposal rules. Want an estimate for your commercial property? Click here, or contact PSWSU at 908-226-2518 ext. 258.


*Non-residential commercial customers may be eligible for a recycling-only service contract. Approval subject to review by PSWSU in accordance with the State of New Jersey Statewide Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act.

Municipal Waste Management
Skip the hassle and get a PSWSU shared service contract. Click here to learn about our no-bid comprehensive and convenient municipal waste management services.