Trash and Recycling Collection Schedule in Natick, MA

Overview

• Trash and recycling collection in Natick is handled by the Town’s Department of Public Works.
• Trash is collected weekly on designated days depending on location.
• Recycling is collected alternately on a bi-weekly schedule depending on location.
• Collection services are not provided on major holidays.

Trash Collection

• All household trash must be placed in Town-approved blue trash bags. These blue trash bags can be purchased at local retailers.
• Trash bags should be placed curbside by 7 AM on collection day.
• Trash collection occurs once a week on designated weekdays depending on location:
  • Monday: South Natick
  • Tuesday: Natick Center
  • Wednesday: South Natick and Natick Center
  • Thursday: East Natick
  • Friday: West Natick
• View the collection calendar here to find your trash collection day.

Recycling Collection

• Recyclables must be placed in Town-provided recycling bins. No bags are permitted.
• Recycling bins should be placed curbside by 7 AM on collection day.
• Recycling collection occurs bi-weekly on alternating Fridays depending on location:
  • Week 1: East Natick and Natick Center
  • Week 2: West Natick and South Natick
• Accepted recyclables include paper, cardboard, glass bottles/jars, aluminum cans, and plastic containers.
• View the collection calendar here to find your recycling collection weeks.

Yard Waste Collection

• Yard waste must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or rigid containers labelled as “yard waste.”
• Yard waste is collected weekly from April to November on the same day as trash.
• From December to March, yard waste collection is by appointment only.

Bulky Item Collection

• Bulky items like furniture and mattresses are collected by appointment only.
• Residents must call the DPW at 508-647-6550 to schedule a bulky item pickup.
• Each household is allowed one bulky item pickup per calendar year at no charge. Additional pickups are $30 each.

Holiday Schedule

• Trash and recycling collection are cancelled on the following major holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

• If the holiday falls on a Monday, collection for the remainder of the week is shifted back by one day.

Contacts

For additional information, contact Natick’s Department of Public Works:

Phone: 508-647-6550

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.natickma.gov/902/Trash-Recycling-Collection

The town also offers a collection calendar, recycling guide, and FAQs on their website. Stay up-to-date on any schedule changes by signing up for email and text alerts.