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1. Where do I call to obtain information about the recent changes in trash collection services for county residents?

For information about your trash collection service, please contact CountyClick at 3-1-1.

2. Where can I review frequently asked questions regarding the county's new ban policy on plastic bags/film in the Residential Curbside Single-Stream Recycling Program?

For more information about the policy, please contact County Click 3-1-1 or download the Plastic Disposable Bags/Plastic Film FAQs (PDF).

3. If my refuse or recycling collection day falls on a holiday, when is the next collection day?

To view a full list of the waste collection holiday schedule, visit http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/2534/2016---2017-Waste-Collection-Schedule for more information or contact CountyClick at 311.

4. What happens to recyclables after they are collected from the curb?

Once collected, recyclables are taken to the County's Materials Recycling Facility where the materials are sorted and are either crushed (glass) or baled (newspaper, plastic, aluminum and steel) for shipment to markets. For more information, please visit our Residential Recycling Program Page.

5. Who do I call to find out my recycling and trash collection days?

To learn the trash and recycling days for your community, please contact CountyClick at 311.

6. How can I get bulky trash items picked up?

Bulky trash items such as washing machines, dryers, furniture, hot water heaters, and other large items are collected by appointment only. To schedule an appointment for Bulky Trash, call 301-883-4748, or dial 311, Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Appointments are scheduled for normal County workdays on a first-come, first-served basis. Appointments can also be scheduled via the online Bulky Application.

7. How do I dispose of items such as oil-based paints and pesticides?

Household items that are flammable, caustic or toxic are considered to be hazardous. Household hazardous waste includes:
-Acids
-Antifreeze
-Car Batteries
-Cleaners
-Insecticides
-Oil-Based Paints
-Poisons
-Solvents
-Swimming Pool Chemicals
-Used Motor Oil

Citizens and residents can take their household hazardous waste to the Household Hazardous Waste Acceptance Site located at the Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfill, 11611 White House Road in Upper Marlboro on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information concerning household hazardous waste, please call 301-883-5045.

8. Is it ok to leave grass clippings on our lawn?

Clippings that are left on the lawn will return to the earth and restore natural ingredients to the soil. Additionally, these clippings help to retain moisture, reduce wear and facilitate growth. By not bagging our grass clippings, the cost of waste removal is reduced by 24%. Find more information about Yard Waste Collection.