Penn Waste's single stream recycling facility allows you to place all of your recyclables in one container for collection. No sorting is needed. Below are a few tips to ensure the items you recycle are able to be processed after pickup. These steps help ensure that your recycling efforts are contributing to a greener future. You can also download a printable version of our single stream recycling guidelines by clicking here.

Cleaning & Preparing Your Materials
Rinsing containers to remove food or product residue helps ensure the materials you recycle are able to be processed after pickup. This can also help reduce odor and insects around the area in your home where your recycling container is stored.

Products heavily damaged or soiled may not be recycled and should instead be placed in your waste container. Visit the “What is Recyclable” page for a list of acceptable materials and instructions on how to most efficiently prepare them for recycling.

Getting Ready for Pickup
Placing your bin in the appropriate area for pickup and following the simple steps below will help ensure your materials are collected on your designated pickup days.

1. Check the Weather Forecast.
   If the weather calls for high winds or rain, keep your recycling inside until the following week, if possible. Wet paper is more difficult to process.
2. Place your bin out on the scheduled pickup day.
   Pickup dates and times vary for each community. To locate your pickup schedule, visit the “Resources for Your Municipality” page and select your township or borough from the drop down menu.
3. Ensure any loose paper or light cardboard is covered with heavier materials.
   This will help ensure your materials do not blow out of the bin.
4. Bundle any large or loose pieces of cardboard that will not fit inside your recycling bin.
5. Collect your recycling container as soon as possible after pickup to prevent it from blowing away.

If you have any questions about Penn Waste's residential recycling services, call 717-767-4456 or complete the” Contact Customer Service” form.