Trash & Recycling
Important recycling requirements, tote rules, and pickup guidelines for Pioneer Valley Waste Solutions customers.
Recycling Requirements
Certain cities and towns require recycling. For those locations, customers must purchase both trash and recycling service.
Acceptable Recycling
- Metal cans
- Food and beverage cans — empty and rinse
- Plastic bottles, jars, jugs and tubs
- Glass bottles and jars — empty and rinse
- Paper and cardboard
Keep These Out
- No food or liquid
- No plastic bags or plastic wrap
- No clothing or linens
- No cords, hoses, wires or chains
- No hazardous or bulky items
- No garbage
Empty All Containers
Food and liquid can ruin other recyclables. Please empty and rinse containers before placing them in your recycling tote.
Tote Placement Reminder
Place totes correctly: Face totes toward the road, keep them near the curb, and leave space between totes so the truck can service them properly.
- Totes must face the road
- Keep totes about 1 foot apart
- Totes must be within 3 feet of the curb
- Have totes curbside before 7 AM
Terms & Conditions
- The homeowner/renter is responsible for the totes. Damaged or destroyed totes, other than normal wear and tear, may result in a replacement fee.
- If a service payment by check bounces, a $35 fee will be charged.
- If ACH payment is returned for insufficient funds, a $10 fee will be charged.
- If an automatic credit card payment is declined, a $5 fee will be charged.
- Do not place extra bags outside of totes. Extra bags may result in additional charges unless approved before pickup.
Thank You!
Thank you for choosing Pioneer Valley Waste Solutions as your trusted trash and recycling provider.