Frequently Asked Questions

During this time of year, waste must be bagged (Garbage bags not Kraft bags) and can be put out as part of your normal Borough refuse collection as long as it does not exceed your four bag limit.

Yes, it must be a Borough provided bin.

Please contact the Borough Office at custserv@ephrataboro.org or call (717) 738-9222 between 8:00am and 4:30pm Monday thru Friday. Include your name and phone number as well as the address of the missed collection. Please leave the containers at the curb so they can be collected the next day.

No, the Borough provides recycling services only for residential properties.

Vehicle batteries can be disposed of at the Lancaster Solid Waste Authority located along Harrisburg Pike in Lancaster. The Waste Authority can be reached at 717.397.9968 or you can visit their website here,

Hazardous materials can be disposed of at the Lancaster Solid Waste Authority located along Harrisburg Pike in Lancaster. The Waste Authority can be reached at 717.397.9968 or you can visit their website here,

Yes, all residential customers in the Borough are required to have recycling services and are encouraged to participate in the program.

The hauler will make every attempt to pick up your recycling. Please try to put it out at the scheduled time. If they do not collect it on the designated day, they will attempt to pick it up the following day. Prolonged inclement weather conditions could delay your service to the following week. The Borough will post updates on our website.