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Philadelphia Dump Fees & Disposal Guide for Junk Removal Operators

Estimated $75–$100+/ton across the metro. Only SECCRA publishes transparent rates at $89/ton — all others require account negotiation.

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Facilities

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West Grove, Chester County (~45 min from Center City Philadelphia)

SECCRA Community Landfill (Chester County)

$89/ton MSW, $45/ton unchipped brush/limbs, appliances with freon $12 each, other appliances $5 each The only facility in the Philadelphia metro with a fully published, current fee schedule (effective January 1, 2026). Walk-up commercial loads appear to be accepted without formal account setup — weight-based billing at the gate. Serves 24 municipalities and commercial haulers. Tire pricing is the most affordable found: auto tires $3 each, truck tires $20 each. Freon appliances $12 each — SECCRA handles refrigerant removal. Frozen/stuck load removal fee: $50. Electronics recycling program available. The trade-off is location — West Grove is roughly 45 minutes from Center City. Check hours at seccra.org/hours-of-operation or call (610) 869-2452 $5 gate fee for all vehicles MSW Green waste/brush ($45/ton) Tires Appliances (with/without freon)

$89/ton MSW, $45/ton unchipped brush/limbs, appliances with freon $12 each, other appliances $5 eachWest Grove, Chester County (~45 min from Center City Philadelphia)
Morrisville, Bucks County

WM Fairless Landfill (Bucks County)

Call (215) 741-2925 or WM Customer Service (800) 869-5566 — rates not published Major regional landfill with 3,500 tons/day capacity. Opens at 2AM for commercial haulers — earliest access in the metro, suggesting large-volume operators arrive predawn to beat queues. Strict on-site rules: all trucks must have CB radio tuned to channel 20, tow hooks front and rear, full PPE (vest, hard hat, boots, safety glasses, gloves), loads must be tarped, PA Act 90 stickers required, cab cards presented at scale house, designated truck routes (Tyburn Rd to New Ford Mill Rd), 15 MPH speed limit, tire dropping prohibited. Waste profiles must be approved before first disposal. Credit/debit cards or credit account accepted. Commercial: Mon–Fri 2AM–5PM, Sat 4AM–12PM (verify — discrepancy between WM sources); Sun closed Negotiated per account MSW C&D debris Biosolids Clean/contaminated soils (non-haz)

Call (215) 741-2925 or WM Customer Service (800) 869-5566 — rates not publishedMorrisville, Bucks County
TRC: South Philadelphia; Quickway: Northeast Philadelphia

Republic Services — TRC & Quickway Transfer Stations

TRC: (215) 465-4203; Quickway: (215) 743-2508 — rates not published Republic operates two transfer stations in Philadelphia. Quickway has the latest weekday closing time in the metro at 6PM and offers Saturday hours (6AM–12PM). TRC is in South Philadelphia near the waterfront. Neither publishes tipping fees — rates are contract-based. Compare Republic quotes against WM Grays Ferry for the best pricing in your area. TRC (S. Columbus Blvd): hours vary — verify by phone; Quickway (E. Orthodox St): Mon–Fri 6AM–6PM, Sat 6AM–12PM Account required MSW C&D debris General commercial waste

TRC: (215) 465-4203; Quickway: (215) 743-2508 — rates not publishedTRC: South Philadelphia; Quickway: Northeast Philadelphia
EMR: 2950 E Tioga St (Port Richmond); M. Dunn: 3611 Welsh Rd (Holmesburg, NE Philly)

EMR Philadelphia Port Richmond & M. Dunn Recycling

Copper #1 ~$4.25/lb, brass ~$2.55–$3.35/lb, aluminum ~$0.60–$1.05/lb, steel ~$140–$160/ton (Nov 2025–Jan 2026 Philly averages) EMR Port Richmond has the best hours in the metro — open 7 days a week including evenings until 7PM on weekdays. Government-issued photo ID required for all transactions at both yards. M. Dunn is family-owned (since 1932, 4.9 stars on Google) and pays cash — specializes in HVAC scrap, copper, and non-ferrous metals. Additional EMR locations at 3057 N 2nd St (Philadelphia) and Sharon Hill (3 Industrial Dr). At $85–$100/ton disposal costs, aggressive metal separation is essential for profitability. EMR: Mon–Fri 7AM–7PM, Sat–Sun 7AM–5PM; M. Dunn: Mon–Fri 7:30AM–5:30PM, Sat 7AM–11AM No minimum at either yard Ferrous metals (iron, steel) Non-ferrous (copper, brass, aluminum, lead, zinc) Appliances (white goods — freon must be removed at EMR) Construction scrap

Copper #1 ~$4.25/lb, brass ~$2.55–$3.35/lb, aluminum ~$0.60–$1.05/lb, steel ~$140–$160/ton (Nov 2025–Jan 2026 Philly averages)EMR: 2950 E Tioga St (Port Richmond); M. Dunn: 3611 Welsh Rd (Holmesburg, NE Philly)
2318 Washington Ave, Philadelphia (South Philadelphia — second location at 3111 W Allegheny appears closed)

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia ReStore

Free drop-off and free pickup; tax-deductible receipt provided (Tax ID: 42-1580163) Accepts furniture, working appliances, building materials, and cabinets that most donation centers refuse. Free pickup service for accepted donations of any size — schedule at habitatphiladelphia.vonigo.com or call (215) 739-9300. All items must be in good, clean, sellable condition — free of mold, water damage, and lead paint. Does NOT accept mattresses, items with rips/stains/odors/pet hair, or non-working appliances. At $85–$100/ton disposal costs, every item diverted here saves real money and provides a tax receipt for the customer. Shopping: Mon–Sat 10AM–6PM, Sun 12PM–5PM; Donation drop-off: Mon–Sat 10AM–4PM, Sun 12PM–4PM No minimum Furniture (sofas, dining sets, desks, chairs, dressers) Working appliances Electronics Building materials (tiles, light fixtures, lumber)

Free drop-off and free pickup; tax-deductible receipt provided (Tax ID: 42-1580163)2318 Washington Ave, Philadelphia (South Philadelphia — second location at 3111 W Allegheny appears closed)
Rules

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Savings

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Sorting

Separate scrap metals from every load and sell to EMR Port Richmond (open 7 days, evenings until 7PM) or M. Dunn Recycling (cash payments, NE Philly). Copper averages ~$4.25/lb, brass $2.55–$3.35/lb, aluminum $0.60–$1.05/lb in the Philadelphia market. At $85–$100/ton disposal costs, every pound of metal diverted to scrap yards improves margin on both sides — revenue in plus disposal cost avoided. Route reusable furniture, working appliances, and building materials to Habitat for Humanity ReStore (2318 Washington Ave, (215) 739-9300) — they offer free pickup for accepted donations. Also use Goodwill (multiple Philly locations) and Salvation Army (free pickup at 1-800-SA-TRUCK). Every item diverted eliminates tipping fees. At SECCRA, separate yard waste from MSW. Unchipped brush and limbs are $45/ton versus $89/ton for MSW — a $44/ton savings. Chipped brush under 500 lbs is free for municipal loads. Keep green waste loads strictly separate.

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SECCRA Community Landfill in West Grove, Chester County charges $89/ton for MSW (effective January 1, 2026) — the only facility in the metro with transparent, published pricing. DCSWA transfer stations in Delaware County were approximately $87/ton per 2024 budget data but may have increased. WM, Republic Services, and Reworld do not publish rates — all are negotiated per commercial account. The PA state average MSW tipping fee is $85.45/ton (EREF 2024). Get competing quotes from at least 3 facilities and use SECCRA's $89/ton as your negotiation benchmark.

Only SECCRA Community Landfill in Chester County publishes a full, current fee schedule: $89/ton MSW, $45/ton unchipped brush, auto tires $3 each, truck/tractor tires $20 each, freon appliances $12 each, other appliances $5 each, $5 gate fee minimum. No other major facility in the five-county Philadelphia metro publishes tipping fees. WM, Republic Services, Reworld, J.P. Mascaro, and DCSWA all negotiate rates per commercial account. This is standard industry practice for large private disposal companies in the Northeast.

EMR Philadelphia Port Richmond (2950 E Tioga Street, (848) 220-2734) is open 7 days a week with extended hours — weekdays until 7PM, weekends 7AM–5PM. M. Dunn Recycling in Holmesburg (3611 Welsh Road, (215) 624-2420) is family-owned with a 4.9-star Google rating and pays cash. Philadelphia copper averages ~$4.25/lb, brass $2.55–$3.35/lb, aluminum $0.60–$1.05/lb. Government-issued photo ID required at all yards. Additional EMR locations at 3057 N 2nd St and Sharon Hill. Always call for current rates — prices fluctuate daily.

WM Fairless Landfill has the strictest requirements: safety vest, hard hat, boots, safety glasses, and gloves are all mandatory on-site. Additionally, all trucks must have a CB radio tuned to channel 20 and tow hooks on both front and rear. All loads must remain tarped until unloading. PA Act 90 stickers are required on all trucks and trailers, and cab cards must be presented at the scale house. Stock your truck with full PPE before your first visit — arriving without required equipment means getting turned away.

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia ReStore (2318 Washington Ave, (215) 739-9300) accepts furniture, working appliances, building materials, and cabinets in good condition. They offer free pickup for donations of any size — schedule at habitatphiladelphia.vonigo.com. Open 7 days a week including Sundays. Goodwill (multiple Philadelphia locations) accepts furniture in good condition but does NOT accept large appliances, mattresses, or construction materials. Salvation Army (1-800-SA-TRUCK) offers free pickup and accepts furniture and working appliances. At $85–$100/ton disposal costs, every item diverted to donation saves real money.

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