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Curbside Garbage & Yard waste
Learn more about residential garbage and yard waste pickup and your collection day.
Curbside Recycling
Learn more about residential recycling pickup, your collection day and what items are recyclable.
Bulk Waste / Tree Waste
Learn more about bulk waste trash (even month) and tree waste (odd month) curbside pickup.
Drop-Off
Find more information regarding our Neighborhood Depositories, Recycling Centers, Environmental Service Center, and the ReUse Warehouse.
Need Assistance?
Contact 3-1-1 or submit a service request through online for issues such as missed
collections, roll cart repair, damages, and more.
Department News
January 22, 2024
Solid Waste Management Department Launches 6-Week Food Waste Drop-Off Program
Instead of sending your food waste to the landfill where it contributes to the release of methane gas; transform it into nutrient-rich #compost to feed the grass, plants, and landscaping around our city. Let's compost for a greener tomorrow!
February 26, 2024
Batterie, Oil, Latex paint and Antifreez (BOPA) Collection Event
The City of Houston holds Batteries, Oil, Paint (latex only) and Antifreeze (B.O.P.A.) mobile collections. This event provides residents with a FREE and safe alternative to rid their homes of potentially dangerous materials.
February 26, 2024
Solid Waste Management Truck Art Contest
Solid Waste Management and the Houston Independent School District have partnered up to find unique recycling artwork from students to participate in the inaugural partnership truck art contest! This year's theme is “Reimagine: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”