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Dallas, TX Trash & Recycling Pickup Schedule (2026) — The Complete Guide

Complete guide for Dallas, TX: weekly garbage & recycling, brush & bulk collection (set-out windows),
household hazardous waste options, holiday changes, drop-off/transfer sites, and how to report a missed pickup.

Dallas in 10 seconds: Garbage is weekly for eligible single-family homes and duplexes.
Recycling is also typically weekly. Brush & bulk collections follow a separate schedule and may require specific
set-out windows. Use the City’s Schedule lookup to confirm your exact services and dates.

📍 Address lookup (official) & Sanitation Services app

Enter your address to see your exact pickup day for garbage, recycling, and brush/bulk (plus any alerts or holiday changes).

  1. Open the City schedule page: Find Your Schedule
  2. Enter your address and review your garbage, recycling, and brush/bulk dates.
  3. Optional: use the “Dallas Sanitation Services” app for reminders and service alerts.
Tip: Brush & bulk can have different rules than weekly carts—always confirm your set-out window for your service area.

🗓️ Weekly pickup & set-out rules

Dallas collection details can vary by service type (curbside vs alley). Use the official schedule tool for your address,
then follow placement and clearance rules to avoid missed service.

Frequencies

  • Garbage: weekly (eligible single-family homes/duplexes)
  • Recycling: typically weekly (confirm by address)
  • Brush & bulk: scheduled / special collection (confirm by address)

Cart placement basics

  • Place carts at your service point (curb or alley) based on your address rules
  • Keep handles facing the house (for many curbside routes)
  • Leave clearance: about 3 ft on sides and ~1.5 ft behind (avoid obstacles)

Before you report a miss

Check service alerts/holiday changes first. If your materials still aren’t collected after the service window, contact Dallas 311.

♻️ Recycling — accepted & not accepted

Dallas uses single-stream recycling (confirm your exact day by address). Keep recyclables empty, dry & loose
(no bagged recyclables and no plastic bags/film).
If you want a quick “what goes where” explainer too, see:
Trash vs. Recycling (US).

Accepted (typical single-stream)

  • Paper & flattened cardboard
  • Metal cans (aluminum/steel)
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Rigid plastics (commonly #1–#7; confirm local guidance)

Not accepted

  • Plastic bags/film or wrap
  • Batteries, electronics, cords
  • Construction debris mixed in
  • Hazardous waste (see HHW section)

Reminder: For the official “what goes where” rules, use the City sanitation pages and your address schedule tool.

📦 Brush & bulk collection

Brush (tree limbs/yard debris) and bulk items (furniture/large items) are collected on a separate schedule and can have different set-out rules.
Storm cleanup and major holidays can also shift brush/bulk timing.

  • Use the Schedule lookup to confirm your brush/bulk collection dates.
  • Follow your service area’s set-out window (items put out too early may not be collected).
  • Check City “special collections” updates during holidays or after severe weather.

⚠️ Household hazardous waste

For paint, chemicals, batteries, and other hazardous items, Dallas provides guidance and may partner on HHW drop-off events.
Always confirm current drop-off rules and event schedules before you go.

  • Check the City sanitation site for HHW guidance and any current HHW event calendar links.
  • Do not place hazardous materials in curbside carts.

📍 Drop-off locations & transfer stations

Dallas has landfill/transfer facilities that may accept certain materials. Always confirm public access, fees, and hours before visiting.

  • McCommas Bluff Landfill: 5100 Youngblood Rd, Dallas, TX (public access may vary)
  • Northwest Transfer Station (Bachman): 9500 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX (check hours/fees)

🎉 Holiday schedule (possible early moves)

Holiday schedules can change weekly service and brush/bulk dates. In some years, the City has moved Friday collections earlier
around major holidays. Always confirm on the City’s holiday alerts and your address schedule page.

Schedule & alerts: Dallas Sanitation Schedule

🚚 Missed pickup — what to do

If your garbage or recycling wasn’t collected:

  1. Confirm set-out time (aim for early morning) and correct placement (curb vs alley), with proper clearance.
  2. Check the City schedule/alerts for holiday changes or route notes.
  3. If still missed, contact Dallas 311 or submit a request through the City service portal.

FAQ — Dallas trash & recycling

What day is trash pickup in Dallas, TX?

Most eligible single-family homes and duplexes receive weekly garbage pickup from the City of Dallas. Use the official address schedule lookup to confirm your exact day and service type (curbside vs alley).

How often is recycling collected in Dallas?

Recycling is typically collected weekly (single-stream), but schedules can vary by service area. Check the City schedule tool by address to confirm your recycling day and any alerts.

How does brush and bulk pickup work in Dallas?

Brush and bulk items are collected on a separate schedule and may require specific set-out windows. Use the City Schedule lookup to confirm your brush/bulk dates and follow the service rules for your area.

Do holidays delay trash and recycling in Dallas?

Often yes—holiday schedules can shift weekly collections, and in some cases Friday routes may be moved earlier around major holidays. Always confirm on the City’s holiday/service alerts and your address schedule page.


☎️ Official links & contacts (Dallas)