Labor Day Holiday Schedule

In observance of Labor Day, Houston Public Works’ Solid Waste Management Division will adjust curbside collection service and close all Solid Waste facilities and administrative offices on Monday, September 7. Please review the adjusted schedule and set carts out on your revised collection day. View Holiday Schedule

Customer Service Line

For Solid Waste Management 311 Service Request status call: 832-394-1453.
Agents available Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Residential Container Pickup Program

The Container Pickup Program helps residents receive new garbage or recycling containers quickly and conveniently. Pickups are scheduled by appointment for your convenience. LEARN MORE

Department services

Garbage

Curbside Garbage and Yard Waste

Learn more about residential garbage and yard waste pickup and your collection day.

Curbside Recycling

Curbside Recycling

Learn more about residential recycling pickup, your collection day and what items are recyclable.

Bulk Waste / Tree Waste

Bulk Waste / Tree Waste

Learn more about bulk waste trash and tree waste curbside pickup.

Drop-Off

Residential Drop-Off

Find more information regarding our Residential Drop-Off, Recycling Centers, Environmental Service Center, and the ReUse Warehouse.

Additional Services

Additional Services

Find more information regarding business recycling and dumpster permitting.

About the Department

About the Department

Learn more about the Solid Waste Management Department, team and mission.

Find Your Schedule

Find your schedule, set notifications and learn how to properly dispose of waste.

Need Assistance?


Contact 3-1-1 or submit a service request online for issues such as missed
collections, roll cart repair, damages, and more.

Submit a 311 Request