Garland Trash Schedule: Everything You Need To Know

Knowing your Garland trash schedule is key to ensuring your garbage, recycling, and bulk items are collected on time. This article provides a comprehensive guide on Garland’s trash pickup schedule, guidelines, and resources so you never miss a collection day again!

Garland Trash Collection Days

• Garland provides trash collection services for residents every Tuesday through Friday, depending on your address.

• Trash collection occurs weekly on the same day each week.

• Most residents have their trash collected on Tuesdays and Fridays.

• To find your specific collection day, enter your address on the MyGarland website or refer to the Recycling Page. Your collection day will be listed under ‘Services’.

• Your collection day will not change week to week. Mark it on your calendar so you remember!

Garland Trash Collection Times

• Place carts at the curb by 7 AM on your collection day.

• Leave carts at the curb until at least 7 PM on your collection day.

• Collection crews work from 7 AM to 8 PM.

• If you believe you’ve been missed, wait until the next day before reporting it. Customers have 24 hours after their collection day to report a missed pickup.

Garland Trash Preparation Guidelines

Follow these guidelines so your trash is collected properly:

• Bag all trash to prevent litter and keep carts clean.

• Make sure lids are closed and do not overfill carts.

• Do not place bags of trash outside carts. They will not be collected.

• Keep carts near the curb or within 3 feet of the alley on collection day.

• Position carts with wheels facing your home.

• Leave 4 feet between carts if you have multiple.

• Do not place carts near obstructions like mailboxes or utility boxes.

• Do not park vehicles in front of carts.

Recycling Collection

• Recycling is collected every other week on your trash collection day.

• Garland follows a blue/yellow week schedule.

• Refer to the Recycling Page to see if you are on a blue or yellow week.

• Recycling weeks alternate, so your pickup week will be different each time.

Brush and Bulk Item Collection

• Brush and bulky items like furniture or yard waste are collected on your regular trash day.

• Tree limbs can be placed at the curb anytime. Other items can be placed starting 6 PM the evening before your collection day.

• Keep brush and bulk items in separate piles from regular trash.

Missed Pickup

If your trash or recycling is not collected on your scheduled day:

• Double check the guidelines to ensure items were set out properly.

• Wait until the day after your collection day before reporting a missed pickup.

• Report missed pickups via eAssist or by calling 972-205-3500.

• Be ready to provide your name, address, and what materials were missed.

Holiday Schedule Changes

Garland trash pickup is delayed by one day after these major holidays:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

So if your normal pickup is Thursday, it will slide to Friday that holiday week. Schedule adjusts accordingly for all days.

Acquiring More Carts

You can request up to 2 additional trash carts for a total of 3 per household:

• Additional carts are $7.10 per month per cart.

• Call 972-205-3500 or submit an eAssist request to get additional carts.

• Damaged carts are repaired or replaced for free by the city. Contact them if repairs are needed.

Special Collection Services

Garland offers assistance to those who need help taking trash and recycling carts to the curb:

• Available for elderly, disabled, or visually impaired residents without assistance.

• Provide pickup at door instead of curb.

• Contact Utility Customer Services to see if you qualify.

Key Contacts

• Request repairs, report missed pickups, get additional carts, or ask questions by contacting:

  • Call 972-205-3500

  • Email [email protected]

  • Submit request on eAssist

• For issues specifically at the C.M Hinton Jr. Regional Landfill:

  • Call: 972-205-3670

  • Email: [email protected]

Garland Trash Guidelines Summary

Follow these key guidelines to ensure successful trash and recycling pickup:

• Know your collection day and mark it on your calendar.

• Place carts out by 7 AM on day of pickup.

• Follow guidelines on cart placement and preparation.

• Leave carts out until 7 PM on your collection day.

• Report any missed pickups the next day.

• Check the holiday schedule for changes after major holidays.

• Contact Garland Sanitation with any questions or issues.

Properly preparing your trash and recycling and following Garland’s collection schedule is easy when you know what to expect. Now that you’re an expert on Garland’s trash pickup process, you’ll never miss collection day again!