Understanding when heavy trash pickup occurs in La Porte, TX can help residents properly dispose of bulky items and yard waste. This guide covers the 2023 schedule, collection policies, and preparation tips.
Overview of Heavy Trash
La Porte classifies certain household items for curbside collection as “heavy trash” rather than regular garbage. Heavy trash pickup occurs on a bi-monthly schedule throughout the year.
Heavy trash includes:
- Brush and yard waste
- Building materials
- Bulky items like furniture and appliances
- Tires (limit 2 per household)
Heavy trash must be separated from regular household waste and requires special collection.
2023 Heavy Trash Schedule
La Porte divides the city into 6 collection zones labeled A through F. Each zone has 2 scheduled heavy trash days per month – one in the first week and one in the second week.
2023 Heavy Trash Collection Dates
| Zone | 1st Week | 2nd Week |
|---|---|---|
| A | Jan 4-5 | Jan 18-19 |
| B | Jan 11-12 | Jan 25-26 |
| C | Jan 6-7 | Jan 20-21 |
| D | Jan 13-14 | Jan 27-28 |
| E | Jan 3-4 | Jan 17-18 |
| F | Jan 10-11 | Jan 24-25 |
The schedule continues bi-monthly following the same A-F zone pattern through December 2023.
See the full 2023 schedule to find your zone’s pickup dates.
Place heavy trash curbside by 7 AM on your first scheduled date. Collection occurs only on one of the two scheduled days.
Heavy Trash Collection Policies
La Porte enforces specific policies for heavy trash pickup:
- Piles are limited to 10 cubic yards – approximately 6 x 6 x 8 feet. Excess will be left uncollected.
- No hazardous materials, concrete, bricks, rocks, or dirt.
- Brush and yard waste must be separated from bulky items.
- Items should be placed curbside in front of your home, not across the street or blocking road access.
- Refrigerators and other appliances must be emptied with doors tied shut or removed.
- Clearly mark any items not easily identifiable as trash.
- Avoid placing under low tree limbs or power lines.
- Collection only occurs once during the two scheduled days.
Contact the city’s solid waste contractors if you need to arrange pickup of excess materials.
Preparing Items for Heavy Trash Pickup
Follow these tips to ensure your heavy trash is collected properly:
- Cut brush and branches to 4 foot lengths and bundle securely.
- Box, bag, or containerize small loose items like bolts, hardware, and home improvement supplies.
- Remove doors from large appliances and secure open compartments.
- Drain mowers and other mechanical items of oil and gasoline.
- Mark items clearly as “Trash” if they are not easily identifiable.
- Schedule pickup with the city for tires, appliances with Freon, and excess materials. Additional fees may apply.
- Avoid placing items near structures and fixtures like mailboxes, power poles, fences, or fire hydrants.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
La Porte does not collect hazardous household materials like chemicals, batteries, and paint as part of heavy trash pickup.
Residents must utilize La Porte’s monthly hazardous waste collection events. Materials should be properly contained and labeled.
Contact Information
Contact La Porte Solid Waste Services with any questions about preparing for heavy trash pickup or proper disposal:
La Porte Solid Waste
Phone: (281) 470-5020
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.laportetx.gov/solidwaste
Knowing the designated pickup schedule, collection policies, and preparation tips can help La Porte residents effectively manage heavy trash disposal.
Reference
https://www.laportetx.gov/416/Heavy-Trash-Collection
https://www.laportetx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3891/2023-BRUSH-AND-HEAVY-TRASH-COLLECTION-DATES%3FbidId%3D