New Braunfels, TX Trash and Recycling Collection Schedule

New Braunfels, TX provides weekly garbage pickup and biweekly recycling collection for residents. This article outlines key details on New Braunfels’ trash and recycling schedule, accepted materials, and who to contact about service.

Trash Collection

• Trash is collected weekly on a set day depending on your address.

• Use the Collection Day Lookup to find your scheduled pickup day.

• Trash must be in carts curbside by 6:30 AM on your pickup day. Carts should be placed out the night before.

• The City provides one 96-gallon cart per household. 48-gallon carts available upon request.

• Extra trash must have excess tags attached – $10 for 5 tags.

Holiday Schedule

If your regular pickup day falls on or after these holidays, collection is delayed one day that week:

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Day

Recycling Collection

• Recycling is collected every other week on alternating days from trash pickup.

• Check the Collection Day Lookup for your scheduled recycling weeks.

• Recycling carts must be curbside by 6:30 AM on your pickup day.

Accepted Recyclable Materials:

• Plastic containers (#1-5)
• Aluminum/steel cans
• Paper and cardboard
• Glass bottles and jars
• Milk and juice cartons

Fees

• $13.40 monthly fee for trash collection
• $4.26 monthly fee for recycling collection

Additional Disposal Options

• Brush and Bulk Pickup: Schedule pickup of large brush, branches, furniture, appliances for a fee by calling 830-221-4040.

• Quarterly Bulky Goods Days: Drop off large items for free at designated sites. Next event April 2024.

• Recycling Center: Drop off recyclables Wednesday-Saturday, 8am-4pm at 488 S Castell Ave.

Key Contacts

Solid Waste & Recycling Division

• Phone: (830) 221-4040
• Email: [email protected]

Service Requests: newbraunfels.gov/servicerequest

This overview covers trash and recycling collection in New Braunfels, TX. Contact the City with any other questions on pickup schedules, fees, or disposal options.