Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and the City of Rowlett takes pride in providing comprehensive trash collection services to its residents. Understanding your local trash pick up schedule and options can help you contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment while keeping your neighborhood looking its best.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Rowlett
The City of Rowlett has partnered with Republic Services to provide weekly trash and recycling collection services for residential customers. As of September 2024, Republic Services became the primary waste management provider for the city, ensuring reliable and consistent waste collection.
Residential Trash Collection
Residents receive weekly trash collection services through Republic Services. The city emphasizes the importance of proper waste disposal and provides clear guidelines to help residents prepare their trash for pickup.
Recycling Services
In addition to regular trash collection, Rowlett offers comprehensive recycling services. Residents can participate in the city’s recycling program to reduce waste and support environmental sustainability.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Rowlett provides a generous bulk and brush trash collection service:
- Up to 2 cubic yards of bulk items can be collected weekly
- A washer and dryer is approximately 2 cubic yards
- Additional services are charged at $12.00 per cubic yard
- Items must be neatly stacked and placed in front of the property
- No alley pickups are permitted
- Bulk items must be out by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day
What Counts as Bulk Waste?
Acceptable bulk items include:
- Household appliances
- Furniture
- Microwaves and small appliances
- Hot water heaters
- Minor remodeling debris
- Fencing (in 4′ x 6′ sections)
Unacceptable Items
The following items are not permitted for bulk pickup:
- Dirt, rock, and concrete
- Automobile parts, tires, and batteries
- Liquids like paint or motor oil
- Hazardous materials
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste is defined as plant material including:
- Leaves
- Grass clippings
- Branches
- Flowers
- Roots
- Wood waste
Residents are prohibited from including:
- Loose soils
- Sod
- Food waste
- Plastics
- Synthetic fibers
- Lumber
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During the following holidays, trash pickup will be delayed by one day:
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
How to Find or Request Services
For trash pick up services or issues:
- Contact Republic Services at 972-422-2341
- Email: [email protected]
- Include name, address, and phone number
- Optional: Attach photos of brush piles
Additional Support:
- For unresolved issues, contact Pat Atkins at (972) 412-6107
- For further assistance, reach Theresa Hejny in Public Works at (972) 412-6168
The City of Rowlett is committed to providing efficient and comprehensive waste management services. By following guidelines and participating in the city’s trash and recycling programs, residents can help maintain a clean, sustainable community.
Extra Benefit: Rowlett residents can dispose of debris at no charge at the CM Hinton Landfill twice per calendar year with a Landfill Pass.
https://www.rowletttx.gov/1548/Trash-and-Recycle-Collection
The City of Rowlett provides weekly trash and recycling collection service to residential customers and customized collection services for business customers.
https://www.rowletttx.gov/914/Brush-and-Bulk-Collection
Special brush and bulk pick up can be arranged by calling customer support at 972.422.2341. You may also request pickup via email: If requesting a pickup via