Managing household waste efficiently is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. Grand Prairie offers comprehensive solid waste services to help residents dispose of their trash, recycling, and bulky items conveniently and responsibly.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Grand Prairie
Residents must set out their garbage and recycling by 7 a.m. on their scheduled collection day, but not before 8 p.m. the night before. This ensures timely and organized waste removal while maintaining neighborhood aesthetics.
Residential Trash Collection
For standard garbage collection:
- Use plastic bags (any color except blue or red)
- Secure bags tightly to prevent waste scattering
- Republic Services will collect one cubic yard of garbage per visit
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Grand Prairie offers free weekly bulk item collection for:
- Old appliances
- Unwanted furniture
- Washers and refrigerators
- Sofas and chairs
To schedule bulk item pickup, call Republic Services at 817-261-8812. Note that wait times can be 20-30 minutes during peak hours.
Important Bulk Pickup Exclusions
The following items are NOT considered bulk items:
- Carpet
- Fencing
- Building materials
These construction and demolition wastes should be taken to the Grand Prairie Landfill.
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Grand Prairie provides two brush pickup options:
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Curbside Garbage Day Method:
- Cut and bind brush into bundles
- Maximum weight: 50 pounds
- Maximum length: 6 feet
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Monthly Brush Zone Pickup:
- Stack brush at the curb during designated week
- Limbs no larger than 10 inches in diameter
- Maximum length: 5 feet
- Pile size no larger than a VW Beetle
Special Waste Handling Guidelines
Handling Hazardous Waste
- Place needles in empty laundry detergent containers
- Wrap broken glass in newspaper and tape
- Mark boxes containing broken glass clearly
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
No garbage or recycling collection occurs on city holidays. Residents should consult the official Grand Prairie Garbage/Recycling Holiday Schedule for specific dates.
How to Request Services
Contact methods for waste management services:
- Residential Garbage Collection: 817-261-8812
- Bulky Item Collection: 817-261-8812
- Recycling Information: 972-237-8061
- General City Services: 972-237-8000
Grand Prairie’s solid waste services provide comprehensive, convenient trash and recycling solutions for residents. By following guidelines and understanding collection schedules, you can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
FAQ
How do I get rid of furniture in Grand Prairie?To schedule a free curbside pick-up of bulky waste items, call Republic Services at metro 817-261-8812. * This is a free service and available weekly. Bulky items only include old or unwanted appliances and furniture such as washers, refrigerators, sofas and chairs.
What is considered bulk pick up?What’s considered bulky trash? Accepted materials vary by location, but common bulky, large or heavy items include: Mattress & Box Springs. Bed Frames.
How to get rid of lots of trash at once?Hire the services of a trash removal company. [Company] is willing and able to haul your trash, no matter how big the load.
What is not considered bulk waste?Bulk waste DOES NOT include construction debris (including carpet), dead animals, hazardous waste, tires, lumber, fence, stable matter or car parts.
https://www.gptx.org/Departments/Solid-Waste/Garbage-Recycling-Collection/Bulky-Waste
To schedule a free curbside pick-up of bulky waste items, call Republic Services at metro 817-261-8812. This is a free service and available weekly.
https://www.gptx.org/Departments/Solid-Waste/Garbage-Recycling-Collection/Garbage-Collection-Guidelines
To schedule a free curbside pick-up of bulky waste items, call Republic Services at metro 817-261-8812.* This is a free service and available weekly. Bulky