Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and DeSoto County has implemented a comprehensive trash collection system to serve its residents. Understanding the local trash pick up process helps homeowners stay compliant and contribute to a cleaner environment.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in DeSoto County
As of October 1, 2023, Waste Connections took over trash services for unincorporated areas of DeSoto County and the Town of Walls. Residents can easily find their specific collection day by using the county’s interactive service map.
Residential Trash Collection
Service Details
- Monthly garbage service cost: $18.16 (increasing to $19.07 on October 1, 2025)
- Additional trash cart: $6 per month
- Service area: Unincorporated DeSoto County and Town of Walls
Important Collection Guidelines
- Only cart contents will be collected
- No trash bags or items outside the cart will be picked up
- Residents can order additional carts by calling 901-398-5400
Recycling Services
Recycling is not automatically included with trash service. Residents must:
- Explicitly sign up for recycling
- Pay an additional $10.38 per month (increasing to $10.90 on October 1, 2025)
- Use the online registration or call 901-398-5400 to enroll
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
For items that don’t fit in standard trash carts, DeSoto County offers alternative disposal options:
- Three county rubbish pits for non-household trash
- Up to four free visits to rubbish pits per month
- Annual Spring Cleanup with strategically placed dumpsters
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Residents in unincorporated areas should contact Waste Connections for specific yard waste guidelines. Municipal residents should contact their local city hall for detailed instructions.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Waste Connections suspends services on the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
How to Find or Request Services
Contact Information
- Waste Connections: 901-398-5400
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
- Environmental Services: 662-469-8152
Municipal Service Contacts
- Hernando: 662-429-9092
- Horn Lake: 662-342-7099
- Olive Branch: 662-895-4335
- Southaven: 662-796-2489
Billing and Payment
- Quarterly invoices mailed by Waste Connections
- First invoices sent in September for October services
- Online and phone payment options available
Unacceptable Waste
Certain items cannot be collected, including:
- Hazardous waste
- Infectious materials
- Liquid waste
- Medical waste
- Motor oil
- Batteries
- Gasoline
- Paint
- Rubber tires
Disposal of Special Items
- Motor oil, tires, and e-waste: Dedicated county recycling locations
- Hazardous waste: Household Hazardous Waste Day (dates announced annually)
DeSoto County provides comprehensive trash and recycling services designed to keep the community clean and environmentally responsible. By understanding the collection guidelines and staying informed about service updates, residents can contribute to efficient waste management.
FAQ
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
Why was trash not picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
Are you supposed to tip your trash pickup?But in the United States most garbage collectors get paid well above the minimum wage, so no tip is expected.
https://www.desotocountyms.gov/192/Garbage
Municipal Service · Hernando 662-429-9092 · Horn Lake 662-342-7099 · Olive Branch 662-895-4335 · Southaven 662-796-2489.
https://www.desotocountyms.gov/735/Household-Garbage-Recycling
Collection fees · Garbage Service: $18.16/month. · Additional cart: $6 a month. Call 901-398-5400 for extra cart. · Recycling Service: $10.38 a month. You must