Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community, and Pasadena, Texas offers residents comprehensive trash collection services to meet their residential waste disposal needs. Understanding the intricacies of local trash pickup schedules, guidelines, and options can help residents efficiently manage their household waste while contributing to community cleanliness.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Pasadena
The City of Pasadena provides two primary waste collection services:
- City of Pasadena Municipal teams
- Frontier Waste Solutions
Residential Trash Collection
The Sanitation Department collects garbage twice weekly for municipal service areas. Residents have multiple container options:
- City-issued plastic rolling bins (free, request at 713-475-5555)
- City brown garbage bags ($25 per bundle)
- Store-bought trash bags (Hefty, Glad, Ruffy)
- City-issued paper bags (purchased at Sanitation Department)
Heavy Trash and Bulk Pickup Schedule
Heavy trash pickup varies depending on your regular garbage collection days:
- Monday/Thursday garbage routes: Heavy trash on 1st and 3rd Wednesday
- Tuesday/Friday garbage routes: Heavy trash on 2nd and 4th Wednesday
Yard Waste and Seasonal Services
The city provides specific guidelines for yard waste and bulk item disposal, with scheduled pickups matching the heavy trash collection calendar.
Landfill Disposal Options
Pasadena residents can dispose of limited residential refuse at the municipal landfill:
- Location: 550 Old Genoa-Red Bluff Road, Houston, TX 77034
- Allowance: One 2-cubic yard load per month
- Requirements:
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Current original Pasadena water bill
- Refuse must be covered with a tarp
- Safety gear (hard hat and safety vest) required
Landfill Hours of Operation
- Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
How to Request Services
Residents can obtain additional information or request services through:
- Sanitation Department Phone: 713-475-7884
- City-issued bin request: 713-475-5555
Important Considerations
- Garbage service fees are included in water bills
- Excess landfill refuse may incur charges starting at $140
- Safety gear can be purchased on-site if needed
Pasadena’s comprehensive waste management services provide residents with flexible, convenient options for household trash disposal. By understanding and following local guidelines, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
FAQ
How do I get rid of bulky items in Pasadena?A customer may schedule two free bulky item pickups per year by calling 626-744-7311.
What if my trash can is too heavy?Your Container Was Overloaded
While garbage collectors aren’t going to measure and weigh your cans, they can fairly accurately tell if a can is too heavy. Your area may have different standards. Check with your local trash pickup team to see what their limitations may be.
How to get rid of a ton of trash?
- Borrow or rent a truck and drive to the dump. This could involve several trips and would require you to do the hard labor. …
- Rent a dumpster. These large, unsightly commercial dumpsters can do damage to your lawn and driveway. …
- Leave out a little every trash day. …
- Look for local help.
What is the large item pickup at South Pasadena?
- Visit AthensServices.com/Bulky or call (888) 336-6100.
- Please submit request at least 24 hours in advance.
- Place items at your curb by 6AM on scheduled pickup day.
https://www.pasadenatx.gov/337/Heavy-Trash-Bulk-Brush-Pickup
Review the 2025 heavy trash calendar (PDF) to help plan your heavy trash service pick-up days. Your heavy trash pick-up days are color coded on the calendars.
https://www.pasadenatx.gov/334/Pasadena-Municipal-Trash-Collection
The Sanitation Department collects garbage twice a week. For more information or to find out your scheduled pickup by address, please call: 713-475-7884.