Waste management is a critical service that keeps our communities clean, healthy, and functioning smoothly. For Schertz residents, understanding the intricacies of trash pickup is essential for maintaining a well-organized household and contributing to community cleanliness.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Schertz
As of July 1, 2025, the City of Schertz has transitioned to a new solid waste collection service with Frontier Waste Solutions. This change brings updated collection schedules and service guidelines for residents.
Residential Trash Collection
Trash collection in Schertz is now provided weekly on your designated service day. Key details include:
- Weekly trash pickup on a consistent day
- Each household receives a standard trash cart
- Cart pickup occurs once per week on your scheduled day
Recycling Services
Recycling services have been modified to a biweekly schedule:
- Recycling pickup occurs every other week
- Follows an A/B Week schedule
- Collected on the same day as your regular trash pickup
- Residents can use the interactive route map to confirm their specific week
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Bulk and large item collection follows the same A/B Week schedule as recycling:
- Occurs every other week
- Scheduled on the same day as your regular trash pickup
- Requires checking your specific Week A or Week B assignment
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste collection is integrated with the brush/bulk pickup schedule:
- Biweekly collection
- Follows the A/B Week system
- Collected alongside regular trash on designated weeks
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Frontier Waste Solutions does not provide service on three major holidays:
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
On holiday weeks, collection schedules shift by one day to ensure continuous service.
How to Find or Request Services
Residents have multiple ways to manage their waste collection services:
Digital Tools
- Download the Frontier Waste app (available on Apple App Store and Google Play)
- Use the interactive route map on the Schertz website
- Access the 2025-26 Frontier Waste Pick-Up Calendar
Contact Information
- Frontier Waste Solutions: 210-807-8555
- Utility Billing Office: 210-619-1100
- Household Hazardous Waste: (972) 440-2040
Special Services
- Cart replacement requests available
- Special collection assistance for residents with mobility challenges
- Household hazardous waste pickup once per month by request
Pricing and Service Details
The current waste collection service package includes:
- Garbage (weekly): $12.73
- Recycling (biweekly): $4.37
- Brush/bulk collection (biweekly): $1.00
- Household Hazardous Waste: $1.10
- Total Monthly Cost: $19.20
Schertz residents now have a streamlined, efficient waste collection system with Frontier Waste Solutions. By understanding the schedule, utilizing digital tools, and staying informed, you can ensure smooth and consistent waste management for your household.
FAQ
What holidays are garbage pickup at Schertz?There will be no pickup on the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. 4. What can go in the recycle bins? Visit the Utility Billing Page to learn more about recyclable materials.
Why hasn’t my garbage been 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.
How do I pick up bulk trash at Schertz?Bulk Pickup is only for residential customers with an active account. To set up a Bulk Pickup please call the Business Office at: (210) 619-1100. In addition, we will need a detailed list of items you will be placing out.
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.
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Trash will be collected once per week on your regularly scheduled service day. Recycling and brush/bulk pickup will occur on the same service day, but every
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Residential trash pickup days are assigned by zone. View the schedule on the Utility Billing page. No pickup on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.