Garland Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 8 items per collection. Garland provides weekly brush and bulky goods pickup from the front curb on the same day as regular trash collection. Bulky items may be placed at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. the day before collection. Tree limbs may be placed at the front curb on any day of the week. Brush, bulky items, appliances, and bagged grass/leaves must be set out in separate piles at least 4 feet apart. Individual items weighing over 40 pounds will not be collected. Construction debris from owner remodeling is collected up to 4 times per calendar year. No dirt, rocks, concrete, asphalt, pallets, or roofing materials.
Garland bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Garland provides weekly brush and bulky goods pickup from the front curb on the same day as regular trash collection. Bulky items may be placed at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. the day before collection. Tree limbs may be placed at the front curb on any day of the week. Brush, bulky items, appliances, and bagged grass/leaves must be set out in separate piles at least 4 feet apart. Individual items weighing over 40 pounds will not be collected. Construction debris from owner remodeling is collected up to 4 times per calendar year. No dirt, rocks, concrete, asphalt, pallets, or roofing materials. |
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| Limit per pickup | 8 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 972-205-3500 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Garland
Follow the listed bulk rule: Garland provides weekly brush and bulky goods pickup from the front curb on the same day as regular trash collection. Bulky items may be placed at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. the day before collection. Tree limbs may be placed at the front curb on any day of the week. Brush, bulky items, appliances, and bagged grass/leaves must be set out in separate piles at least 4 feet apart. Individual items weighing over 40 pounds will not be collected. Construction debris from owner remodeling is collected up to 4 times per calendar year. No dirt, rocks, concrete, asphalt, pallets, or roofing materials.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: Not required under the listed rules. Appliances are collected curbside weekly when set in a separate pile at least 4 feet from other bulky waste. Residents can also recycle appliances at the Transfer Station.
Garland Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Garland.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Garland Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Dallas County.
📍 3175 Elm Grove Rd, Garland, TX 75040
Garland and Sachse residents may use the Hinton Landfill at no cost for household waste hauled and unloaded by themselves with proof of residency (driver license and recent City utility bill).
📍 1426 Commerce St, Garland, TX 75040
Offers Garland residents a free, convenient site to bring household trash, brush, and bulky goods between weekly collection days, plus a full residential recycling drop-off center.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Dallas County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
C.M. Hinton Jr. Regional Landfill
3175 Elm Grove Rd, Garland, TX 75040
Garland and Sachse residents may use the Hinton Landfill at no cost for household waste hauled and unloaded by themselves with proof of residency (driver license and recent City utility bill).
City of Garland Transfer Station & Recycling Center
1426 Commerce St, Garland, TX 75040
Offers Garland residents a free, convenient site to bring household trash, brush, and bulky goods between weekly collection days, plus a full residential recycling drop-off center.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Garland Environmental Waste Services · municipal dpw
Phone: 972-205-3500
1426 Commerce StGarland, TX 75040
These collection rules cover Zone City of Garland Sanitation Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Garland, TX?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Put your green container outside by 7 a.m. on your designated collection day. Please leave your container out until at least 7 p.m. on your collection day.. These rules apply to Zone City of Garland Sanitation Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Garland?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Garland Sanitation Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Garland?
Garland provides weekly brush and bulky goods pickup from the front curb on the same day as regular trash collection. Bulky items may be placed at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. the day before collection. Tree limbs may be placed at the front curb on any day of the week. Brush, bulky items, appliances, and bagged grass/leaves must be set out in separate piles at least 4 feet apart. Individual items weighing over 40 pounds will not be collected. Construction debris from owner remodeling is collected up to 4 times per calendar year. No dirt, rocks, concrete, asphalt, pallets, or roofing materials. The listed limit is 8 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 972-205-3500 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Garland Sanitation Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Garland?
The listed accepted materials are Plastic bottles, jugs, and containers (plastics #1-#5 and #7), Cardboard boxes, food boxes, and cartons (flattened), Paper, magazines, junk mail, and catalogs, Aluminum, steel, and tin food and beverage cans, Glass food jars and beverage bottles (clean, dry, empty). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, plastic film wrap, and plastic grocery sacks (never bag recyclables), Styrofoam cups, plates, egg cartons, and packing foam, Food waste, liquids, and takeout to-go containers, Garden hoses, electrical cords, and wires, Batteries, propane tanks, and hazardous household chemicals, Diapers and sanitary products. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Garland Sanitation Collection Routes.