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Heavy Trash

Heavy Trash collections are delayed citywide, and residents are encouraged to use the six free Neighborhood Depositories to dispose of debris.

Heavy Trash Progress Map

Welcome to the Heavy Trash Progress Map. This interactive tool provides near real-time updates showing where heavy trash crews are currently working and which areas have already been completed. Residents can use the magnifying glass icon in the menu at the upper right corner of the map to enter an address, then click directly on the map to view the most recent collection status for that location.

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Service Alert  Routes in Progress

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Search Your Address

Search arrowThe search tool is at the top right of the map under the double down arrows. Start typing an address to see suggestions, then select one to zoom in and place a pin on the map.

User Guide

Service Alert Can blitz

Houston Rolls Out Can Blitz for New and Replacement Cans

The City of Houston is launching Can Blitz, a new service that makes it faster and easier for residents to get new or replacement trash cans. Residents can pick up containers at three convenient locations Monday through Friday, with extra hours on select Saturdays. MORE

Find Your Schedule

Find your schedule, set notifications and learn how to properly dispose of waste.

Department services

Garbage
Curbside Garbage & Yard waste

Learn more about residential garbage and yard waste pickup and your collection day.

Recycling
Curbside Recycling

Learn more about residential recycling pickup, your collection day and what items are recyclable.

Tree and Heavy Waste
Bulk Waste / Tree Waste

Learn more about bulk waste trash and tree waste curbside pickup.

Drop-off
Drop-Off

Find more information regarding our Neighborhood Depositories, Recycling Centers, Environmental Service Center, and the ReUse Warehouse.

Services
Additional Services

Find more information regarding business recycling and dumpster permitting.

About
About the Department

Learn more about the Solid Waste Management Department, team and mission.

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