Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Casas Adobes
Arizona residential routes operate weekly (Mon-Fri) depending on your neighborhood zone. Some municipalities shift to earlier collection hours during extreme summer heat.
State Mandate
Ensure trash is bagged to prevent debris from scattering during high desert winds.
Black, Green, or Blue (Varies by private hauler) Bin (Trash)
Since routes vary wildly by company, most haulers require carts to be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Keep the cart at least 3 feet away from mailboxes, landscaping, and other bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Bagged food waste
- ✓Bagged pet waste
Blue or Green (Varies by private hauler) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be tossed loosely into the bin. Do not bag your recycling. Because Casas Adobes relies on Pima County's regional MRF standards, glass is highly discouraged in single-stream carts and should be taken to community drop-off sites.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Rigid plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic bags and shrink wrap
- ✕Food residue
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is typically not a standard free inclusion. Residents must either bag small amounts of green waste for their regular trash bin, pay a premium for a dedicated yard waste cart, or compost at home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Small twigs (if utilizing the standard trash bin)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-Demand Only (By private arrangement)
Placement
Items should not be placed at the curb until 24 hours prior to your scheduled private appointment to comply with Pima County blight ordinances.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Bundled yard debris (per hauler guidelines)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paints, oils)
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and roofing materials
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Appliances with Freon (unless pre-approved)
Bulk pickups almost always incur an additional fee from your private hauler, unless your specific HOA has negotiated a contract that includes one or two free bulk removals per year.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Most private haulers operating in Casas Adobes observe a one-day delay if your service day falls on or after a major winter holiday. Summer holidays like Memorial Day and Independence Day typically do not disrupt service, but always verify with your specific provider.
Yard Waste Exception
Private haulers manage their own schedules. If you pay for an extra green waste cart, it will follow the same one-day delay protocol as your standard garbage.
Because there is no centralized municipal schedule, you must directly consult the holiday calendar of your contracted company (e.g., Waste Management, Republic Services, or Titan Trash).
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Glass Out of the Cart
Glass shatters during the collection process, contaminating bales of paper and cardboard. Instead of using your curbside bin, collect your glass containers and utilize the purple glass recycling drop-off bins distributed throughout Pima County.
Loose is the Rule
Never put your recyclables into plastic kitchen garbage bags. Private haulers will often treat bagged recycling as contaminated trash and divert it straight to the Los Reales landfill.
Beware of Desert Spikes
If you are disposing of prickly pear pads, cholla, or agave trimmings in your standard trash cart, ensure they are securely contained in a cardboard box or thick bag so they do not puncture the bin or injure drivers.
Seasonal Information
Summer (Monsoon)
July to SeptemberFierce monsoon microbursts are notorious for knocking down mesquite and palo verde branches. Since there is no municipal sweep, you will need to cut branches down to fit inside your cart with the lid closed, or schedule a custom bulk pickup with your hauler.
Winter (Snowbird Season)
November to AprilThe population density in Casas Adobes swells during the winter months, leading to heavier route volumes for private haulers. Ensure your bins are out early, as route times may fluctuate due to the increased collection load.
Spring
March to MayDuring peak landscaping season, do not overload your bins with heavy dirt, rocks, or sod. Overweight bins will be tagged and bypassed by automated collection arms to prevent mechanical damage.
About Casas Adobes Waste Management
Navigating Unincorporated Waste Services
Because Casas Adobes operates as an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) within Pima County, there is no municipal city government to coordinate a unified trash program. Homeowners are entirely responsible for establishing their own curbside collection through private, county-permitted haulers like Republic Services, Waste Management, or locally-owned Titan Trash.
The Role of HOAs in Hauler Selection
While many Casas Adobes residents enjoy the freedom of choosing their own waste management provider, those living within managed subdivisions often find their options streamlined. Many Homeowner Associations (HOAs) in the area negotiate exclusive single-hauler contracts to minimize the wear and tear of heavy garbage trucks on private neighborhood streets.
No Municipal Brush and Bulky Program
Unlike homes located strictly within Tucson city limits, Casas Adobes does not receive the bi-annual 'Brush & Bulky' municipal sweeps. For large garage cleanouts, broken furniture, or major landscaping debris, residents must directly call their private hauler to schedule a paid bulk pickup, hire a local junk removal service, or self-haul to a county facility.
Self-Hauling to the Los Reales Campus
For residents who prefer to forgo private subscription services or have heavy remodeling debris that haulers won't accept, the Los Reales Sustainability Campus serves as the primary regional disposal site. Located in southern Tucson, this active landfill accommodates Pima County self-haulers six days a week for a standard weight-based fee.
Drop-off Facilities
Los Reales Sustainability Campus
5300 E. Los Reales Road, Tucson, AZ 85756
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the local government provide trash service in Casas Adobes?
No. Casas Adobes is an unincorporated area within Pima County. Residents are responsible for setting up their own waste collection through a private, permitted hauler like Republic Services, Waste Management, or Titan Trash.
How do I get rid of large furniture or bulk trash in Casas Adobes?
Because there is no municipal Brush & Bulky program, you must call your private subscription hauler to schedule a specialized pickup (which usually carries an extra fee), or you can self-haul the items to the Los Reales Sustainability Campus in Tucson.
Can I put glass in my curbside recycling bin?
Generally, no. Pima County recycling guidelines strongly discourage putting glass in single-stream blue bins because it shatters and contaminates other materials. You should take empty, clean glass bottles to one of the purple community drop-off containers.
What should I do if my trash was missed?
Since you are serviced by a private company, you must call your specific provider's customer service line directly (e.g., Waste Management or Titan Trash) to report a missed pickup and request a driver to return.