Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Brandon
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone (twice weekly)
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone (once weekly)
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone (once weekly)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (no earlier than 6:00 PM the night before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and yard waste services for Brandon are managed by Hillsborough County and funded via non-ad valorem assessments on your annual property tax bill rather than a monthly utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Escrow / Mortgage, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizens aged 65 and older can apply for a discount on the annual disposal assessment. A Solid Waste Hardship Affordability Credit is available for low-income residents, and backdoor assistance is offered at no extra cost for individuals with disabilities.
Gray Cart Bin (Trash)
Everything must fit inside the cart with the lid fully closed. Tilt the cart and roll it to the curb by 6:00 AM on collection days. Arrows on the lid must point toward the street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Windows, mirrors, and ceramics
- ✓Clothing and textiles
- ✓Cords, wires, and hoses
- ✓Small appliances
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do NOT bag recyclables—leave them completely loose. Ensure all containers are clean and dry, and cut or flatten all cardboard so it easily fits inside the blue cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean and empty plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Clean and empty aluminum and metal cans
- ✓Clean and empty glass bottles and jars
- ✓Dry paper, newspaper, and junk mail
- ✓Dry flattened cardboard and paperboard boxes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or bagged recyclables
- ✕Plastic film or shrink wrap
- ✕Food or liquid waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place in your own cans, boxes, or bags (max 50 lbs each). Weekly limit is 2 cubic yards. Limbs must be less than 4 feet long and 6 inches in diameter. Place within 6 feet of the curb.
Accepted Items
- ✓Branches and limbs
- ✓Brush and shrub trimmings
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Untreated wood
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand by special request only, or self-haul.
Placement
If you schedule a special curbside pickup, place the items at the curb by 6:00 AM on your assigned special collection day, keeping them clear of your regular carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture (couches, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Scrap metal and bulky waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Commercial construction or demolition debris
- ✕ Medical waste
- ✕ Automobile parts
A special curbside pickup costs a nominal fee of $30 to $50 per item. To avoid this fee, residential customers can deliver bulky waste themselves to a Community Collection Center for free, up to their annual assessment limit.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Unlike many municipalities, Hillsborough County has NO holiday make-up days for residential collection. If your regular collection date falls on an observed holiday, your services will be skipped and will resume on your next regularly scheduled collection day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and recycling follow the exact same rule: no make-up days. They will simply be collected on the next regular service day.
If a holiday falls on a Sunday, the normal schedule usually applies for Saturday and Monday collections. Always verify through the county's online schedule tool.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring Growing Season
February, March, and AprilTo accommodate the heavy spring growing season, Hillsborough County temporarily increases the weekly curbside yard waste limit from 2 cubic yards to 3 cubic yards (up to eighteen 30-gallon containers) during February, March, and April.
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberIf a severe tropical storm or hurricane approaches the Tampa Bay area, secure your carts indoors or tie them down. Suspend all major tree pruning, as uncollected yard waste can become hazardous flying debris.
Post-Holiday Cleanup
December - JanuaryLive Christmas trees can be placed at the curb for collection on your regular yard waste day. However, you must remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and the tree stand. Fake trees or flocked trees must go in the regular trash.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Recyclables into Cash in the Brandon Area!
Hey neighbors! Did you know you can actually get a few bucks back for certain recyclables right here near Brandon? While curbside recycling is awesome for keeping things out of the landfill, places like Sims Metal Management often buy scrap metal. You can also look for local salvage yards that might take things like old car batteries or aluminum cans. For things like bottles and cans, Florida doesn't have a statewide deposit redemption program like some other states, so your best bet for cash is often those scrap metal dealers or checking if any community events are collecting specific items for fundraising.
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Brandon
Before you toss items that are still in decent shape, think about donating them! Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Brandon is a fantastic spot for furniture, appliances, and building materials – it helps fund their building projects. You've also got places like the Salvation Army and Hopewell Ministries thrift stores in the general Tampa Bay area that are always looking for clothes, household goods, and books. It's a great way to declutter and help out someone else in our community.
Keeping Brandon Beautiful: Tackling Trash Talk and Dumping
Let's keep Brandon looking its best! While you won't find dedicated 'hazardous waste' drop-off days every week, the City of Tampa Solid Waste Department (which services many Brandon areas) has specific instructions for electronics and other hard-to-dispose-of items. For illegal dumping, the best thing to do is report it. You can often find a reporting link or phone number on the county's public works or solid waste websites. This helps keep our neighborhoods clean and safe for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
Hillsborough Heights Solid Waste Facility (CCC)
6209 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584
Materials Accepted
South County Solid Waste Facility
13000 US Hwy 41, Gibsonton, FL 33534
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who picks up my trash in Brandon, FL?
Because Brandon is an unincorporated community, its waste services are managed by Hillsborough County Solid Waste Services. The county contracts with private hauling companies to perform the daily automated collections for household garbage, recycling, and yard waste.
How do I get rid of bulk waste like an old couch in Brandon?
Bulk waste is not collected for free on regular trash days. You have two options: you can call Hillsborough County Solid Waste at (813) 272-5680 to schedule a special curbside pickup for a fee of $30 to $50 per item, or you can self-haul the items to a Community Collection Center (like the one in Seffner) for free disposal.
Are there holiday make-up days for trash pickup in Hillsborough County?
No. Hillsborough County does not offer holiday make-up days for residential garbage, recycling, or yard waste. If your normal collection day falls on an observed holiday, your waste will simply be collected on your next regularly scheduled collection day.
Can I put extra trash bags next to my gray cart?
No. The county enforces a strict 'lid closed' policy. All household garbage must fit completely inside your gray cart with the lid closed securely. The automated trucks will not pick up loose bags left on top of or beside the cart.