Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Alvin
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, running Monday through Friday depending on your street address.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on the same day as your regular trash pickup.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected on your regular trash collection day (limit of 8 bags or tied bundles under 50 lbs each).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling service fees are conveniently billed together with your monthly municipal water and sewer utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizens (age 65 and older) qualify for a 30% discount on the single-family residential water base rate for up to 2,000 gallons.
Black with Black Lid Bin (Trash)
All everyday refuse must be securely bagged inside the official black-lidded cart or approved containers under 50 pounds to prevent windblown litter. Carts must be placed within 5 feet of the roadway edge by 7:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging and wrappers
- ✓Small everyday discarded items
Black with Gray Lid Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclable items loose directly into the designated gray-lidded cart; do not bag recyclables. Rinse out food and liquid residue from bottles and cans to prevent foul odors and contamination.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and boxboard
- ✓Newspapers, catalogs, and mixed paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (PET and HDPE with codes 1, 2, etc.)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam containers or packing peanuts
- ✕Mirrors, window glass, or ceramics
- ✕Waxed paper or adhesive-backed paper
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste should be securely bagged or placed into appropriate bins under 50 pounds. Tree trimmings must be bundled securely if handled under specialized parameters.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Garden vegetation
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Regularly scheduled service intervals as managed by Texas Pride Disposal.
Placement
Place approved heavy items safely at the curbside edge without blocking sidewalks, drainage paths, or utility infrastructure, maintaining clear accessibility for collection trucks.
Accepted
- ✓ Old furniture (couches, mattresses, tables)
- ✓ Household appliances (washers, dryers)
- ✓ Drained and certified freon-free refrigerators
Not Accepted
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and bricks
- ✕ Concrete and asphalt
- ✕ Liquid paints, oils, and fuels
- ✕ Automotive tires
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals and pesticides
Special handling fees may apply for unapproved items, excessive volume loads, or items requiring special equipment dispatch.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Texas Pride Disposal observes Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. When a holiday lands on a weekday, service for that day and subsequent days that week moves forward by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Regular yard waste and recycling schedules adjust concurrently with the sliding holiday route framework.
If an observed holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, regular weekday collection schedules remain completely unaffected for that week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MaySpring cleaning often results in large household cleanouts. Make sure any excess refuse fits securely inside your authorized containers or use approved auxiliary options to prevent missed pickups.
Summer
June - AugustHigh Gulf Coast temperatures cause organic waste to decompose rapidly, producing intense odors and attracting pests. Double-bag all food scraps tightly inside your trash cart and keep the lid shut securely.
Winter
November - JanuaryTexas Pride Disposal observes Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Holiday routes shift forward by one day for the remainder of the holiday week, turning Thursday pickups to Friday and Friday pickups to Saturday.
Local Tips & Community Info
Score Some Cash for Your Cans and Bottles Right Here in Alvin!
While Alvin might not have a dedicated scrap metal yard within city limits for that old lawnmower or your metal bed frame, Brazoria County does have options! You'll want to check out scrap metal recyclers in nearby Pearland or Houston for larger metal items. For those everyday aluminum cans and plastic bottles, keep an eye out for special community recycling drives that pop up from time to time. Texas doesn't have a statewide bottle deposit, so those are often handled through local recycling centers that might pay a small amount, or they might just be part of the general recycling stream. It's always a good idea to call ahead to any recycling center to confirm what they accept and their current rates.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Alvin!
Thinking of tossing something that still has life left in it? Instead of heading to the landfill, consider donating! In Alvin, your best bet for giving usable items a new home is often the local Goodwill store or other thrift shops in the surrounding communities. Places like these are always looking for clothing, furniture, housewares, and books. You can also check with local churches or community centers; sometimes they have donation drives or know of families in need who could benefit from your pre-loved treasures. It feels good to help out a neighbor!
Keeping Alvin Clean: What to Do About Trashy Behavior
Let's keep Alvin beautiful, right? If you happen to spot any illegal dumping – like furniture left on the side of the road or bags of trash in empty lots – it's important to report it. The best way to do this in Alvin is usually to contact the City of Alvin Public Works Department. They can advise you on the proper procedure. Keep an eye out for any community clean-up events that are often organized by local groups or the city itself. Participating in these is a fantastic way to pitch in and make a real difference in our neighborhoods.
Drop-off Facilities
Brazoria County Waste Disposal Facilities
Brazoria County, TX
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I contact for missed garbage pickups or service issues in Alvin?
For all customer service inquiries, missed collections, or reporting service issues, you should contact Texas Pride Disposal directly at (281) 342-8178 or submit an online tracking form through the City of Alvin website.
What colors are the official residential carts provided in Alvin?
Residential curbside collection utilizes a black cart with a black lid for standard household garbage and a black cart with a gray lid dedicated strictly to recyclables.
What time must my trash and recycling carts be at the curb?
All waste and recycling containers must be placed at the curbside no later than 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Carts can be set out as early as 6:00 p.m. the night prior.
How are holiday schedules handled by Texas Pride Disposal in Alvin?
Texas Pride observes Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on or after an observed holiday during the week, your pickup shifts forward by one day, concluding service adjustments on Saturday.