Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Balch Springs
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice per week according to neighborhood zone (typically on Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday schedules)
Recycling
Recycling is collected once per week on one of your designated service days
Yard Waste
Bagged lawn clippings and leaves can go inside the regular cart on trash days; bundled brush and limbs are collected once per month during your designated bulk collection week (up to 8 cubic yards combined)
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services provided by Frontier Waste Solutions are conveniently bundled into your monthly City of Balch Springs water and sewer utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), Phone, Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizen and disabled resident discount rates and penalty exemptions are available for qualified accounts.
Frontier-Supplied Cart Bin (Trash)
Serviced twice per week. All trash must be bagged to eliminate wind-blown debris. Do not place dirt, rocks, or hazardous chemicals in the cart. Ensure 4 feet of clearance from all obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged leaves and grass
- ✓Properly contained sharps/needles
Frontier-Supplied Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Serviced once per week. Recyclables must be placed loosely in the cart, NEVER in plastic bags. Do not put food waste, metal cookware, or glass cookware in the recycling bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and steel/tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1, #2, #3, #5, #7
- ✓Cardboard and boxboard
- ✓Newspaper, junk mail, magazines
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Pizza boxes and soiled paper
- ✕Light bulbs and ceramics
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Hard plastic kids toys
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves and grass must be bagged and placed inside your trash cart on regular pickup days. Branches larger than cart capacity must wait for the monthly bulk week, cut to max 6 inches in diameter and weighing under 35 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Bundled branches (during bulk week)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Monthly (Starts Monday of your designated zone week)
Placement
Individual items must be light enough for one person to load into the vehicle. Keep piles clear of overhead wires, mailboxes, and parked cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Washing machines and dryers
- ✓ Televisions and large toys
- ✓ Tagged refrigerators and AC units (freon removed)
- ✓ Bundled small limbs and carpet sections
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and remodeling debris
- ✕ Dirt, bricks, rocks, or concrete
- ✕ Untagged refrigerators or AC units
- ✕ Tires, batteries, and pressurized tanks
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals and wet paint
If you exceed the 8 cubic yard limit or need to dispose of remodeling debris, you must call Frontier Waste Solutions to rent a roll-off container at your own expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Frontier Waste Solutions observes these major holidays. If the holiday falls on a weekday, services for the remainder of that week will generally be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Monthly bulk and brush collection weeks may shift slightly if the month begins with a major holiday. Always verify with the city's official calendar.
If you have billing questions during holiday closures, contact the City of Balch Springs at (972) 286-4477. For service issues, contact Frontier at (469) 444-1555.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayDuring spring cleaning, remember that your monthly bulk allowance is strictly capped at 8 cubic yards. Heavy construction materials, dirt, bricks, and remodeling debris are completely prohibited from curbside bulk collection.
Summer
June - AugustSummer lawn maintenance generates a lot of clippings. Do not leave bags of grass on the curb. You must place all bagged grass clippings and leaves directly inside your trash cart for regular twice-a-week collection.
Winter
December - FebruaryCardboard boxes from holiday shopping must be completely broken down and placed inside the recycling cart. Overflowing boxes that prevent the cart lid from closing or boxes left on the ground will not be serviced by the automated trucks.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cold Cash Near Balch Springs
While Balch Springs itself might not have a dedicated buyback center right in town, you've got options nearby in the Dallas-Fort Worth area! Many scrap metal yards are also happy to take aluminum cans. Keep an eye out for specific redemption centers that pop up for events or can be found by searching for "bottle and can redemption Dallas" or "scrap yard Dallas." Some local businesses might even offer small incentives for bringing in your recyclables. It's a great way to make a little extra money while doing good for the environment!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Balch Springs
Instead of tossing perfectly good items, think about donating them! While there isn't a Habitat for Humanity ReStore directly within Balch Springs, the Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore has locations that are usually accessible. Also, check out local churches or community centers in Balch Springs; they often have donation drives or know of places where you can drop off clothes, furniture, or household goods. Sometimes, the simplest way to find a good home for your items is to ask around your neighborhood or local community groups online.
Keeping Balch Springs Beautiful: Beyond the Bin
If you spot illegal dumping, it's important to report it! In Balch Springs, you can usually contact the city's Public Works department or code enforcement to let them know. They'll have a process for getting it cleaned up. Keep an eye on local city announcements for any community clean-up events that happen throughout the year – these are fantastic opportunities to get involved, meet neighbors, and make Balch Springs an even nicer place to live. For larger items or things that aren't regular trash, look into Dallas County's household hazardous waste collection events; they often have specific days for electronics, paint, or other tricky-to-dispose-of items.
Drop-off Facilities
Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center
11234 Plano Rd, Dallas, TX 75243
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do with my grass clippings and leaves in Balch Springs?
Unlike large tree limbs, grass clippings and leaves do not go to the curb for bulk pickup. They must be securely bagged and placed completely inside your regular trash cart on your standard twice-a-week collection days.
How big is the 8 cubic yard limit for bulk trash?
Balch Springs allows up to 8 cubic yards of combined bulk waste and brush per month. As a general visual guideline provided by Frontier Waste, one cubic yard is roughly equivalent to the size of a standard kitchen stove.
Can I throw away an old refrigerator on bulk day?
Yes, but with a strict condition: all refrigerators, freezers, and AC units must be tagged with proof of Freon/refrigerant removal by a certified technician before Frontier Waste will collect them. Untagged appliances will be left on the curb.
How do I safely dispose of diabetic needles in my household trash?
To protect sanitation workers, the city requires residents to place all sharps and diabetic needles into a thick, hard plastic container (such as an empty laundry detergent bottle). Seal it tightly before placing it inside your trash cart.