Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Coppell
Trash Day
Monday and Thursday
Recycling
Wednesday
Yard Waste
Wednesday
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash, recycling, and storm water charges are combined with your water and sewer charges on your monthly city utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), 24/7 Payment Kiosk, Mail, Phone, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizens (age 65 and older) and individuals with disabilities qualify for a 10% discount on their water service rate.
Personal cans or city-issued carts Bin (Trash)
Place bags or lidded cans at the end of the driveway by 7 a.m. on Mon/Thu. Max 10 bags per day; each bag must weigh 40 lbs or less.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable food wrappers
- ✓Standard solid waste
Republic Services Cart (Blue/Green) Bin (Recycling)
Set out by 7 a.m. on Wednesdays. Items should be loose in the provided cart, not bagged.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and metal cans
- ✓Aerosol cans (empty)
- ✓Scrap metal under 50 lbs
- ✓Plastics, cardboard, and paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass (often restricted; verify locally)
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Collected Wednesdays only. Use paper bags or an open trash can. Bundles must be under 4 feet, tied with cotton or jute string, and under 40 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree limbs and brush
- ✓Unflocked Christmas trees
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice weekly (Mondays and Thursdays)
Placement
Place bulk items neatly at the end of your driveway by 7 a.m. alongside your normal garbage on Monday or Thursday.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Swing sets
- ✓ Oversized household items
- ✓ Oversized brush
- ✓ Properly cut fence panels
Not Accepted
- ✕ Concrete, dirt, and rocks
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Refrigerators containing Freon
Included in standard residential solid waste service. eBilling customers can access local landfill disposal free of charge by showing a printed water bill and matching photo ID.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday delays depend on the day of the week. For Thanksgiving, Thursday collections shift to Friday. If Christmas or New Year's fall on a Friday or weekend, regular Mon/Thu and Wed services generally remain unchanged.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is collected on Wednesdays, it is rarely interrupted by Thanksgiving, but may experience a one-day delay if Christmas or New Year's falls on a Tuesday or Wednesday.
Always consult the current year's holiday calendar on the Coppell website, as exact shifts rotate annually based on the calendar.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to MaySpring storm season can result in downed fences and branches. Remember that fence panels must be dismantled, cut to pieces smaller than 4 feet, and bundled under 40 lbs to qualify for regular bulk collection on Mon/Thu.
Autumn
September to NovemberDuring peak leaf drop, remember that yard trimmings only go out on Wednesdays. Do not mix leaves into your regular trash bags, as the city diverts organics to specialized mulching and composting facilities.
Winter
December to FebruaryAfter the holidays, unflocked Christmas trees stripped of all lights and ornaments can be placed at the curb for Wednesday yard waste collection. Also, check the city website for Thanksgiving service shifts, as Thursday collections often slide to Friday.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Scrap Metal into Cold, Hard Cash Near Coppell?
While Coppell doesn't have a dedicated local buyback center right in town, don't let that stop you from making a few bucks on your old aluminum cans or scrap metal. Drive on over to Dallas, and you'll find several options like the ABC Scrap Metal facility. They're known for taking a variety of metals, so check their website or give them a call to see what they're currently paying. For those everyday aluminum cans and plastic bottles, keep an eye out for Texas's Buyback Recycling Centers, though specific locations can change. Some grocery stores or local recycling depots might also offer redemption for certain items.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Coppell!
Instead of tossing items that are still perfectly good, think about donating them! Coppell has some wonderful local places where your unwanted goods can find a new home. Check out the Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which accepts furniture, appliances, and building materials, helping fund their mission. Another great spot is the Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center nearby; they're always looking for clothing, household items, and books. Giving away usable items is a fantastic way to help others and declutter your own space.
What to Do If You Spot Dumping Trouble in Coppell
Nobody likes seeing trash piled up where it shouldn't be. If you happen to notice illegal dumping happening in or around Coppell, don't just ignore it. The best thing to do is report it to the city's Public Works department or code enforcement. They have procedures in place to handle these situations and keep our community clean. Sometimes, cities also organize community cleanup events, so staying tuned to Coppell's official website or social media can alert you to opportunities to pitch in and make a difference.
Drop-off Facilities
Coppell Door-to-Door HHW Service (Republic Services)
Home Collection (Email: [email protected])
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What days are trash and recycling collected in Coppell?
In Coppell, standard trash and bulk waste are collected twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Recycling and yard waste are collected separately on Wednesdays. All items must be at the end of your driveway by 7:00 a.m.
How do I get rid of old paint or hazardous chemicals?
Coppell offers a highly convenient door-to-door Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program. Residents can email [email protected] to request an HHW bag. Republic Services will deliver the bag and pick it up from your porch on an assigned Wednesday.
Will the city pick up my old wooden fence?
Yes, but with strict rules. Fence panels must be dismantled, cut into sections shorter than 4 feet, tied into bundles using cotton or jute string (no wire or plastic), and each bundle must weigh less than 40 pounds. Place them out on your regular Monday or Thursday bulk day.
Is there a limit on how much regular garbage I can throw away?
Yes. Residential customers are allowed a maximum of 10 bags or personal trash cans of solid waste per service day (Mondays and Thursdays). Each bag or can must not weigh more than 40 pounds.