Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Deer Park
Trash Day
Curbside household trash is collected twice per week, running on either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
No curbside recycling pickup; residents can drop off single-stream recyclables for free at the Transfer Station (610 Old Underwood Rd) Monday through Saturday.
Yard Waste
Every Wednesday (collected alongside weekly heavy trash; limbs must be cut to 4 feet or less and under 6 inches in diameter).
Set Out Time
By 8:00 AM on collection day (or after 6:00 PM the evening prior).
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
City utility bills are mailed on the 1st of each month and are due by the 20th; standard curbside sanitation and weekly Wednesday heavy trash services are included with your municipal account.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Bank Draft (ACH), Text-to-Pay, Automated Phone, Mail, Drive-Thru, 24/7 Drop Box, In Person
No bins allowed (Heavy-duty bags only) Bin (Trash)
All rubbish must be placed in a securely tied garbage bag. The city explicitly states they will not pick up trash that is inside a trashcan of any type. Place bags at the curbside by 8:00 a.m. on your scheduled days (Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri).
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and packaging
Drop-off Only (No curbside bins) Bin (Recycling)
Take clean, single-stream recyclables to the Transfer Station at 610 Old Underwood Road. Do not bag your recyclables; place them loosely into the designated collection bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspaper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Aluminum and steel tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) cups/containers
- ✕Food waste and greasy pizza boxes
Yard Waste Bin
Small yard waste can be bagged with regular household trash. Heavy tree limbs must be cut to 4 feet or shorter, under 6 inches in diameter, and stacked neatly behind the curb for the Wednesday heavy trash collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs and branches
- ✓Bagged yard clippings
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on Wednesdays
Placement
Place heavy trash neatly behind the curb line by 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Do not block sidewalks, fire hydrants, or storm drains.
Accepted
- ✓ Yard trash and bundled tree limbs
- ✓ Broken toys and small pieces of furniture
- ✓ Household appliances (doors removed or secured)
- ✓ Lawnmowers (gas tanks must be removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Debris generated by private contracted jobs
- ✕ Large automotive parts
- ✕ Solvents and flammable liquids
- ✕ Items placed inside a personal trash can
Weekly heavy trash removal is a standard service included for all Deer Park residential accounts at no additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
There is no curbside trash collection on official city holidays. The city typically posts specific alternate collection arrangements for affected routes on its website and local social media channels.
Yard Waste Exception
Wednesday heavy trash collection may also be affected if a holiday falls mid-week. However, the Transfer Station typically remains open on Saturdays before and after holidays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Always refer to the official Deer Park holiday calendar, as they observe several multi-day holidays (like Thanksgiving and Christmas) which heavily impact standard routing.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayTaking advantage of the pleasant spring weather to trim your oak trees? Ensure all branches are cut to a maximum of four feet in length and neatly stacked at the curb for your Wednesday heavy pickup. Avoid placing piles near parked cars or mailboxes.
Summer
June - AugustThe intense Texas summer heat can rapidly cause bagged garbage to smell and attract stray animals or pests. Keep your trash bags indoors or in a secure garage until the morning of your collection day to prevent animals from tearing them open overnight.
Winter
December - FebruaryDuring the holiday season, remember that the City of Deer Park suspends trash collection on Thanksgiving Thursday/Friday, as well as Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Accumulating holiday cardboard should be taken directly to the recycling drop-off.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Old Cans into Cold Cash Around Deer Park
So, you've got a pile of cans and bottles that you're ready to part with? Instead of just tossing them, consider giving them a second life and getting a little something back in your pocket. While Deer Park itself doesn't have specific buyback centers listed, the greater Houston area has plenty of options. Places like Texas Bottle & Can Buyers or several scrap metal yards in the Houston region will often pay for aluminum cans, steel, and other metals. It's a great way to make a few bucks while keeping those materials out of the landfill. Just a quick search for "Houston scrap metal prices" can give you an idea of what to expect and where to go!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a New Home Near Deer Park
Got items that are still perfectly good but you just don't need anymore? Before they end up in the trash, think about donating them! Right in Deer Park and nearby areas like Pasadena and La Porte, there are organizations that would love to receive your unwanted furniture, clothing, and household goods. Keep an eye out for local thrift stores that support community programs, or check out places like The Salvation Army or Goodwill, which often have donation drop-off points in the vicinity. Donating not only helps others but also reduces waste, which is a win-win for our community.
Keeping Deer Park Beautiful: Tackling Trashy Behavior and Clean-Up Days
We all want Deer Park to look its best, and that includes keeping an eye on illegal dumping. If you ever see trash being dumped where it shouldn't be, don't hesitate to report it. The City of Deer Park likely has a specific department or number to call for these types of issues – checking the city's official website or calling city hall is the best way to find out. Also, keep an ear out for community clean-up events! These are fantastic opportunities to get together with neighbors, lend a hand, and make a visible difference in our parks and streets. Participating in or even organizing a neighborhood clean-up can be really rewarding.
Drop-off Facilities
Deer Park Transfer Station / City Depository
610 Old Underwood Road, Deer Park, TX 77536
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't the city empty my garbage can?
Deer Park operates a bagged-only trash service. Sanitation crews are instructed not to empty or collect any garbage that is placed inside a plastic or metal trash can. All trash must be in a tied bag at the curb.
When is heavy trash picked up in Deer Park?
Heavy trash and brush are collected every Wednesday. Items must be at the curb by 8:00 a.m. If the volume of bulk waste is extremely high across the city, trucks may continue picking up items through Friday.
Does Deer Park have curbside recycling bins?
No, the city does not offer curbside recycling. However, residents can take advantage of the free single-stream recycling drop-off bins located at the Transfer Station on Old Underwood Road during the week and on Saturdays.
How do I throw away a broken lawnmower or weed eater?
You can set old lawnmowers out for the Wednesday heavy trash collection or bring them directly to the Saturday City Depository, but the gas tank must be completely removed first to prevent dangerous fire hazards in the trucks.