Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Edinburg
Texas residential services run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your neighborhood's specific zoning map for your exact day.
State Mandate
Bag all trash to prevent pests.
Brownstone Bin (Trash)
Bins must be placed out after 7:00 p.m. the night before and no later than 7:00 a.m. on collection day. Bag all garbage to prevent windblown litter. Leave at least 3 feet of clearance from other carts, vehicles, and mailboxes. The lid must be completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected bi-weekly on Wednesdays for subscribers. Do NOT bag recyclables; place them loose in the cart. Bins must be removed from the curb by 7:00 p.m. on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Paper
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glass
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Collected monthly based on your zone. Do not tie or bundle brush. Stack neatly on the parkway with cut ends toward the street. Must be out by Sunday night before your collection week.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree branches (3 to 6 feet long)
- ✓Brush and limbs (max 6 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month (Based on 4 city zones)
Placement
Place items on the parkway in front of your home only. Keep brush piles separate from furniture/appliances. Maintain clearance from stationary obstacles like mailboxes and low-hanging wires.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (water heaters, stoves)
- ✓ Rugs
- ✓ Tree branches (3-6 ft long)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Earth, rocks, concrete, and asphalt
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Stumps and root balls
Residential Brush & Bulky Items services are provided at no additional cost for residents with an established water account paying for garbage services.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Unlike most municipalities, the City of Edinburg Solid Waste Management specifically states that 'Holidays do not change service days.' Your regular garbage and recycling collections will occur on your normal scheduled day, even on holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Brush and bulky item collections also proceed as scheduled during your designated week, regardless of holidays.
While curbside service is uninterrupted, the public drop-off centers and landfills will be closed or operate on limited hours during city-observed holidays.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Bagged Garbage Out of the Blue Cart
Never use plastic trash bags in your blue recycling cart. The sorting facility cannot process bagged recyclables, and plastic bags will jam the machinery. Always leave your paper, plastics, and metals loose.
Separate Brush from Bulk
During your monthly bulk collection week, you must keep your tree branches and brush in a completely separate pile from appliances, water heaters, and furniture. Mixing these materials will result in the pile being bypassed by collection crews.
No Construction Debris in Bulk Piles
Lumber, shingles, concrete, broken asphalt, and contractor-generated waste are strictly banned from free bulk pickup. You must haul these materials to the landfill yourself or hire a private roll-off dumpster service.
Seasonal Information
Summer / Hurricane Season
June - NovemberDuring severe tropical weather or high wind warnings, secure your brownstone and blue carts indoors or against your house. Do not place bulk items or loose brush on the parkway if a storm is approaching, as they can become dangerous projectiles.
Spring
March - MayWhen undertaking spring landscaping, remember that the city will not collect root balls, vines, or stumps. Stick to branches between 3 and 6 feet in length, and place them out by Sunday night of your designated zone week.
Winter
December - JanuaryWhile residential curbside routes do not shift for holidays, the Edinburg Regional Disposal Facility and the Resource Recovery Center may have alternate operating hours or be closed on City-observed holidays.
About Edinburg Waste Management
Opt-In Blue Cart Curbside Recycling
In Edinburg, curbside recycling isn't automatic; residents must manually opt in to receive a blue recycling cart. After establishing a water account, residents can complete an application to join the voluntary program. The service costs a minimum of $5 per month, which is conveniently added to the monthly utility bill. Blue carts are serviced bi-weekly on Wednesdays, providing a simple way to divert paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals from the local landfill.
Monthly Brush and Bulky Zones
Edinburg divides the city into four specific collection zones for brush and bulky items. Each zone is serviced during a designated week every month. Residents must set out their brush, old furniture, and appliances on the parkway by Sunday night before their assigned week begins. Because the collection crews only make one pass through each neighborhood, missing the Sunday deadline means waiting an entire month for the next collection cycle.
Strict No-Holiday Shift Rule
A unique feature of Edinburg's municipal collection is its straightforward holiday schedule. According to the DSWM, 'Holidays do not change service days.' While many Texas municipalities push their collection schedules forward by one day to accommodate federal holidays, Edinburg's residential solid waste collection trucks operate on their normal daily schedule regardless of the holiday.
Free Landfill Privileges for Residents
Instead of relying solely on the monthly bulk pickup, Edinburg homeowners can haul excess waste directly to the Edinburg Regional Disposal Facility on Jasman Road for free. You must present a Texas driver's license or ID with a current city address, alongside a recent utility bill showing that City 'Garbage Services' are being paid. This is an excellent perk for major weekend garage cleanouts or unexpected large loads.
Strict Brush Guidelines and Placement
For the free monthly bulk collection, the city requires that brush be kept separate from furniture and appliances. Tree branches must measure between three and six feet in length and be no more than six inches in diameter. Interestingly, the city asks that you do not tie or bundle the brush piles. Instead, simply stack the branches neatly on the parkway with the cut ends facing toward the street to ensure safe and rapid mechanical collection.
Drop-off Facilities
Edinburg Regional Disposal Facility (Landfill)
8601 N Jasman Rd, Edinburg, TX 78542
Materials Accepted
Edinburg Resource Recovery Center (Recycling Center)
3102 S. US-281 BUS, Edinburg, TX 78539
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Edinburg delay trash pickup for holidays like Thanksgiving or Christmas?
No. The City of Edinburg Department of Solid Waste Management operates on a strict schedule where holidays do not change service days. You must place your cart out on your normal scheduled day.
How do I get a blue recycling cart in Edinburg?
Curbside recycling is a voluntary, opt-in program. Residents with an established water account can apply for a blue cart through the city's website or in person. There is a $5 minimum monthly service charge added to your utility bill.
When is my brush and bulky item pickup?
The city is divided into four zones, each serviced one full week per month. You must place your unbundled brush and bulky items on the parkway by Sunday night before your assigned week begins. Crews will only make one pass.
Can I take extra trash to the landfill for free?
Yes. Edinburg residents who pay for City Garbage Services on their utility bill can dispose of personal residential waste at the Edinburg Regional Disposal Facility for free. You must present your current utility bill and a matching Texas driver's license.