Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Ennis
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice weekly, running on either a Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday schedule depending on your neighborhood.
Recycling
No curbside recycling service; single-stream recyclables can be dropped off at the Public Works facility (500 Lake Bardwell Dr).
Yard Waste
Curbside brush and yard debris collection is available by scheduling a bulk pickup with Public Works within 48 hours of placing items at the curb.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential sanitation charges are bundled directly onto your monthly City of Ennis municipal utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), In-Person, Mail, Night Drop Box
City-Issued 96-Gallon Container Bin (Trash)
All waste must be bagged and fit completely inside the container so the lid closes flat. Wheels must face the home. Place out before 7:00 am. No loose trash is allowed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Standard non-recyclable packaging
Drop-Off Bin Only (20-Yard Single-Stream) Bin (Recycling)
Ennis does not offer curbside recycling. Residents must manually transport accepted materials to the 20-yard single-stream recycling bin located at the Public Works Office.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean and dry paper
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Aluminum cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household trash
Yard Waste Bin
Brush is not collected on standard routes. It must either be scheduled for a paid 48-Hour Bulk Pick Up or hauled directly to the ECD Landfill during a free disposal day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Yard clippings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-Demand (Scheduled 48-Hour Pick Up)
Placement
Set bulky waste at the curb or edge of the street, avoiding low-hanging wires, mailboxes, and parked cars, before calling to schedule.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Brush and tree limbs
- ✓ Excess bagged garbage
Not Accepted
- ✕ Concrete and tiles
- ✕ Roofing shingles
- ✕ Wet paint
- ✕ Fluorescent light bulbs
- ✕ Appliances containing Freon (refrigerators, AC units)
- ✕ Car batteries and motor oil
This is a paid service. The fee will be assessed based on the size of the pile (e.g., a washing machine size is roughly 1 cubic yard) and billed accordingly.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a major holiday forces the cancellation of a regular collection route, the city does not typically shift the schedule by a day. Instead, residents can place 2-3 extra kitchen-sized bags outside their cart on their next regularly scheduled service day.
Yard Waste Exception
48-Hour Bulk Pick Ups are paused during city-observed holidays and will resume processing on the next normal business day.
Always check the official City of Ennis Facebook page or website for specific announcements regarding inclement weather or holiday route cancellations.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - FebruaryIf a severe winter storm or holiday prevents a regular collection day, the city offers a unique grace period. On your very next scheduled pickup day, you are permitted to set two to three standard kitchen-size bags of trash next to your cart without penalty.
Spring
March - MaySpring severe weather often leaves behind downed tree branches. Take advantage of the 48-Hour Bulk Pick Up service by placing brush at the edge of the street and calling Public Works. Remember, minimum pickup fees start at $25.
Summer
June - AugustDuring peak summer landscaping, if you accumulate large amounts of yard debris, haul it to the ECD Landfill on the 1st or 3rd Saturday of the month to utilize your free two cubic yard allowance, but don't forget your hard hat and safety vest.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Scrap into Spending Cash Around Ennis!
Got a pile of metal or cans that are just taking up space? While Ennis's regular trash service doesn't pay you for recyclables, keeping an eye out for local scrap yards could mean a few extra bucks. You might need to gather a decent amount, but places like those found in larger nearby towns or within Ellis County often buy metals like aluminum, steel, and copper. For those trusty aluminum cans and glass bottles, Texas has a state redemption value on certain beverage containers, though you'll likely need to take them to a larger redemption center outside of immediate Ennis. It's always worth a quick search for 'scrap metal recycling Ennis' or 'bottle redemption Texas' to see if there's a convenient drop-off point when you've got a good haul.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Ennis
Before you toss out that couch or those clothes that still have life left in them, think about donating! Ennis and the surrounding Ellis County area are home to some wonderful places that would be thrilled to take your usable items. Check out local thrift stores or community organizations that support families in need. Sometimes, churches or non-profits have donation drives. It's a fantastic way to help out your neighbors and keep perfectly good things out of the landfill. A quick online search for 'charities accepting donations Ennis' or 'thrift stores Ellis County' will point you in the right direction.
Keeping Ennis Clean: What to Do About Annoying Dumping
We all want our town to look its best! If you happen to see trash being dumped illegally anywhere around Ennis or in Ellis County, don't just ignore it. Reporting it is important so the city or county can address it. Usually, the city of Ennis or the local code enforcement office has a way to report illegal dumping, often through their website or by phone. They can then take the necessary steps to clean it up and try to prevent it from happening again. Also, keep an eye out for community cleanup events – these are a great way to get involved and help beautify Ennis together!
Drop-off Facilities
Ellis County Disposal (ECD) Landfill
5703 N I-45, Ennis, TX 75119
Materials Accepted
Public Works Recycling Drop-Off
Ennis Public Works Office (Check city directory for exact physical address)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the City of Ennis offer curbside recycling?
No, Ennis does not provide residential curbside recycling bins. Instead, residents can take their clean paper, plastics, flattened cardboard, and aluminum to the 20-yard single-stream recycling drop-off bin located at the Public Works Office.
Why was I charged a $10 fee on my Ennis utility bill?
The city automatically applies a $10 fee if garbage containers are not placed at the correct location, if there is unbagged loose trash inside the container, or if there are bags of garbage sitting outside the container on a regular pickup day.
How do I throw away an old couch or mattress in Ennis?
You must use the 48-Hour Bulk Pick Up service. Place the couch or mattress at the curb and call Public Works to schedule the pickup. This is a paid service, and the cost is based on the cubic yards of the item (minimum $25).
Can I go to the landfill for free?
Yes, Ennis residents get two free disposal days each month at the ECD Landfill (1st and 3rd Saturdays from 7:00 am to 11:00 am). You can bring up to two cubic yards. You must bring a water bill and ID, and you are required to wear a hard hat and safety vest while dumping.