Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Fresno
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.
Black or Dark Gray (65-gallon cart) Bin (Trash)
Place the cart at the curb facing forward by 7:00 a.m. Residents are restricted to one Best Trash cart, but extra bags (under 40 lbs) or personal containers (30-50 gallons) may be placed next to it.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small broken household items
Green (65-gallon cart) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be clean, dry, and loose (not bagged). Remove all caps and liquids. Set out by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper and flattened cardboard
- ✓Plastics (1-7)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Ceramics
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Wet or soiled paper
- ✕Light bulbs
- ✕Bottle caps
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves and grass must be bagged (max 40 lbs per bag). Branches must be tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet and under 40 lbs. Limit of 10 bags or bundles per service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree trimmings
- ✓Shrubs
- ✓Branches (under 4 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a week (Collected on both regular service days, Wednesday and Saturday)
Placement
Place heavy items directly at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Ensure items do not block the street, mailboxes, or fire hydrants.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Couches, recliners, and love seats
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and empty water heaters
- ✓ Carpet and flooring (tied and bundled, up to 1 room max)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris (dirt, rocks, bricks, concrete)
- ✕ Tires and batteries
- ✕ Wet paint and liquid chemicals
- ✕ Appliances with Freon (unless tagged as drained by a technician)
- ✕ Contractor-generated waste
Up to 2 bulk items are included in your standard MUD service. For larger clean-outs exceeding this limit, contact Best Trash for a special collection quote.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your regular pick-up day falls on an observed holiday, collection will be suspended and service will resume on your next regularly scheduled pick-up day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk trash schedules are affected by the exact same holiday shift rules as regular residential garbage.
Best Trash reserves the right to observe any of the major holidays and will typically post notices if alternative weekend routes are ever added.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Leave the Caps Off
When recycling plastic bottles or glass jars, always remove the caps and lids before tossing them into your green cart. These small items can jam sorting machinery at the processing facilities.
Clean and Empty Containers
Food residue and liquids are major contaminants. Give your tin cans, glass bottles, and plastic tubs a quick rinse to ensure they don't ruin an entire batch of otherwise good recyclables.
No Plastic Bags in the Green Bin
Never place your recyclables inside plastic grocery bags. Keep items loose in the cart. Thin plastics and films wrap around equipment gears, causing costly delays.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to MaySpring thunderstorms in Fort Bend County can bring high winds and heavy rain. Ensure your trash and recycling carts are tightly closed, and avoid setting out loose cardboard on windy days to prevent littering your neighborhood.
Summer
June to AugustThe intense Texas heat accelerates odors and pest activity. Make sure all household garbage is tightly bagged before placing it in your 65-gallon cart, and rinse out meat packaging to keep flies at bay.
Fall
September to NovemberAs hurricane season peaks and leaves begin to fall, remember to bag your yard waste properly. Best Trash accepts up to 10 bags of leaves or grass per collection day, provided each bag weighs less than 40 pounds.
About Fresno Waste Management
Fresno's Municipal Utility District Waste Services
In the unincorporated community of Fresno, Texas, residential solid waste collection is primarily managed by local Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), such as Fort Bend County MUD 23, which covers prominent neighborhoods like Teal Run. Through MUD contracts, Best Trash serves as the main hauling provider. Because there isn't a centralized city sanitation department, it is vital for homeowners to follow the specific guidelines outlined by Best Trash to ensure clean streets and timely service across the county.
Twice-a-Week Garbage Collection
Fresno residents within the Best Trash service area benefit from twice-a-week garbage collection, typically scheduled for Wednesdays and Saturdays. All household refuse must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. While residents are provided a standard 65-gallon rollout cart, you are permitted to set out additional refuse in personal 30-to-50-gallon cans or heavy-duty garbage bags weighing no more than 40 pounds each.
Simple Wednesday Recycling Guidelines
Recycling collection happens once a week on Wednesdays using the provided 65-gallon green cart. Best Trash accepts a wide variety of materials, including plastics numbered 1 through 7, paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and even all colors of glass. To keep the recycling stream uncontaminated, be sure to remove all caps, rinse out any liquids or food residue, and never bag your recyclables. If you have extra cardboard, simply break it down flat and place it next to your green cart.
Managing Heavy Trash and Appliances
Instead of waiting for a designated bulk pickup month, Fresno residents can put out up to two large household items on every regular service day. This makes it easy to dispose of couches, mattresses, or old appliances like washers and dryers throughout the year. However, if you are disposing of a refrigerator or freezer, federal law requires it to be drained of Freon by a certified technician with an accompanying tag before Best Trash will collect it.
Proper Yard Waste Disposal
With the hot Texas summers and strong seasonal storms, yard maintenance is a constant chore in Fresno. Best Trash collects up to 10 bags of grass clippings or 10 tied bundles of brush per service day. Any branches or brush trimmings must be cut down to lengths of four feet or less, be under four inches in diameter, and weigh less than 40 pounds per bundle. Keep in mind that yard waste generated by a professional landscaping contractor will not be collected by Best Trash.
Drop-off Facilities
Fort Bend County Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste Center
1200 Blume Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who do I call for trash service issues in Fresno, TX?
Since Fresno is unincorporated, most neighborhoods (like Teal Run) use Best Trash contracted through Fort Bend County MUD 23. You can contact Best Trash customer service directly at (281) 313-2378 for missed pickups or cart repairs.
Can I leave out extra bags of garbage next to my cart?
Yes. While residents are encouraged to confine refuse to the provided 65-gallon cart, you may place additional trash in personal containers (30-50 gallons) or sturdy bags alongside your cart, as long as each bag weighs under 40 pounds.
How do I dispose of old paint or hazardous chemicals?
Best Trash does not collect liquid paints, motor oil, or hazardous chemicals. Fresno residents should take these items to the Fort Bend County Recycling Center at 1200 Blume Road in Rosenberg.
Does Best Trash pick up large furniture in Fresno?
Yes, heavy trash collection occurs on both of your regular service days (Wednesday and Saturday). You can place up to two large bulky items, such as a mattress or couch, at the curb alongside your regular garbage.