Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Frisco
Trash Day
Trash is collected once a week, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected once a week on the same day as your trash collection.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected weekly on the same day as trash and recycling (up to 10 paper bags or tied bundles).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Solid waste and recycling charges are bundled directly into your monthly City of Frisco utility bill alongside water, sewer, and stormwater services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Mobile App (MyCivic Utilities), Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), Phone (IVR), Pay by Text, Mail, In-Person, Drop Box
Black Cart Bin (Trash)
All trash must be securely bagged and fit entirely inside the black cart with the lid fully closed. Excess bags left on top of or next to the cart will not be collected unless a paid extra pickup is arranged.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Greasy pizza boxes
- ✓Bagged pet waste
- ✓Ceramic cookware
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag your recyclables; keep them loose in the blue cart. Items must be empty, clean, and dry. Break down all cardboard boxes to ensure they fit properly.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard boxes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam (EPS)
- ✕Household batteries
- ✕Textiles and clothing
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires, cords)
Yard Waste Bin
Collected weekly (limit of 10 bags/bundles). Must be placed in paper compostable bags or tied with compostable rope/twine (max 30 lbs per bundle). Placed 3 feet away from regular carts. Dirt and mulch are not accepted.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and small plants
- ✓Tree limbs (cut to 3-foot lengths)
- ✓Small cuttings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month by request (Assigned Week 1-4)
Placement
Place items where your regular carts are serviced (curbside or alley side) by 7:00 a.m., keeping them 3 feet away from your bins. Items cannot exceed 6 feet in length or 50 lbs.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, desks, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Artificial trees
- ✓ Plastic bathtubs
- ✓ Area rugs (36 sq ft or smaller)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Refrigerators, freezers, and appliances
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Cardboard boxes and extra bags of trash
- ✕ Household Hazardous Waste
- ✕ Construction or remodeling debris
Bulk pickup is free for up to 5 items. Large metal items and appliances require a separate, scheduled metal pickup for a $15 fee applied to your utility bill.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday (Monday-Friday), trash, recycling, and yard waste services for that day and the remainder of the week will be pushed back by one day (e.g., Monday moves to Tuesday).
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection directly follows the same holiday schedule shift as regular trash and recycling.
If a recognized holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there will be no delays in residential collection services.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
JanuaryFrisco provides curbside holiday tree disposal. Unflocked, live trees (decorations removed, cut to under 5 feet) will be collected on your regular trash day and composted. Flocked trees (sprayed with fake snow) must be scheduled for a special bulk pickup as they cannot be composted.
Spring/Summer
March - SeptemberBetween March and September, Frisco offers free compost to residents on the first Saturday of each month at the Environmental Collection Center (8 a.m. to 1 p.m.). It is first-come, first-served, with a limit of 2 bags per vehicle. Call ahead to confirm availability.
Autumn
October - NovemberDuring peak leaf drop, remember the weekly limit of 10 compostable bags or bundles. If you have a massive landscaping project that exceeds this limit, utilize your two free monthly visits to self-haul the debris to the Custer Road Transfer Station.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans to Cash In Around Frisco?
While Frisco doesn't have a specific buyback center right in town for those soda and water bottles, Texas does have a state program that allows you to redeem certain beverage containers for a few cents each. You'll want to look for redemption centers in larger surrounding areas like Dallas or Plano. Also, if you've got scrap metal, think about checking out local scrapyards; they often pay by the pound for items like old appliances, aluminum, and copper. It's a great way to make a little extra cash and keep stuff out of the landfill!
Giving Gently Used Goods a Second Life Near Frisco
Instead of tossing items that are still in good shape, consider donating them to a local charity. Frisco has options like Habitat for Humanity ReStores, which take furniture, appliances, and home improvement items, and organizations like Mission Granbury or Faithworks that accept clothing, housewares, and more. Donating not only helps others but also keeps perfectly good things from ending up in the trash.
Keeping Frisco Beautiful: Tackling Dumped Stuff
Frisco takes illegal dumping seriously to keep our community looking its best. If you happen to spot any unauthorized trash piles or items left where they shouldn't be, it's best to report it right away. You can usually do this through the city's official website or by calling their solid waste or code enforcement department. They often have specific procedures for reporting and cleaning up these areas, helping to prevent it from happening again.
Drop-off Facilities
Environmental Collection Center (ECC)
6616 Walnut Street, Frisco, TX 75034
Materials Accepted
Custer Road Transfer Station (DIY Disposal)
9901 Custer Road, Plano, TX 75025
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I throw away an old refrigerator or stove in Frisco?
Standard bulk pickup does not accept large metal items or appliances. You must fill out the online form to schedule a special metal pickup, which incurs a $15 fee on your utility bill. Alternatively, you can drop metal items off for free at the Environmental Collection Center with a valid water bill.
What happens if I have too much trash to fit in my black cart?
All trash must fit inside your black cart with the lid closed. If you have extra bags, you can call Waste Connections to schedule a paid extra pickup. Alternatively, you can take your extra trash bags to the Custer Road Transfer Station in Plano for free, utilizing one of your two free monthly visits.
Can I put my grass clippings in black plastic garbage bags?
No. Frisco strictly prohibits plastic bags for yard waste, as the material is turned into compost at Texas Pure Products. All grass clippings, leaves, and small cuttings must be placed in brown compostable paper bags, limited to 10 bags per week.
Where can I recycle Styrofoam packaging?
Styrofoam (EPS) is not accepted in your blue curbside recycling cart because it breaks into tiny pieces that contaminate the sorting facility. However, clean Styrofoam packaging (excluding meat trays and packing peanuts) can be dropped off for recycling at the Frisco Environmental Collection Center.