Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Irving
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice per week (either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday depending on your address zone).
Recycling
Recycling is collected once per week on one of your scheduled collection days.
Yard Waste
Brush and yard waste are collected once per week on your designated recycling and bulk collection day.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (or after 6:00 PM the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and municipal solid waste fees are bundled directly into your monthly City of Irving water utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors age 65 and older as well as residents with disabilities qualify for a Sanitation Service Discount on the solid waste portion of their utility bill.
City-issued refuse cart Bin (Trash)
Must be placed out for pick-up by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled days. Garbage should be bagged and the cart lid must be closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Small broken household items
Blue cart Bin (Recycling)
Collected weekly on the same day as your second trash pickup. Items should be empty, clean, and loose inside the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Paper, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (1-7)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Clothing
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste should be bagged or bundled; bundles must be manageable (typically under 50 lbs) and placed out with your regular trash collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Bundled tree trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (by request)
Placement
Items must be placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled pickup day, at least five feet away from carts and other obstacles.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household appliances (non-Freon)
- ✓ General bulky debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Appliances with Freon (refrigerators, AC units)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
Standard bulky pickup is included in your utility service, but some specific items or large-scale cleanouts may require additional fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Pickup schedules may shift by one day during the week of major federal holidays. Please check the city website or your 311 app for specific holiday schedule modifications.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection follows the standard holiday delay policy as regular trash and recycling.
Most federal holidays do not result in service changes; only major holidays usually impact the Irving collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring Cleanup
March - MaySpring is a popular time for home cleanouts. Use this opportunity to schedule your bulky item pickups early and ensure your yard waste is properly bundled for collection.
Holiday Season
December - JanuaryHoliday weeks may cause service shifts. Keep an eye on city announcements for any changes to your normal pickup schedule due to New Year's or Christmas holidays.
Storm Prep
Year-roundEnsure your trash and recycling carts are properly secured during high-wind events to prevent them from tipping over and scattering debris in your neighborhood.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Metal? Where to Turn Your Scrap in Irving, TX!
Beyond the regular bins, think about those old appliances or metal bits. While Irving doesn't have a specific city-run buyback program for cans and bottles like some places, the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is dotted with scrap metal yards. You can often get a few bucks for aluminum, steel, and other metals. Check out places like Dallas Iron & Metal or Metro Scrap & Salvage, which are nearby and can tell you what they accept and current prices. It's a great way to make a little extra cash and keep heavy items out of the landfill!
Give Your Goods a Second Life: Donation Spots Around Irving
Before tossing that still-good sofa or gently used clothing, consider a local donation. Irving has some fantastic options! The Salvation Army Family Stores & Donation Centers are usually a great bet for all sorts of household items. For home goods and building materials that might be perfect for someone starting over or fixing up their place, check out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Irving. Donating not only helps others but also diverts usable items from ending up as waste.
Keeping Our Streets Clean: Tackling Trash Talk & Tidy-Up Times
Nobody likes seeing dumped junk cluttering up our neighborhoods. While Irving has regular trash services, if you ever spot illegal dumping, the city wants to know! You can usually report it directly to the city's code enforcement or public works department. They often have specific hotlines or online forms for this. Keep an eye out for community clean-up events too; these are fantastic opportunities to get involved, meet neighbors, and help beautify Irving together. The city might also hold special household hazardous waste collection days – these are super important for getting rid of things like old paint or electronics safely.
Drop-off Facilities
Hunter Ferrell Landfill
110 E. Hunter Ferrell Rd., Irving, TX 75060
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up my specific trash pickup day in Irving?
You can use the City of Irving's official website or the 311 mobile app to look up your pickup day based on your street address.
Can I put appliances with Freon out for bulk pickup?
No, the city will not collect appliances containing Freon (such as refrigerators or freezers) via standard bulk pickup. These items must have the refrigerant professionally removed.
Is recycling pickup included in my service?
Yes, Irving provides weekly single-stream recycling pickup on the same day as your second weekly trash collection.
What if my trash is missed on my scheduled day?
Please contact the City of Irving's Solid Waste Services department at 972-721-8059 or use the 311 service line to report the missed pickup.