Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Kyle
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected bi-weekly (every other week) on your regular collection day.
Yard Waste
Green waste carts and up to 10 Kraft paper yard bags are collected bi-weekly on your service day; curbside brush pickup can also be scheduled twice per year.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside solid waste, recycling, and composting services through Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) are conveniently bundled on your monthly City of Kyle municipal utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In-Person
Designated TDS Trash Cart Bin (Trash)
All waste must be fully contained within the cart. Specialized items like needles and syringes must be placed in a hard plastic or metal container with a tightly sealed lid before entering the trash.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged and sealed dusty materials (ashes, sawdust)
- ✓Wrapped and labeled broken glass
- ✓Bagged and sealed animal waste/cat litter
- ✓Styrofoam packing peanuts (sealed in bags)
- ✓Normal household garbage
Designated TDS Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables should be placed unsorted, loose, clean, and completely dry into the larger cart. Do not bag your recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Junk mail, newspapers, and magazines
- ✓Flattened cardboard (cereal, shipping, and shoe boxes)
- ✓Empty plastic containers and bottles
- ✓Aluminum and metal cans
- ✓Empty glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Yard debris
- ✕Clothing and textiles
Yard Waste Bin
Place items in the green waste cart. Up to 10 additional paper lawn bags (no plastic) can be placed next to the cart on your bi-weekly collection day. Limbs must be appropriately sized to fit within the cart or approved bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Tree and shrub limbs
- ✓Soiled paper and cardboard (e.g., pizza boxes)
- ✓Paper towels and napkins
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice per calendar year (upon request)
Placement
Yard waste must be securely tied, cut into 4-foot lengths, and weigh no more than 35 lbs per bundle. Call 1-800-375-8375 to arrange the exact set-out date.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and couches
- ✓ Appliances (Freon removed)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Bundled brush and limbs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and gravel
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paints, solvents)
- ✕ Dead animals
- ✕ Tires
Exceeding the 3-cubic-yard limit, requesting more than two pickups a year, or setting out mattresses/tires at the landfill may incur specific surcharge fees from TDS.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled pickup day falls on or after a major observed holiday, your collection will slide forward by one day for the remainder of that week (e.g., Wednesday pickup moves to Thursday).
Yard Waste Exception
Bi-weekly recycling and green waste collections follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
Texas Disposal Systems operates on all other holidays, including Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Independence Day. Keep your carts out on those days.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryThe City of Kyle runs a holiday tree recycling program from December 26 through January 31. Set your bare, unflocked, natural Christmas tree (cut in half) next to your curbside carts on your regular pickup day.
Extreme Cold/Ice Events
January - FebruaryDuring severe Central Texas winter storms or ice events, TDS may delay collections for driver safety. If services are suspended, schedules typically slide one day forward for the remainder of the week once roads clear.
Spring and Fall
April & OctoberDuring peak yard work seasons, remember that you are allowed to place up to 10 brown Kraft yard bags next to your green waste cart every other week to help manage excessive leaf drops and grass clippings.
Local Tips & Community Info
Getting a Few Bucks Back for Your Cans and Bottles in Kyle?
While Kyle itself doesn't have a specific cash-for-recyclables spot right in town, Texas has a statewide program for beverage containers. You can often redeem your aluminum cans and plastic bottles at larger grocery stores or dedicated redemption centers. You might need to check with your local supermarket to see if they participate in the Texas Beverage Container Redemption Program. For scrap metal, it's worth checking out places like American Scrap Metal or other similar yards in the greater Austin area – they're usually happy to take old appliances or metal odds and ends and give you a little cash for it.
Give Your Unwanted Stuff a Second Life in Kyle
Before tossing items that are still in decent shape, think about donating them! In the Kyle area, Goodwill is a great option for clothes, household goods, and books. There's also Habitat for Humanity ReStore in nearby San Marcos, which is fantastic for furniture, building materials, and home décor. They'll happily take items you no longer need and help fund their housing projects.
Keeping Kyle Beautiful: Tackling Tricky Trash and Bulky Items
Got an old couch or a pile of yard waste that's too much for your regular bin? Kyle's Public Works department handles bulky waste collection, but it's always a good idea to check their specific guidelines for what they accept and if you need to schedule a special pickup. If you ever spot illegal dumping in or around Kyle, you can report it to the City of Kyle Code Enforcement. They take this seriously to keep our community clean and healthy for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
TDS Landfill Gatehouse
3016 FM 1327, Creedmoor, TX 78610
Materials Accepted
San Marcos Household Hazardous Waste Facility
634 East Hopkins, San Marcos, TX 78666
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my trash or recycling cart was missed?
If you placed your carts out on the correct day and they were missed, you should contact Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) Customer Care directly at 1-800-375-8375 to report the issue and arrange a recovery pickup.
Where can I take paint, motor oil, or old pool chemicals?
The City of Kyle does not allow hazardous waste in curbside bins. However, residents can take these items to the San Marcos Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 634 East Hopkins on Fridays or Saturday mornings.
Do I have to pay to use the TDS Landfill in Creedmoor?
Active Kyle utility customers are eligible for one free drop-off per month of up to 5 cubic yards of material. You must bring your matching utility bill and driver's license. Note that specific items like tires or mattresses do carry extra handling fees.
Does Kyle collect extra yard bags outside of the green waste cart?
Yes. On your scheduled bi-weekly green waste collection day, you can place up to 10 additional approved brown paper yard bags next to your cart. Plastic bags are not permitted.