Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Pearland
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice weekly depending on your zone: Monday & Thursday, Tuesday & Friday, or Wednesday & Saturday.
Recycling
Collected once weekly on your neighborhood's assigned recycling day.
Yard Waste
Collected once weekly on your scheduled recycling day.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are contracted through Frontier Waste Solutions and billed directly on your monthly City of Pearland water utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Automatic Bank Drafting, Mail, Phone, Drop Box, In Person
Dark gray cart with a green lid (96-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place the cart at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on your collection day, or after 6:00 p.m. the evening prior. Total contents must not weigh more than 175 pounds. Remove carts from the street by the end of the day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged green waste (if lid closes completely)
96-gallon recycling cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loose in the cart—never in plastic bags. Ensure boxes are flattened and food containers are lightly rinsed. No sorting is required.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and phone books
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (clear or translucent)
- ✓Aluminum, foil, and steel cans
- ✓Plastic milk, water, and soda bottles
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard (cereal boxes)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Household hazardous waste (paint, oil)
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Collected alongside bulk waste. Brush must be securely bundled with tree limbs no larger than 4 inches in diameter and 49 inches in length. Bagged yard waste is also accepted in the trash cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged green waste
- ✓Brush tied in bundles
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On your designated bulk collection day
Placement
Place items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Ensure appliances have Freon safely removed by a licensed professional prior to set-out.
Accepted
- ✓ White goods (appliances with Freon removed and tagged)
- ✓ Small furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Brush tied in bundles
- ✓ Bagged green waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous or medical waste
- ✕ Rocks, dirt, concrete, and dimensional lumber
- ✕ Tree limbs larger than 4 inches thick
Bulk collection up to 2 cubic yards is included with standard residential service. Over-limit piles or construction debris will require private haul-off.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Frontier Waste Solutions observes only three major holidays. If your scheduled service falls on one of these holidays, you will be serviced on your next regularly scheduled service day (e.g., Thursday routes move to Monday).
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and brush collection schedules follow the exact same skipping logic as the residential trash carts.
The Stella Roberts Recycling Center operates on a separate schedule and is typically closed on all major holidays, as well as Sundays and Mondays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer/Fall
June - NovemberDuring the height of hurricane season, residents can purchase self-fill ($5) or pre-filled ($10) sandbags at the Stella Roberts Recycling Center. If a major storm is approaching, secure all curbside carts and do not put bulk waste out, as it can become a dangerous projectile.
Spring
March - MayKeep Pearland Beautiful frequently hosts secure document shredding events in the spring. Residents can text 'SHRED' to 281-868-3390 to receive automated notifications about the next scheduled community shred day.
Winter
November - JanuaryHoliday schedules will disrupt service if your pickup falls on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. Remember that Pearland uses a 'next scheduled day' rule rather than pushing service back by 24 hours.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Those Cans and Bottles into Cash Right Here in Pearland!
While Pearland doesn't have a dedicated local bottle buyback center, keep an eye out for community recycling drives that pop up! For larger metal items like old appliances or scrap metal, check out yards in the broader Houston area. Places like Gulf Coast Scrap Metal or Disc-O-Tan Recycling are usually willing to pay for your unwanted metal. It's a great way to clear out the garage and make a few bucks at the same time.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Pearland
Before you toss out that couch or those clothes that still have life left in them, think about donating! Pearland has a few great spots. You can often drop off items at Goodwill or The Salvation Army, which helps fund their local programs. For furniture and household goods, Habitat for Humanity ReStores in nearby Houston are fantastic options, and your donation can help build homes for families in need.
Let's Keep Pearland Beautiful: Tackling Junk and Staying Clean
Seeing trash dumped where it doesn't belong is a bummer for everyone in Pearland. If you ever spot illegal dumping, the best thing to do is report it to the City of Pearland's Code Enforcement department. They have specific procedures to handle these situations and help keep our neighborhoods looking good. Also, stay tuned for neighborhood clean-up events – getting involved is a super rewarding way to pitch in!
Drop-off Facilities
Stella Roberts Recycling Center
5800 Magnolia Pkwy, Pearland, TX 77584
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the holiday trash schedule work in Pearland?
Because Pearland has twice-a-week garbage pickup, if your collection falls on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, it does not get pushed to the next day. Instead, it is skipped and collected on your next regularly scheduled service day.
Will Frontier Waste pick up my old refrigerator?
Yes, refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners are accepted as bulk waste. However, they must first have all Freon safely removed and be officially tagged by a licensed HVAC technician before placing them at the curb.
Where can I dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) like paint and motor oil?
HHW cannot go in your curbside bins. Pearland residents can drop off paint, cleaners, and automotive fluids at the Stella Roberts Recycling Center strictly on Fridays and Saturdays between specific hours. Ensure you bring your Pearland water bill and ID for free access.
What is the limit for bulk trash and brush?
Residents are allowed up to two cubic yards of bulk waste and bundled brush per collection. This is roughly the size of 12 to 15 large outdoor bags or a 6ft by 3ft pile. Limbs must not exceed 4 inches in diameter and 49 inches in length.