Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Pflugerville
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on the same day as your regular trash collection.
Yard Waste
Curbside brush, bundled limbs, and bagged grass are collected on your regular trash day (up to 6 extra bags/bundles permitted per week).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling charges are consolidated onto your monthly City of Pflugerville municipal utility bill along with water and wastewater services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft/ACH), Phone, Mail, In-Person Drop Box, Retail locations (H-E-B, Walmart)
Green Bin (Trash)
Place waste inside the green cart by 7:00 a.m. Ensure a 5-foot clearance around the cart. Up to six additional bags or bulk items (under 40 lbs each) can be placed next to it.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household trash
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Styrofoam
Blue (95-gallon) Bin (Recycling)
Picked up every other week. Carts must be out by 7:00 a.m. Allow 5 feet between trash and recycling carts for the automated arms to operate properly.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clear, green and amber glass
- ✓Rigid plastics #1-#7
- ✓Paper and cardboard
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Shredded paper (if contained in paper bag or box)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Foil-backed wrapping paper
- ✕Wet or soiled paper (pizza boxes)
- ✕Broken glass and mirrors
- ✕Hazardous materials
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste counts towards the 6-item weekly curbside limit. Brush must be securely bundled, max 4 feet in length and 40 pounds. Grass must be bagged securely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged grass
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly alongside normal trash collection.
Placement
Place items next to your green trash cart by 7:00 a.m. Ensure items do not block the cart so the automated truck can still operate.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Couches and mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (Freon must be removed and certified)
- ✓ Televisions (under 40 lbs)
- ✓ Bundled brush
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction debris (sheetrock, concrete, fencing)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Dirt and rocks
- ✕ Glass or mirrors
The weekly 6-item pickup is included in standard service. Items over 40 lbs or exceeding 2 cubic yards are not accepted and may require separate commercial removal.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Connections only observes these three major holidays. Trash and recycling are not collected on the holiday, and all subsequent collections for that week shift forward by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Weekly bundled brush and bagged grass collections follow the exact same holiday delay timeline as the standard household trash routes.
Normal service continues without interruption on holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryFollowing the holidays, unflocked Christmas trees can be recycled at the curb as part of your six-item weekly limit. Cut the tree into 4-foot sections and bundle them securely, ensuring the bundles do not exceed 40 pounds.
Spring / Summer
April - AugustPeak lawn care season generates heavy grass clippings. Ensure your bagged grass is strong enough to maintain physical integrity when lifted from the top. These bags count against your six-item weekly curbside limit.
Fall
October - NovemberDuring the Thanksgiving holiday week, regular trash and recycling services are suspended on Thursday. All collections from Thursday forward will be delayed by one day, shifting Friday pickups to Saturday.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans? Get Cash Back in Pflugerville!
Did you know you can get a little bit of money back for certain drinks? Texas has a program where you can redeem eligible cans and bottles at redemption centers. While Pflugerville itself might not have a dedicated buyback center right in town, it's worth checking out places in nearby Austin or Round Rock. Often, these places will take aluminum cans, plastic bottles (look for the recycling symbol #1 and #2), and sometimes even glass. It's a great way to turn your recyclables into a few extra bucks while still keeping them out of the landfill!
Give Your Good Stuff a Second Life in Pflugerville!
Before you toss those gently used clothes, furniture, or household items, think about donating them! In the Pflugerville area, you've got options. You can check out the Goodwill and Salvation Army thrift stores nearby, where your donations help fund job training and community programs. For furniture and home goods, Habitat for Humanity ReStores are fantastic – they take a wide variety of items and the proceeds support building homes for families. Even small items can make a big difference to someone else in our community.
Keeping Pflugerville Beautiful: Say No to Dumping!
Let's keep our neighborhoods clean and green! If you see someone illegally dumping trash in or around Pflugerville, it's important to report it. While there might not be specific hazardous waste collection days every month, the City of Pflugerville often has special collection events for things like electronics, tires, and even hazardous household waste. Keep an eye on the city's official website or social media for announcements about these events. Reporting illegal dumping helps protect our environment and keeps our community looking its best.
Drop-off Facilities
Pflugerville Recycle Center
15500 Sun Light Near Way, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many extra bags of trash can I leave on the curb in Pflugerville?
Waste Connections allows residents to leave up to six additional items or bags of trash next to their green cart every week. This can include standard trash bags, bundled brush, or eligible bulk items, as long as each piece weighs less than 40 pounds.
Does Pflugerville recycle glass bottles?
Yes, you can place clear, green, and amber glass bottles and jars directly into your blue curbside recycling cart. However, broken glass, mirrors, and light bulbs must go in the trash. Additionally, the physical Pflugerville Recycle Center does not accept glass.
How do I throw away an old refrigerator?
You can place refrigerators curbside as part of your weekly six-item limit, but there is a strict requirement: any appliance containing Freon must have it professionally removed by a licensed technician, and an official certification sticker must be applied before pickup.
What should I do if my garbage cart breaks or smells?
If your cart is dirty, the city advises cleaning it yourself with a solution of bleach and water. Waste Connections will only replace carts if they are physically missing or broken. To request a replacement for a broken cart, you must email the Utility Billing Department.