Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Sienna
Texas residential services run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your neighborhood's specific zoning map for your exact day.
State Mandate
Bag all trash to prevent pests.
Black Container with Red Lid Bin (Trash)
All household waste must be placed inside the black cart with the red lid or in sturdy trash bags (under 40 lbs) placed next to the cart. Bins must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection days.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Green Container Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables loosely into the green cart. Do not bag recyclables. Ensure all food and liquid containers are completely emptied and rinsed prior to disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Clear and colored glass bottles and jars
- ✓Cardboard and clean paper products
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Pizza boxes (soiled)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard debris
- ✕Window glass
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is collected on your regular trash days. Grass and leaves must be bagged (max 40 lbs). Branches must be tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet, under 40 lbs, with no branch exceeding 4 inches in diameter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs
- ✓Tied brush bundles
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Every standard collection day (up to 2 items)
Placement
Place bulk items next to your black trash cart at the curb by 7:00 AM. Ensure they are clear of fire hydrants, parked vehicles, and mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Appliances (Freon removed and tagged)
- ✓ Rolled carpet (cut to 4-foot lengths and under 40 lbs)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and concrete
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Liquid paints and chemicals
- ✕ Tires and batteries
- ✕ Appliances still containing Freon
Up to two bulk items per collection day are included in your MUD utility rate. For massive amounts of debris, you must email Best Trash for a customized quote.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Best Trash observes these six holidays. If your normal collection day falls on one of these holidays, your trash or recycling will NOT be picked up that day. Instead, it will be collected on your next regularly scheduled service day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and heavy bulk trash follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard household garbage.
If a holiday does not fall on your specific service day (e.g., Thanksgiving is Thursday, and your days are Tuesday/Friday), your schedule remains completely unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Recyclables Loose
Never put your recyclables inside a plastic garbage bag before tossing them in the green cart. Plastic bags wrap around the gears at the sorting facility, causing major mechanical jams. Keep all items loose.
Pizza Boxes Belong in the Trash
While clean cardboard is highly desired in the recycling stream, the grease and cheese residue found in pizza boxes ruins the paper pulping process. Always throw used pizza boxes into your black trash cart.
Rinse Out Residue
A single unrinsed milk jug or half-full soda can can contaminate a whole batch of clean paper and cardboard. Quickly rinse your bottles, cans, and jars and let them drain before placing them into your green recycling container.
Seasonal Information
Summer
June - NovemberDuring hurricane season, secure your black and green carts inside a garage or shed if severe winds are forecasted. Do not place large piles of bulk trash or brush on the curb if a major storm is approaching, as debris can block Sienna's storm drains.
Fall
October - DecemberAs leaves begin to drop, remember that Best Trash requires all leaves to be securely bagged and weighing under 40 pounds. Piles of loose leaves will not be collected and may result in a code violation from your HOA.
Winter
December - JanuaryHoliday cardboard boxes must be completely broken down and flattened before being placed in the green recycling cart. Excess cardboard that does not fit in the cart can be broken down and placed next to it on collection day.
About Sienna Waste Management
Understanding Sienna's MUD-Based Trash System
Because Sienna is a large master-planned community in the Missouri City area, utilities are managed through various Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs). Across these districts, Best Trash serves as the primary residential waste hauler. Every household is provided with specific carts to maintain community uniformity: standard household garbage goes into a black container featuring a distinct red lid, while recyclables belong in the green container. Depending on which Sienna MUD you reside in, your designated collection days will either be Monday and Thursday, or Tuesday and Friday.
Twice-a-Week Heavy Trash Convenience
One of the standout benefits of Best Trash's service in Sienna is the frequent heavy trash collection. Rather than waiting for a monthly bulk day, residents can place up to two large, bulky items out on every single scheduled service day. This means you can toss an old sofa on a Tuesday and a mattress on a Friday without arranging a special pickup. However, any appliances that previously contained Freon, such as refrigerators or freezers, must be completely drained by a certified technician and securely tagged before Best Trash will touch them.
Strict Yard Waste Preparation Guidelines
With Sienna's lush, tree-heavy landscaping, managing yard debris is a year-round chore. Best Trash requires all grass clippings and leaves to be placed in sturdy bags or containers weighing no more than 40 pounds each. If you are pruning trees, branches cannot simply be left loose on the curb. They must be cut into lengths of four feet or less, with no single branch exceeding a four-inch diameter, and tied securely into bundles. Proper bundling prevents damage to the truck's mechanical compaction equipment.
Navigating Special Collections and Non-Contract Items
If you are undertaking a massive home renovation or a deep spring cleaning that generates more waste than the standard limits allow, you don't necessarily have to rent a dumpster. Best Trash offers a specialized quote service for Sienna residents. By simply taking a few photos of your oversized pile or non-contract items and emailing them to [email protected], you can receive a direct price quote for a custom haul-away service, saving you a trip to a distant Fort Bend County landfill.
The Unique Holiday Rollover Rule
Sienna residents must pay close attention to Best Trash's holiday schedule, as it functions differently than many standard city programs. Best Trash observes six major holidays. If one of these holidays falls on your designated trash day, your service does not simply slide to the next calendar day. Instead, your collection is canceled for the holiday and pushed to your next regularly scheduled service day. For example, if a holiday lands on a Monday, your next pickup will happen on Thursday.
Drop-off Facilities
Fort Bend County Recycling Center
1200 Richmond Parkway, Richmond, TX 77469
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors are the trash and recycling bins in Sienna?
Through the Best Trash service, Sienna residents use a black container with a red lid for regular household garbage, and a green container for all accepted recyclables.
How many bulk items can I put out each week in Sienna?
You can place up to two bulk items, such as furniture or rolled carpet, at the curb on every single regular trash collection day. Since collection happens twice a week, this is highly convenient for pacing out home cleanouts.
Does Best Trash pick up tree branches in Sienna?
Yes, but they must be prepared correctly. Branches must be cut into lengths of four feet or less, bundled, and tied securely. Each bundle must weigh 40 pounds or less, and no individual branch can be thicker than 4 inches in diameter.
What happens if a holiday falls on my trash day?
If one of Best Trash's six observed holidays lands on your designated collection day, your pickup is canceled for that day and shifted to your NEXT regular service day. For example, if your days are Monday and Thursday, and Monday is a holiday, your trash will be picked up on Thursday.