Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Southlake
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice per week on either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected once per week on your designated pickup day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday).
Yard Waste
Tied and bundled brush is collected on your regular trash days. Unbundled loose brush is collected once per month by call-in request on a designated Wednesday determined by your 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 Community Waste Disposal (CWD) and are automatically billed on your monthly Southlake Water Utilities statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft/Recurring Credit Card), In-Person, Mail, Phone, Drop Box
Customer-Owned (Any Color) Bin (Trash)
Trash is collected manually. Residents must provide their own customer-owned cans, disposable bags, or boxes. When filled, no single container or bag may weigh more than 50 pounds. Cans must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. and kept 3 feet away from the recycling cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable materials
Blue (CWD-Issued Automated Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected via automated side-loader trucks. Carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated service day with at least three feet of clearance from trash receptacles, mailboxes, and vehicles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Household hazardous waste
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Tied and bundled brush can be placed out in unlimited quantities on regular trash days (bundles max 4ft x 2ft, 50 lbs). Loose brush requires calling CWD to schedule a monthly pickup (up to 12 cubic yards per year).
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Tied and bundled brush
- ✓Loose brush (by appointment)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a week (on regular trash days)
Placement
Place all bulky waste next to your standard trash receptacle no later than 7:00 a.m. on your designated trash pickup days.
Accepted
- ✓ Single items weighing under 150 lbs
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Bundled carpet (4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon must be certified removed)
- ✓ Toys and yard tools tagged as 'Bulk Item'
Not Accepted
- ✕ Single items over 150 lbs
- ✕ Commercial construction and remodeling debris
- ✕ Tires and batteries
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Loose brush (requires special call-in)
Up to two cubic yards per collection is included at no extra charge. If you exceed this, you must call CWD for a special pickup estimate.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week will slide back by one day (e.g., Thursday collections will move to Friday, Friday collections to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Special loose brush or seasonal leaf collections may experience slight delays or rescheduling if they coincide directly with holiday blackout dates.
For minor holidays not listed above, standard collection schedules usually remain in effect.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall/Winter
November - JanuaryBetween November and January, take advantage of the Seasonal Leaf Recycling program. Bagged leaves are picked up on special Wednesdays or Saturdays and diverted from the landfill to be composted.
Spring
March - MaySpring storms often bring down large tree branches. Remember that you can schedule a loose brush pickup for up to 12 cubic yards per year by calling CWD before noon on the Friday prior to your designated brush week.
Summer
June - AugustSummer heat accelerates the decomposition of household garbage. Since Southlake uses manual trash collection rather than sealed city carts, ensure all your disposable bags are tied tightly and cans have secure lids to deter pests.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Those Cans into Cash: Where to Go in Southlake?
While Southlake doesn't have a specific local buyback center for cans and bottles, Texas has a state-wide program for bottle and can redemption that can put a little cash back in your pocket. Keep an eye out for redemption centers in neighboring communities like Fort Worth or Dallas if you're collecting a good amount. It's always worth checking out their websites for specific drop-off times and what they accept. For metals and other scrap, local scrap yards in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex are your best bet. Give them a call before you head over to see what they're buying and their current rates. It's a great way to get rid of unwanted metal items and make a little money at the same time!
Giving Your Stuff a Second Life: Southlake's Donation Spots
Instead of tossing usable items, think about giving them a second chance! In Southlake and the surrounding areas, there are several wonderful places to donate. Your gently used clothing, furniture, and household goods can find a new home at organizations like the Southlake Christian Care Center, which often accepts donations to support their community programs. For furniture and home décor, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in nearby Fort Worth is fantastic – they take all sorts of building materials and home furnishings. Even smaller charities in the neighborhood often welcome contributions. Dropping off donations is a win-win: you declutter, and someone else gets needed items.
Keeping Southlake Beautiful: Tackling Dumping and Clean-Up Days
Let's keep Southlake looking its best! If you ever see items dumped illegally, it's important to report it. The City of Southlake has a process for reporting these issues, usually through their code enforcement or public works department. A quick call or a report through their city website can make a big difference. While specific annual community clean-up events aren't always on the radar, staying involved with local neighborhood associations or keeping an eye on the city's official calendar can alert you to any upcoming volunteer opportunities to help spruce up parks and public spaces. Working together helps maintain our town's charm.
Drop-off Facilities
CWD Transfer Station
2010 California Crossing Road, Dallas, TX 75220
Materials Accepted
Southlake Police Headquarters (Medication Disposal)
600 State Street, 2nd Floor, Southlake, TX 76092
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the city provide trash cans for Southlake residents?
No. For standard trash, residents must use their own customer-owned cans, disposable bags, or boxes (each weighing under 50 lbs when filled). However, CWD does provide a specific automated side-loader cart exclusively for your weekly recycling.
How do I dispose of loose tree branches that aren't tied?
Loose brush collection is available once a month for up to 12 cubic yards per year. You must call CWD (972-392-9300, Option 2) by noon on the Friday prior to your designated collection week (which is determined by your recycling day) to schedule the pickup.
How do I get rid of an old TV and leftover paint?
Southlake residents can use CWD's Door-Side Collection program for household hazardous waste and used electronics. Simply call CWD two weeks in advance to get a collection kit, pack your items, and they will pick it up from your porch on the 1st or 3rd Friday of the month.
What should I do if I have a massive amount of trash that exceeds the bulk limit?
If you have more than the allowed two cubic yards of bulk waste per pickup, you can either call CWD for a special pickup estimate, or you can drop off up to six cubic yards for free at the CWD Transfer Station in Dallas by presenting your current Southlake water bill.