Waste Management Services in Dallas, TX
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Waste Management Services in Dallas, Texas
Dallas Sanitation Services provides municipal waste collection for 1.3+ million residents across 385 square miles. The city generates approximately 2.6 million tons of MSW annually with weekly trash and recycling collection through city crews. Dallas is working toward zero waste goals by 2040 with expanding recycling education and infrastructure improvements.
Residential Service
City rate for weekly trash and recycling. Billed through water utilities. Additional cart $15.36/month. Proposed rates: $45.69 (alley), $38.02 (curbside).
Dumpster Rental
20-yard, 7-day rental
Providers
Licensed haulers serving Dallas
Waste Haulers Serving Dallas
Compare licensed waste management providers offering residential, commercial, and specialty services in Dallas:
Dallas Sanitation Services
municipal- Residential collection
- Recycling
- Brush/bulky items
- Alley and curbside service
Waste Management
national- Commercial collection
- Dumpster rental
- Industrial services
Texas Disposal Systems
regional- Commercial collection
- Roll-off containers
- Recycling
Dallas Waste Management Costs
Understand typical pricing for waste services in Dallas. Costs vary by provider, service level, and property type.
Residential Services
City rate for weekly trash and recycling. Billed through water utilities. Additional cart $15.36/month. Proposed rates: $45.69 (alley), $38.02 (curbside).
Commercial Services
Private haulers. Competitive Dallas market. Varies by bin size (2-8 yard) and service frequency (1-6x/week).
Dumpster Rental
7-day rental. Texas competitive pricing. Strong construction market keeps demand high.
Junk Removal
Quarter truck ~$165-$280, half truck $280-$400, full truck $450-$650. Same-day often available.
Dallas Waste Regulations & Requirements
Dumpster Permits
Dumpster permits required from Dallas Department of Public Works for placement on public streets. Fees vary by location. Private property placement (driveways, parking lots) does not require permits.
Recycling Requirements
Voluntary blue cart recycling program. Single-stream system collected weekly with trash. City provides free recycling carts to residents upon request. Participation ~32%.
Special Regulations
- Alley collection traditional in Dallas - city pausing transition to curbside in some areas
- Brush and bulky items collected monthly (up to 10 cubic yards per residence)
- Set-out times vary by alley vs. curbside collection
- Multiple transfer stations and McCommas Bluff Landfill for self-haul
- Hot Texas summers require covered bins to prevent odor issues
Recycling in Dallas
Dallas provides free blue cart recycling with weekly collection. Single-stream system makes recycling convenient. City working to improve recycling rates through education campaigns and contamination reduction initiatives.
Accepted Materials
- Paper & cardboard (newspapers, magazines, junk mail, flattened cardboard boxes)
- Plastic bottles & containers (#1-7)
- Glass bottles & jars (all colors)
- Metal cans (aluminum, steel, tin)
- Cartons & juice boxes
Not Accepted
- Plastic bags & film (return to grocery stores)
- Styrofoam & polystyrene
- Food waste
- Electronics (special collection events)
- Batteries & hazardous materials
- Textiles & clothing
- Yard waste (separate brush/bulky collection)
Special Waste Programs in Dallas
Take advantage of these specialized collection and disposal programs available to Dallas residents:
Brush & Bulky Item Collection
Monthly curbside/alley collection of brush, tree limbs, and large items. Up to 10 cubic yards per residence per month. Includes furniture, appliances, mattresses.
Scheduled monthly by address | Call 311
McCommas Bluff Landfill
Public landfill accepting MSW, construction debris, yard waste. Self-haul option for large cleanouts. Open to Dallas residents with ID.
5100 Youngblood Rd, Dallas, TX 75241 | (214) 670-6881
Transfer Stations
Three transfer stations (Northeast/Fair Oaks, Northwest/Bachman, Southwest/Westmoreland) for convenient waste drop-off. Accept trash, recyclables, bulky items.
Locations and hours at dallascityhall.com/sanitation
Special Waste Collection Events
Periodic HHW and electronics collection events throughout the year. Free for Dallas residents. Accepts paint, chemicals, batteries, e-waste.
Event schedule at dallascityhall.com or call 311
What Makes Dallas Waste Management Unique
- Traditional alley collection system serving ~36% of homes - unique among major US cities
- Zero waste by 2040 goal driving expansion of recycling and diversion programs
- Hot climate (100°F+ summers) requires frequent collection to prevent odor issues
- Massive Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex creates extensive service territory
- Strong commercial and construction sectors drive high demand for commercial services
- Free monthly bulky item collection among most generous in major US cities
Contact Dallas Waste Services
Get help with waste collection, recycling questions, or service requests:
Dallas Sanitation Services
Dallas Water Utilities (Billing)
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