Waste Management Services in San Antonio, TX
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Waste Management Services in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio Solid Waste Management Department serves 1.4+ million residents with comprehensive municipal collection. The city generates approximately 2.9 million tons of MSW annually with growing recycling and organics programs.
Residential Service
City base rate for weekly trash, bi-weekly recycling, monthly brush. Billed through city utilities. One of lowest rates among major US cities.
Dumpster Rental
20-yard, 7-day rental
Providers
Licensed haulers serving San Antonio
Waste Haulers Serving San Antonio
Compare licensed waste management providers offering residential, commercial, and specialty services in San Antonio:
San Antonio Solid Waste Management
municipal- Residential collection
- Recycling
- Brush/bulky
- Organics pilot
Texas Pride Disposal
regional- Commercial collection
- Dumpster rental
- Construction debris
San Antonio Waste Management Costs
Understand typical pricing for waste services in San Antonio. Costs vary by provider, service level, and property type.
Residential Services
City base rate for weekly trash, bi-weekly recycling, monthly brush. Billed through city utilities. One of lowest rates among major US cities.
Commercial Services
Private haulers. Very competitive San Antonio market. Lower than national average.
Dumpster Rental
Among lowest rates for major cities. Competitive market with many providers.
San Antonio Waste Regulations & Requirements
Dumpster Permits
Dumpster permits required from San Antonio Development Services for right-of-way placement. Fees apply. Private property placement no permit.
Recycling Requirements
Voluntary blue cart recycling. Bi-weekly collection. Participation ~40%. City expanding program with education.
Recycling in San Antonio
San Antonio provides free blue carts for single-stream recycling. Bi-weekly collection. Organics pilot program testing food scrap collection in select neighborhoods.
Accepted Materials
- Paper, cardboard, newspaper, magazines
- Plastic bottles & containers (#1-7)
- Glass bottles & jars
- Metal cans
- Cartons
Not Accepted
- Plastic bags
- Styrofoam
- Food waste (except pilot)
- Electronics
- Hazardous materials
Special Waste Programs in San Antonio
Take advantage of these specialized collection and disposal programs available to San Antonio residents:
Brush & Bulky Collection
Monthly curbside collection of brush, tree limbs, bulk items. Set out on designated collection week. Generous limits.
Check collection calendar by address
Environmental Recycling Center
Drop-off for HHW, electronics, motor oil, batteries, fluorescent bulbs. Free for San Antonio residents with ID.
11800 Cupples Rd | Open Tues-Sat | (210) 207-6000
What Makes San Antonio Waste Management Unique
- Some of lowest waste service rates among major US cities
- Military bases (Lackland, Fort Sam Houston, Randolph) create unique service areas
- Hot climate and aquifer concerns drive water-conscious waste operations
- Rapid growth in suburban areas expanding service territory
- Monthly brush collection very popular - reflects heavy tree coverage
Contact San Antonio Waste Services
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San Antonio Solid Waste Management
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