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Austin Trash & Recycling Schedule

Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Austin, Texas.

Find Your Exact Pickup Days

Enter your street address on the official collection map to see your specific trash, recycling, and yard waste schedule.

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Service Provider

Austin Resource Recovery

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Phone Number

512-494-9400
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Facility Address

1520 Rutherford Ln, Austin, TX 78754

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Collection Schedule

Trash, recycling and compost collected weekly based on neighborhood schedules.

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Bin Colors

Brown trash, Blue recycling, Green compost

Guidelines & Rules

🎄 Holiday Delays

Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's shift service one day later.

🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup

Bulk, brush and hazardous waste scheduled via online calendar.

⚠️ Important Guidelines

Place carts by 6:30 a.m.; use My Schedule tool for exact day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is trash collected in Austin?

A: Trash, recycling and compost collected weekly based on neighborhood schedules.

Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?

A: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's shift service one day later.

Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?

A: Brown trash, Blue recycling, Green compost

Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?

A: Bulk, brush and hazardous waste scheduled via online calendar.

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