Residential Services
Overview of Residential Services
Residential Service is provided to all single family residences, townhouses or commercialized residences (consisting of two or less units). Except those who have received variance from this section, are required to subscribe to the City’s residential collection service. All residents are eligible to receive garbage and recycling services from the City of Edinburg after establishing a water account with the City's Utility Department. Once your account is established residents must come by our office located at 8601 N. Jasman Road to establish their service. When establishing your services you may also request information or join on our voluntary curbside recycling program, which is currently only available to our residential customers; commercial customers are able to utilize our recycling drop off center. For more specific information see our Recycling Services tab.
Garbage is collected once a week and recyclables are collected bi-weekly. Collections start at 7 a.m. and are conducted Monday through Friday for residential garbage and Wednesday's for recyclables. Bins must be placed out for collection after 7 p.m. the night before your scheduled collection day. All bins must be taken off the curb by 7 p.m. on your collection day. Containers should only be on the curb on collections pickup days. There is no set time for pickups of bins on scheduled days.
The cleanliness and sanitation of the container will be the responsibility of the resident and can be done so by using a mild detergent and water hose as needed. Additionally, we provide residential Brush & Bulky Items services at no additional cost for residents with an established water account. Only regular refuse, garbage and trash should be placed in any City owned containers. Solid Waste Management encourages the bagging of all your garbage prior to placement in your container to assist in keeping your container clean and sanitary, as well as to help prevent vectors and windblown litter on windy days. If you are physically or medically unable to place your cart at the curb, contact the DSWM at (956) 381-5635 or follow the link Special Collection Services.
Service DO's and Don'ts of Residential Collection
Only regular refuse, garbage and trash should be placed in any City owned containers. Solid Waste Management encourages the bagging of all your garbage prior to placement in your container to assist in keeping your container clean and sanitary, as well as to help prevent vectors and windblown litter on windy days.
- Please note that there is no set time residential collections can occur on the day of collection.
- Holidays do not change service days.
- Have container set-out by the curb at 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.
- Position container with wheels away from the street.
- Leave at least 3 feet clearance from other carts, vehicles, mailboxes, etc.
- Place your cart away from low-hanging branches, shrubbery or other obstacles.
- Obstructed serviceability, relocated, removed or containers that failed to be placed for collection in a timely manner will incur a return trip charge.
- Place only household garbage items in container.
- Your garbage must fit easily in your bin. The lid must be completely closed. Do not overfill or place items on top or next to the cart.
- Our equipment does not service any garbage placed outside of the container.
- Bag all garbage before prior to placement in your container to assist in keeping your container clean and sanitary, as well as to help prevent vectors and windblown litter on windy days.
- Remove your empty cart from the curb the same day it is collected. Carts left at the curb/right of way, after the scheduled pick-up day may subject residents to violations or fines.
- Carts are assigned based on your street address. Do not take carts when relocating to a new residence. Do not use carts to haul trash off premises.
Prohibited Items in the Container
- Ammunition
- Dead Animals or Animal Excrement
- Large Appliances, Mattresses & Furniture
- Dirt, Sod, Brush, Concrete or Rocks
- Electronics (TVs, Computers, Light Modules)
- Construction/Demolition Material (Lumber, Sheet Rock, Bricks, Metal Pipes, etc.)
- Foam Products
- Hazardous or Medical Waste (radioactive, toxic, corrosive, ignitable, etc.)
- Items requiring special handling (motor oil, batteries, wet concrete, items containing Freon)
- Liquid Waste
- Tires
- Whole Drums or Barrels
- Hot ashes or flammable materials such as oil, gas or paint
- Debris from construction, remodeling or demolition
- Yard waste and trimmings (grass, branches, leaves, etc.)
Additional Information & Specially Handled Items
Any cardboard boxes or cartons are considered recyclable and residents may utilize the Edinburg Recycling & Educational Center to dispose of these recyclable materials. The DSWM oversees a volunteer Residential and Commercial Recycling Program.
- Hypodermic needles: Place in puncture-proof container and tape securely. Call Solid Waste Management at (956) 381-5635.
- Large items / brush: Collected on your brush and bulky waste collection day.
- Other items: Paint, oil, oil filters, batteries, vegetable oil — disposal available at the Recycling Center. Call (956) 381-5635 for info.
Cart Maintenance & Service Information
If your trash container is damaged, call customer service at (956) 381-5635 to schedule repair.
Garbage and Recycling carts are the property of the City. Do not remove carts from the assigned address, paint, abuse, mutilate, or modify carts.
Report stolen carts to the Edinburg Police Department at (956) 381-7411 and then call (956) 381-5635 with the case number.
Rates and Fees
The monthly cost for residential garbage collection is added to the monthly water bill. Extra carts or return pick-ups may have additional fees. Additional fees for return pick-ups or special services may apply. All prices are subject to change. Please call (956) 381-5635 for more information.
| Container / Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| 95-gallon container | $12.08/monthly |
| Additional 95-gallon container | $8.00/monthly |
| Return pick up | $15.00/return |
| 95-gallon recycle container | $5.00/monthly |
| Special items pick up | Call 956-381-5635 for quote |
Exclusive Provider
The City of Edinburg is the exclusive provider of solid waste and recycling services. Private haulers may NOT collect within City limits unless authorized in writing by the City. Services must follow the Department of Solid Waste Management guidelines.