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Trash & Recycling

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1. What items can I place in my recycling cart?

All items placed in recycling carts should be clean, empty, and dry. This includes empty plastic jugs, empty plastic bottles, clean plastic tubs, empty wax-coated paper containers and juice boxes, phone books, mail, mixed paper, catalogs, magazines, newspaper, unsoiled pizza boxes, empty glass jars and bottles, clean metal food cans, empty aluminum cans, aerosol cans, plastic bags (excluding plastic grocery bags), flattened corrugated cardboard, boxboard (cereal boxes), pots & pans.

2. How can I dispose of bulk items or brush/limbs?

Republic Waste Services provides curbside collection of bulky waste during the regular residential collection at a rate of up to two (2) cubic yards per resident per regular collection.

Bundled brush in lengths of no more than four feet and no more than 50 pounds in weight can be picked up during the regular residential collection without additional charges.

In addition, residents can place up to twelve (12) cubic yards of unbundled brush for collection annually. This can either be done at one time, or residents can opt to utilize the allotment for up to three separate collections of four (4) cubic yards per collection.

For more information or to schedule a bulk pick up, contact Republic Services at (817) 317-2424 or visit: Waste & Recycling in Southlake, TX | Republic Services

3. What items are accepted as bulk pick-up?

There are no limits placed on regular household trash. Recycling materials must fit into Republic-issued container.

Items considered to be bulk waste such as furniture, appliances and brush have the following limits:

Furniture: Republic will collect up to 2 cubic yards per resident per regular collection. If you have a limited amount of furniture that needs disposal, place at the curb and Republic will collect as they can.

Appliances: Dishwashers, microwave ovens, stoves, washing machines, dryers, and water heaters can be placed for collection at the curb as part of regular bulk waste collection, which is allowed at up to 2 cubic yards per resident per collection. Appliances such as freezers, refrigerators and air condition units (up to 5 ton capacity), can also be placed for collection; however, Freon must be removed and bear a certification tag stating that the refrigerant was properly removed and disposed of by a certified technician.

Brush: Up to 2 cubic yards of bundled brush can be placed for collection along your regular garbage collection. In addition, residents can place up to 12 cubic yards unbundled brush for collection annually. This can either be done at one time or residents can opt to utilize the allotment for up to three separate collections of 4 cubic yards per collection.

4. I have a disability and have trouble taking my garbage to the curb, can Republic help?

Special services for the disabled are available. For more information or to apply, please contact the Southlake Utility Billing Department located at 1400 Main Street, Suite 200, or call (817)-748-8051.

5. How do I set up new service?

If you are a new resident and need to set up trash and recycling service, contact the City of Southlake Utility Billing Office at (817)-748-8051. New services may also be set up using this form.  

Each commercial business in Southlake has a separate contract with Republic Services for collection, and billing for commercial services is not handled through the city. To sign up for commercial trash collection, please contact Republic Services customer service at (817) 317-2424. 

6. What is the current rate for residential Trash and Recycling collection?

The current rate for residential Trash and Recycling collection, effective October 1, 2020, is $16.56 for garbage and recycling and $1.37 in taxes.

7. Is special preparation of recyclables required?

Please make sure that all bottles, jars, and cans are rinsed and lids are removed before putting them into the recycling cart. All items should be loose in your recycling cart.

8. How do I get a new recycling cart?

Recycling carts are furnished, free of charge, by Republic Services to new residents who move into a property with no existing cart. To sign up for recycling and trash services, new residents should first contact the Utility Billing Office at (817)-748-8051 or visit New Service Form.

9. My recycling cart is damaged. How do I request a new cart?

Republic Services is responsible for repairing or replacing damaged recycling carts within three business days of receiving such notification. Please contact the City of Southlake’s main number to report a damaged cart: (817) 748-8400.

10. Where should I place my trash and recycling containers for collection?

Republic recommends that garbage and recycling containers be placed at the curb in front of the residence at a distance no greater than 7 feet from the curb. For recycling, place the recycling cart facing the street, with the wheels touching the curb. Due to the involvement of automated machinery, carts must be within 3 feet of the street, 3 feet away from mailboxes and 5 feet away from vehicles for the Republic Services trucks to safely collect the carts.

11. What is my collection day and what time should I set my containers out on my collection day?

Authorized containers should be placed curbside no later than 7:00 a.m. on your assigned collection day. Republic will pick up all garbage on the designated collection day no later than 7:00 p.m. To find your designated garbage and recycling days visit: Residential Trash and Recycling | Southlake, TX or Waste & Recycling in Southlake, TX | Republic Services

12. Are there items that cannot be picked up for residential solid waste collection?

Republic cannot collect hazardous waste items such as paint, chemicals, highly flammable substances, certain pathological and biological wastes, explosives, radioactive materials, and any other materials deemed by federal, state or local law, or in the reasonable direction of the contractor, too dangerous or threatening to public health. Additionally, stable matter or manure, rocks, bricks, concrete, floor tiles, roofing materials or other materials too heavy to be placed in bags may not be disposed of curbside. 

13. What if I have more than twelve cubic yards of brush or limbs for disposal?

Up to 2 cubic yards of bundled brush can be placed for collection along each regular garbage collection.

In addition, residents can place up to 12 cubic yards unbundled brush for collection annually. This can either be done at one time or residents can opt to utilize the allotment for up to three separate collections of 4 cubic yards per collection.

Residents who need collections beyond 12 cubic yards of unbundled brush, can schedule a bulk pickup with Republic Services by calling 817-317-2424. 

or visit Waste & Recycling in Southlake, TX | Republic Services.

14. What is the most solid waste or recycling I can leave out for pickup on a pickup day?

There are no volume limits placed on regular household trash. However, please keep in mind that solid waste containers should not weigh more than 50 pounds and any individual bags placed for collection outside containers should not exceed 33 gallons or 50 pounds each.

Recycling materials must fit into Republic-issued container. Recycling is collected using an automated collection system and these automated recycling trucks can only collect recyclables placed within the carts. Any recycling that is not placed in the cart will not be collected, unless other arrangements have been made with Republic.

15. Are any items too large for pickup, such as fence sections, large tree limbs, or other large waste?

Any individual item, or collection of items, larger than two (2) cubic yards (about the size of a washer and dryer side-by-side, for example) is too large for pickup. These items will have to be hauled to a Republic facility or placed into a roll-off container.

Fence panels can be cut down and placed for collection as bulk waste, providing they are small enough for the crews to manage. However, if you are working with a contractor on repairs or restoration, contractors are expected to haul the waste away or make arrangements for a roll off, rather than placing at the curb for collection. If your contractor needs a roll off, they can contact Republic Services at 817-317-2424.

Also, please keep in mind solid waste containers should not weigh more than 50 pounds and any individual bags placed for collection outside containers should not exceed 33 gallons or 50 pounds each.

16. I have furniture or appliances that need to be collected? What do I need to do?

Furniture and appliances can be placed at the curb for collection, however there are some guidelines and limitations described below. Additionally, it’s important to know that if you are working with a restoration company or other contractor, disposal services are typically included in that work and contractors should not place items at the curb for collection. Your contractor can work with Republic Services, 817-371-2424, to schedule a roll off container be provided or they can haul the waste away themselves.

• Furniture: Republic will collect up to 2 cubic yards per resident per collection (about the size of a washer and dryer side-by-side, for example). If you have a limited amount of furniture that needs disposal, place at the curb and Republic will collect as they can.
• Appliances: Dishwashers, microwave ovens, stoves, washing machines, dryers, and water heaters can be placed for collection at the curb as part of regular bulk waste collection, which is allowed at up to 2 cubic yards per resident per collection (about the size of a washer and dryer side-by-side, for example). Appliances such as freezers, refrigerators and air condition units (up to 5 ton capacity), can also be placed for collection; however, Freon must be removed and the appliance must have a certification tag stating that the refrigerant was properly removed and disposed of by a certified technician.

17. My garbage was supposed to be picked up today but was missed by the truck. What do I do?

Call Republic Customer Service at (817)-317-2424.

18. How can I identify hazardous chemicals in my home?

Old paint, pesticides, used oil and other automotive fluids, household cleaners, solvents, batteries, and pesticides are all examples of household chemicals that could be hazardous to the environment if disposed of improperly. These wastes usually have one or more of the following characteristics, so look for these words in the label or directions of use:

Corrosive- Gradually dissolves other materials

Ignitable- Flammable

Reactive- If contacting another substance can cause explosion or deadly vapors

Toxic- Poisonous to humans and animals

19. How do I set up a new commercial service?

If you would like to set up waste or recycling service through Republic, please call their customer service line at (817)-317-2424.

20. What is the best way to dispose of broken glass?

For broken mirrors, place the glass in newspaper, tape it shut, and label it "broken mirror." For all other glass, you can place the shards in a cardboard box clearly marked "broken glass."

21. What is the best way to dispose of needles?

Place any needles in an empty laundry detergent jug or other puncture proof container. This keeps needles from tearing through bags, potentially causing injury.

22. Is the "Simple Recycling" program to collect clothing, shoes, and accessories still in effect?

Simple Recycling has informed the City of Southlake, due to the impacts of COVID-19, they will no longer collect curbside. Pickups will continue but need to be scheduled in advance. This can be done by either visiting www.donatestuff.com or by calling 1-866-835-5068. Under this collection structure, orange bags are no longer required, and any type of bag or container may be used.

23. I have structural items and construction waste such as sheetrock, carpet, and insulation that need disposal. Can those be picked up curbside?

Generally, no. Damaged sheetrock, carpet, insulation, and other related items should be disposed of via a roll-off container. However, residents can dispose of small amounts of discarded construction materials not to exceed the equivalent of two 35 gallon sized plastic bags or corrugated boxes along with their regular solid waste collection.

Please note that this does not include rocks, bricks, concrete, floor tiles, roofing materials or other materials too heavy to be placed in bags.

Hired, licensed contractors are expected to remove any construction or demolition waste as part of the scope of their work. They can haul the waste away with their own crews or arrange for a roll off container with Republic Services, 817-317-2424.

24. I have a contractor doing work, what about construction debris?

Hired, licensed contractors should remove any construction or demolition waste as part of the scope of their work. Contractors can haul the waste away using their own crews or arrange for a roll off container with Republic Services, 817-317-2424.

If residents are making minor repairs themselves, small amounts of discarded construction materials not to exceed the equivalent of two 35 gallon sized plastic bags or corrugated boxes can be placed in the regular solid waste collection container. 

Please note that this does not include rocks, bricks, concrete, floor tiles, roofing materials or other materials too heavy to be placed in bags.