Celina Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Celina, Texas.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
City of Celina Solid Waste (Community Waste Disposal)
Phone Number
972-382-2682Facility Address
142 N Ohio St, Celina, TX 75009
Collection Schedule
Trash collected weekly; recycling collected every other week.
Bin Colors
Green trash, Blue recycling
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Holiday service delayed one day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk items collected weekly on scheduled day.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Place carts curbside before 7 a.m.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Managing Household Waste in Growing Celina
As Celina continues to expand, our commitment to maintaining a pristine environment remains a top priority for every resident. The city partners with specialized waste management providers to coordinate regular weekly pickups. It is requested that all homeowners place their poly-carts curbside before 7:00 AM on their assigned collection day. Because our community features diverse neighborhoods and varying street layouts, please ensure your bins are placed at least three feet from obstructions like parked cars or light posts. This spacing is crucial for the robotic arms on our collection vehicles to operate safely and efficiently.
Your Guide to Curbside Recycling
Sustainability is a core value in Celina, and your participation in the curbside recycling program helps us reach our environmental goals. We encourage residents to fill their blue bins with acceptable plastics, paper, and aluminum goods. Please take a moment to ensure that all items are empty and rinsed to prevent contamination, which is a common issue that can cause entire batches of otherwise recyclable material to be sent to a landfill. Remember that glass and certain types of plastic wrap should be excluded. Keeping your recyclables loose inside the bin—never bagged—is the standard practice that allows our sorting systems to function correctly.
Disposing of Large Items and Yard Waste
Planning a home project or a backyard refresh? Celina provides specific protocols for handling bulky items that exceed standard container limits. Large furniture, appliances, or significant quantities of organic yard debris often require a scheduled special collection. We advise residents to check the municipal guidelines for the current weight limits and acceptable item lists. By bundling limbs and preparing your large items according to these simple rules, you help keep our collection schedule on track and avoid any potential pickup delays. For major construction debris, homeowners may need to secure a private dumpster rental.
Handling Missed Service and Holiday Shifts
Occasional delays in waste collection can happen, especially during holiday weeks or periods of inclement weather. When a holiday falls on a workday, collections generally shift forward by one day. To stay updated on these changes, check the city's digital bulletin board or community news feeds. If your street was skipped despite your bins being out on time, please submit a service request through our resident portal. Including your specific address and the date of the missed collection allows our support team to verify the route data and coordinate a return trip to your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Celina?
A: Trash collected weekly; recycling collected every other week.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Holiday service delayed one day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Green trash, Blue recycling
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk items collected weekly on scheduled day.
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