Commerce Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Commerce, Texas.
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City Sanitation
Phone Number
903-886-2314Facility Address
1119 Alamo St, Commerce, TX 75428
Collection Schedule
City of Commerce residents receive garbage collection twice a week (Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri depending on the area).
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
No pickup on Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Residents can schedule a special pick-up by contacting City Sanitation at 903-886-2314.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Garbage must be at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. and cannot be set out prior to the day of pick up.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Exceptional Twice-a-Week Garbage Collection
Unlike many modern municipalities that only offer weekly trash service, the City of Commerce provides its residents with the highly convenient perk of twice-a-week garbage collection. Depending on which geographical section of town your home is located in, your designated collection days will either be a Monday and Thursday schedule, or a Tuesday and Friday schedule. This robust service is covered under a flat residential fee of $19.66 plus tax. If you are a new resident unsure of your zone, simply dial the Utility Customer Service line at (903) 886-1100 to acquire your specific route schedule.
Morning Curbside Rules and Routines
To keep the community looking clean and to ensure sanitation crews can complete their routes on time, Commerce enforces strict regulations regarding when and how trash is set out. All residential garbage must be rolled out to the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection mornings. The city strongly mandates that trash cannot be set out prior to the actual day of pick-up, effectively banning the practice of leaving bins on the street overnight. Adhering to this timeline prevents scavenging animals from ripping bags open and keeps the neighborhood sidewalks clear for pedestrians.
Recognized Sanitation Holidays
Sanitation crews in Commerce work hard year-round, but they do observe a handful of major national holidays. There will absolutely be no residential trash pickup on Memorial Day, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day. When your scheduled collection day falls on one of these specific holidays, you should anticipate a slight shift or delay in your service for that week. Residents are encouraged to hold their refuse until the next active collection day to prevent overflowing bins sitting uncollected on the curb during holiday festivities.
Requesting Specialized Pick-Ups
Everyday household waste is easily handled by the twice-a-week routine, but massive cleanouts or bulky items require a different approach. For large pieces of furniture, excessive yard debris, or general heavy junk that cannot safely fit inside a standard collection cart, the City of Commerce offers tailored solutions. Residents can directly contact the City Sanitation department at (903) 886-2314 to formally schedule a special pick-up at their property. This dedicated service ensures that large, unsightly items are removed from your curb safely and legally, without violating standard route policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Commerce?
A: City of Commerce residents receive garbage collection twice a week (Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri depending on the area).
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: No pickup on Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Residents can schedule a special pick-up by contacting City Sanitation at 903-886-2314.
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