Kaufman Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Kaufman, Texas.
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Republic Services
Phone Number
972-932-2216Facility Address
701 Alton St, Kaufman, TX 75142
Collection Schedule
Republic Services manages regular trash alongside bulk collection in designated neighborhood zones.
Guidelines & Rules
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Up to 3 cubic yards of bulk are collected free each week with regular trash; excess is billed at $12.50 per yard to the next water invoice.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
A local Convenience Station at 701 Alton Street accepts used oil, tires, and recycling with city-issued coupons.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Waste Management and Republic Services Guidelines
Kaufman residents rely on Republic Services for routine household waste collection. Proper preparation is essential to maintain neighborhood sanitation. Carts should be pushed to the curb on your scheduled pickup day early in the morning to prevent missed collections. Make sure that all garbage is bagged and securely contained within the provided receptacle. Any loose items or overflowing materials outside the cart may be left behind, so managing your weekly volume is key to a clean street.
Weekly Bulk Item Allowance
One of the standout benefits for Kaufman residents is the weekly bulky item collection service. Republic Services allows households to place up to three cubic yards of heavy trash—such as old furniture or extra bags—on the curb for free during their standard service day. If you exceed this three-yard limit, the city automatically assesses a $12.50 charge per additional cubic yard, up to five extra yards, which is conveniently billed to your next monthly water invoice. For massive piles exceeding eight cubic yards, crews will leave a tag providing a customized removal quote.
Appliance Disposal and Freon Rules
Getting rid of old household appliances is permitted under the bulk waste program, but strict environmental regulations apply. If you need to dispose of a refrigerator, chest freezer, or air conditioning window unit, it must be completely evacuated of its refrigerant. Homeowners are required to hire a certified technician to extract the chemical and must attach a signed Freon removal certificate directly to the appliance. Without this visible documentation, sanitation drivers will legally refuse to load the equipment into the truck.
Monthly Unbundled Brush Collection
Maintaining your landscape in Kaufman is supported by a specialized monthly brush pickup service. On the fourth Saturday of every month, crews will collect unbundled tree limbs and yard brush. However, this is not an automatic route; residents must proactively call the city offices at 972-932-2216 no later than the Monday prior to the collection weekend to have their home address added to the driver dispatch list. Please note that this service is strictly for residential yard waste, and commercially generated brush will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Kaufman?
A: Republic Services manages regular trash alongside bulk collection in designated neighborhood zones.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Up to 3 cubic yards of bulk are collected free each week with regular trash; excess is billed at $12.50 per yard to the next water invoice.
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