Sealy Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Sealy, Texas.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Texas Disposal Systems / City of Sealy Utilities
Phone Number
979-885-3511Facility Address
415 Main St, Sealy, TX 77474
Collection Schedule
The City provides comprehensive solid waste and recycling services, billed via municipal utility accounts.
Bin Colors
Standard poly carts are utilized for both trash and recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Collection is generally delayed by one day during major observed holidays.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk pickups require coordination or are scheduled via standard city clean-up dates.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Garbage-only service deposits are $75 for property owners or $125 for renters.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Sealy Solid Waste Collection Protocols
Maintaining a clean and sanitary environment in Sealy starts with proper automated cart placement. The contracted waste provider requires all residential trash bins to be positioned at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on your designated service day. Ensure the cart's wheels and handle are facing your residence, while the lid opening faces the street. To allow the mechanical arm of the garbage truck to operate safely, keep a mandatory three-foot clearance between the bin and any surrounding obstacles, such as mailboxes, fire hydrants, or parked vehicles. All household garbage must be bagged to prevent loose litter from escaping during the dumping process.
Acceptable Single-Stream Recyclables
For households participating in the municipal recycling program, Sealy utilizes a single-stream method, meaning all approved materials can be mixed directly into one designated cart without manual sorting. Acceptable items include flattened corrugated cardboard, clean paper products, rinsed plastic jugs (plastics labeled #1 through #7), and aluminum cans. Please refrain from tossing glass bottles, styrofoam, plastic grocery sacks, or organic food waste into the recycling container. Cross-contamination forces entire truckloads of otherwise good recyclables to be redirected to local Texas landfills, completely defeating the purpose of the city's sustainability initiatives.
Monthly Bulk Trash Restrictions
Sealy homeowners occasionally need to dispose of items too large for the standard polycart. During the scheduled monthly bulk pickup week, you are permitted to set out up to two cubic yards of oversized waste. This category includes old mattresses, broken living room furniture, and large non-hazardous household goods. However, sanitation crews are strictly forbidden from collecting rubber tires, liquid paints, wet cement, or appliances containing freon, such as old refrigerators or window air conditioning units. You must hire an independent certified technician to drain the refrigerant before the contractors will legally haul those specific appliances away.
Brush and Limb Disposal Rules
Managing yard overgrowth is a routine part of property maintenance in Austin County. If you are trimming trees or clearing thick brush, the resulting debris must be properly prepared for curbside pickup. Tree limbs cannot simply be piled wildly in the grass; they must be securely bundled with heavy twine. Each bundle is restricted to a maximum length of four feet and cannot weigh more than forty pounds. Grass clippings and autumn leaves should be sealed inside durable plastic trash bags. Following these exact specifications ensures the collection crews can efficiently and safely load the green waste into the rear of the packer truck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Sealy?
A: The City provides comprehensive solid waste and recycling services, billed via municipal utility accounts.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Collection is generally delayed by one day during major observed holidays.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Standard poly carts are utilized for both trash and recycling.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk pickups require coordination or are scheduled via standard city clean-up dates.
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