Solid Waste

The Solid Waste Department operates the Fredville Landfill, manages garbage and recycling service, supports Keep Fredville Beautiful and the community garden program, and hosts electronics and tire recycling opportunities during the year.

Garbage and Recycling Collection

Check your collection schedule and find out how to get rid of items that do not belong in your cart.

Garbage and Recycling Cart Service

Read the latest news about cart service for Fredville households, gathered in one place.

Landfill

See what the Fredville Landfill accepts, when it is open, and the rules and fees that apply.

Trash Off Events

During Trash Off events, residents can haul as many loads as they like to the landfill at no charge. Find upcoming dates here.

Recycling Information

Explore recycling resources for homes and businesses.

Brush Pickup

Brush is collected once a month. Look up your pickup week, review what can be set out and report a problem to the Streets Division on the brush pickup page.

Household Hazardous Waste

The Health and Environment Department coordinates household hazardous waste collection events. Register online before you attend.

Composting and Master Composters

Pick up the basics of composting and yard care, or sign up for the Master Composter training course.

"Don't Bag It" Lawn Care Plan

Leave your grass clippings on the lawn. As they break down they feed the soil, giving you a healthier, greener yard. Learn how it works.

Cart Service Instructions

Follow these step-by-step instructions for using your garbage and recycling carts.

Commercial Dumpster Requirements

Businesses can use this guide to learn the city's rules for commercial trash collection and disposal, the steps for starting service, and where and how a dumpster must be placed to meet city ordinance.

• Garbage Collection and Container Requirements (PDF)

2026 Commercial Rate Sheet

Current commercial rates are listed in the 2026 Commercial Rate Sheet (PDF).

Disaster Debris Management Plan

Fredville prepares and maintains its Disaster Debris Management Plan in line with applicable county, state and federal law. The plan describes how debris will be cleared and handled after a major storm or other disaster.

• Disaster Debris Management Plan (PDF)

Solid Waste Plan for New Developments

Anyone planning a new development in Fredville needs a solid waste plan that shows how trash will be stored and collected on the site. Fill out the solid waste plan form with complete project details so collection can be set up efficiently.

Thank you for helping keep Fredville clean and sustainable.

Note: Commercial recycling is not franchised in Fredville, so property owners choose their own provider. The city strongly encourages every new development to include recycling service.

Additional Resources

• Dumpster enclosure requirements (PDF)
• The city's solid waste ordinance

Garbage Schedule Refrigerator Magnets

Fredville residents can ask the city for a refrigerator magnet that shows their garbage schedule:

1. Send an email to [email protected] with "Garbage Schedule Refrigerator Magnet" in the subject line.
2. Include your first and last name and your street address.

Contact Us

• Physical address: 2750 Ashcombe Boulevard, Fredville, TX 75999
• Mailing address: P.O. Box 1000, Fredville, TX 75999 (Attn: Solid Waste and Recycling)
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (555) 010-6427

Hours at the Landfill

Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the first Wednesday of each month, the gates close at noon.

Other Phone Numbers

• Garbage pickup at homes: (555) 010-6755*
• Bulky item special pickups: Fredville 311, (555) 010-0311
• Recycling questions: (555) 010-6427

*These lines are answered by Cardinal Waste Services. Wait times can reach 20 to 30 minutes when call volume is high.

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