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City of Tyler residential garbage normally follows one of two twice-weekly patterns: North Tyler on Monday and Thursday, or South Tyler on Tuesday and Friday. Because the dividing line is irregular, residents should confirm the complete address through Tyler Talks Trash.
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This guide answers whether Tyler trash pickup is today or this week, explains verified 2026 holiday changes and gives practical instructions for carts, recycling, bulky items, leaf bags, brush, tires, appliances, hazardous products, landfill loads and missed collection.
Tyler Trash Pickup Schedule: Quick Answer
North Tyler garbage is normally collected Monday and Thursday. South Tyler garbage is normally collected Tuesday and Friday. Enter the exact service address in Tyler Talks Trash before relying on the route map.
Place the City garbage cart curbside by 6:00 AM. Do not put it out before 6:00 PM the evening before, and remove it by 6:00 AM the morning after collection.
Holiday weeks require an exact City notice. Tyler sometimes moves Thursday and Friday routes earlier before a Friday closure, but moves Monday and Tuesday routes later after a Monday closure.
Does the Property Receive City of Tyler Collection?
A Tyler mailing address does not always mean the property is inside the City collection system. Homes outside the city limits, apartment communities and private developments may use another hauler.
City Residential Account
Use Tyler Talks Trash, the North/South City map, City carts and Tyler Solid Waste service rules.
Outside City Limits
Rural Smith County properties may use GPS, Republic, Live Oak or another private hauler with different days and holiday rules.
Apartment or Business
Ask management which company services the property and how move-out furniture, cardboard and oversized waste are handled.
How to Find the Tyler Trash Pickup Schedule by Address
- Open Tyler Talks Trash. Use the official address lookup rather than a ZIP code or neighborhood guess.
- Enter the complete service address. Select the exact property returned by the tool.
- Simplify directional addresses when necessary. If an address containing N, S, E or W does not appear, enter the street number and street name without the directional letter.
- Record North or South Tyler. North normally means Monday/Thursday. South normally means Tuesday/Friday.
- Check recycling separately. Optional curbside recycling is biweekly, not twice weekly.
- Turn on reminders. The City offers app, email and phone reminders for collection days and service changes.
- Call when the property still cannot be found. Solid Waste can verify whether the address receives City service.
Route-Confirmation Phone Script
“Please confirm whether my full service address is on the North Tyler Monday/Thursday route or the South Tyler Tuesday/Friday route, and tell me whether this week has a holiday or emergency change.”
The City’s main Solid Waste page contains the Tyler Talks Trash lookup and reminder signup:
Open Tyler Talks TrashOfficial Tyler Residential Garbage Route Map
The official City map uses blue for the Monday/Thursday North Tyler route and red for the Tuesday/Friday South Tyler route. The dividing line bends through several neighborhoods, so residents near the boundary should use the address lookup.
What the Map Does Not Confirm
- A current holiday-week route change.
- A storm, ice or emergency suspension.
- A private-hauler schedule outside City service.
- The property’s biweekly recycling date.
- A bulky-item, brush or special-pickup request.
Tyler Trash Pickup Today or This Week
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Tyler 2026 Route Checker
Garbage Cart Timing and Placement Rules
Night-Before Garbage Checklist
- Confirm the exact North or South route day.
- Check Tyler Talks Trash for a holiday or emergency notice.
- Bag ordinary household garbage.
- Place all household bags inside the assigned cart.
- Close the lid fully.
- Keep the cart clear of vehicles, fences, mailboxes and utility poles.
- Do not put leaves, brush, paint, tires or loose furniture in the cart.
Verified Tyler Holiday Trash Changes for 2026
Tyler does not use a universal “one day late” rule. The City publishes a route-by-route plan for each closure.
| Holiday week | North Tyler service | South Tyler service | Important note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Friday March 30–April 3 |
Monday March 30 and Wednesday April 1 | Tuesday March 31 and Thursday April 2 | No collection Friday April 3. |
| Memorial Day May 25–29 |
Tuesday May 26 and Thursday May 28 | Wednesday May 27 and Friday May 29 | No collection Monday May 25. |
| Juneteenth June 15–19 |
Monday June 15 and Wednesday June 17 | Tuesday June 16 and Thursday June 18 | No collection Friday June 19. |
| July 4 observance June 29–July 3 |
Monday June 29 and Wednesday July 1 | Tuesday June 30 and Thursday July 2 | No collection Friday July 3. |
| Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas | Detailed 2026 route notices were not yet posted. | Detailed 2026 route notices were not yet posted. | Check Tyler Talks Trash closer to each holiday. |
Use the City’s main trash and recycling page for newly published holiday or emergency instructions:
Check Current Tyler Service AlertsOptional Biweekly Curbside Recycling
Curbside recycling is optional rather than automatic. Enrolled residential customers receive a recycling cart and biweekly collection for the current listed fee of $5.96 plus tax per month.
Accepted in the Curbside Cart
- Rinsed aluminum cans.
- Rinsed plastic containers numbered 1 through 7.
- Tin food cans.
- Flattened cardboard.
- Newspapers, magazines, junk mail and office paper.
- Brown paper and plastic grocery bags.
- Empty aerosol cans.
- Food and beverage cartons.
Not Accepted Curbside
- Glass bottles, jars and glassware.
- Ceramics.
- Used clothing.
- Batteries.
- Toxic-product containers.
- Medical sharps.
- Propane cylinders.
- Styrofoam and plastic utensils.
Recycling Cart Setup
- Have the cart curbside by 6:00 AM.
- Place it behind the curb line.
- Face the lid opening toward the street.
- Leave six feet from vehicles, mailboxes, fences and utility poles.
- Flatten cardboard and keep every item inside the cart.
- Rinse containers and keep paper dry.
- Do not place glass or garbage in the recycling cart.
The official curbside recycling page explains enrollment, the current fee and Tyler-specific accepted materials:
Official Curbside Recycling GuideDowntown Recycle Center: Glass, Electronics, Oil and Tires
The Downtown Recycle Center is a self-service facility available to the East Texas region. Most basic recyclables are free, while some electronics, appliances, furniture and tires have fees.
Common Free Drop-Off Materials
- Flattened cardboard and mixed office paper.
- Newspapers, magazines, phonebooks and advertisements.
- Prepared aluminum and tin cans.
- Rinsed plastics numbered 1 through 5.
- Clear, green and brown glass bottles and jars.
- Cellphones, chargers, computers and printers.
- Automotive, lawnmower and tractor batteries.
- Motor oil, hydraulic fluid and antifreeze.
- Scrap copper, aluminum, brass and steel.
Current Listed Fee Items
| Material | Listed fee | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Residential TV or monitor | $5 each | Keep the unit intact. |
| Commercial TV or monitor | $8 each | Confirm business-load acceptance. |
| Refrigerator or air conditioner | $5 each | Ask about unloading and refrigerant requirements. |
| Microwave | $5 each | Keep it intact. |
| Tire, 13–28 inches, without rim | $5 | The center may refuse a tire because of size or condition. |
| Tire, 13–28 inches, with rim | $10 | Keep the load separated. |
| Tire, 30 inches or larger | $10 without rim; $15 with rim | Call before transporting an unusual tire. |
| Furniture or mattress | Small fee | Ask for the current amount before travel. |
Two Free Residential Bulky-Item Pickups Per Year
Each eligible residential household receiving City curbside collection can request two bulky-waste pickups per calendar year at no charge. The City says pickup generally occurs within five business days after a request.
Common Bulky Items
- Furniture.
- Appliances.
- Carpet.
- Fencing material.
- Old toys.
- Other oversized household items.
How to Request Free Bulky Collection
- Separate bulky items from brush. Leave at least two feet between the household pile and any brush pile.
- Place eligible items at the curb. Keep them away from the garbage cart, vehicles, trees, wires and other obstructions.
- Submit the official request. Use the form linked on the City bulky-item page or call Solid Waste.
- Describe the pile accurately. List furniture, appliances, fencing and the approximate dimensions.
- Wait for City evaluation. A pile exceeding the normal six-to-eight-cubic-yard allowance can create a charge.
- Notify the City if another person removes it. A pile that is gone when the crew arrives does not count as a free pickup.
Paid Special Pickup for Brush, Tires and Larger Piles
Special collection covers bulky items beyond the two free requests, oversized piles, tires, bulk brush, unbundled limbs and tree stumps.
| Special material | Current guidance | Resident action |
|---|---|---|
| Additional bulky collection | Fee based on size and quantity | Submit a special-pickup request. |
| Special pickup starting price | Starts at $20 | Request an estimate before collection. |
| Tires | $5 per tire through City special pickup | Do not include tires in a free bulky pile. |
| Bulk brush or stump | Fee based on size and quantity | Create a separate brush pile. |
| Small bundled limbs | Free when each bundle meets size and weight rules | Place six feet from the garbage cart. |
Leaf Bags, Small Limbs, Bulk Brush and Stumps
Fewer Than 25 Leaf Bags
- Use biodegradable bags.
- Place them in the parkway behind the curb.
- Keep the area clear of wires and low limbs.
- Set out the City garbage cart so the automated truck can identify and load the stop.
Small Limb Bundles
- Cut every piece to four feet or shorter.
- Tie limbs into manageable bundles.
- Keep each bundle at or below 50 pounds.
- Place bundles six feet from the garbage cart.
Chargeable Yard Material
- 25 or more leaf bags.
- Unbundled limbs.
- Limbs longer than four feet.
- Heavy bundles.
- Bulk brush and tree stumps.
Short-Term Eight-Yard “Litter Critter” Dumpster
Residential customers who have had an active account at the address for at least three months may rent an eight-cubic-yard Litter Critter for a qualifying small project.
Program Basics
- Available up to twice per year.
- Eight-cubic-yard container.
- Release agreement required.
- May be prepaid or charged to an active water account.
- Residential use only.
Do Not Load
- Appliances.
- Tires.
- Liquids.
- Paint.
- Pesticides or chemicals.
- Hazardous waste.
- Commercially generated waste.
Rental Windows
- Weekend: Friday afternoon through Monday morning.
- Weekday: Monday afternoon through Friday morning.
Greenwood Farms Landfill
Greenwood Farms Landfill is owned by the City of Tyler and operated by Republic Services. City residents must bring a current utility bill when using resident landfill privileges.
Landfill Checklist
- Cover and secure the load as required by Texas law.
- Bring the current City utility bill for resident use.
- Call when the material or vehicle type is unusual.
- Expect noneligible customers to pay the current gate rate.
- Keep prohibited hazardous material out unless the facility confirms acceptance.
Paint, Bulbs, Batteries and Household Chemicals
Small Household Quantities
The City states that the landfill is designed to accept small amounts of household hazardous waste and that household quantities of 32 ounces or less may be disposed of as household garbage. This is not permission to mix chemicals, pour liquids into a cart or ignore the product label.
How to Dry Liquid Paint
- Add absorbent. For about one-half gallon of paint, the City suggests approximately two quarts of oil-dry absorbent or kitty litter.
- Stir thoroughly. Mix the absorbent through the liquid paint.
- Leave the lid off. Allow the material to harden in a protected, ventilated location away from children and animals.
- Use the upside-down test. The container is ready only when no paint pours out when inverted.
Fluorescent Bulbs
Tape fluorescent tubes or bulbs together securely and place them beside the garbage cart. Some compact fluorescent bulbs may also be accepted by participating home-improvement retailers.
Automotive Fluids and Batteries
- Take motor oil and antifreeze to the Downtown Recycle Center.
- Take automotive, lawnmower and tractor batteries to the center.
- Rechargeable-battery retailers may charge a recycling fee.
- Never pour automotive fluids into a cart, street or storm drain.
For an item not addressed by Tyler’s guide, contact the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regional office at 903-535-5100.
Official Hazardous-Waste GuidanceSmall Dead Animal Removal
Dogs, cats and other small dead animals must not be placed inside a garbage cart.
- Keep the animal out of the cart. It is not collected as ordinary solid waste.
- Bag it securely. Follow the City’s curbside preparation instruction for a small animal.
- Use a safe accessible location. Keep it out of traffic and away from storm drains.
- Request removal. City service is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Missing Carts, Repairs and the Official Pink Cart PDF
Missing or Damaged Standard Cart
Call 903-531-1388 for a missing cart or damage to the body, wheels, axle or lid. After a work order is issued, delivery or repair may take three to five business days.
Pink 96-Gallon Cart: What the Agreement Says
The City’s one-page Pink Cart agreement contains several conditions that are easy to miss when only reading the short webpage summary.
| Agreement detail | What it means for the customer |
|---|---|
| Listed total: $97.74 | Includes sales tax and a $5 Susan G. Komen donation. |
| Advance payment | Cash, check or money order only; it cannot be added to the water bill. |
| City ownership | The cart remains City property and is collected when the customer moves or cancels service. |
| Green cart retrieval | The regular green cart is normally retrieved when the pink cart is delivered. |
| Keeping both carts | A current monthly additional-cart charge applies. |
| Eight-year warranty | The agreement excludes lids, normal wear, theft, fire and negligent damage. |
| Replacement timing | A warranty replacement can take up to four months if another pink cart is unavailable. |
| Recycling use | A pink cart can receive an orange lid when the customer enrolls in paid curbside recycling. |
| Active account required | The applicant must have a current eligible City garbage account. |
How to Report Missed Tyler Trash Pickup
- Confirm the property route. Recheck the complete address in Tyler Talks Trash.
- Check whether it was actually due. Verify the North or South day and any holiday adjustment.
- Review emergency notices. A delayed or suspended route is not a normal missed pickup.
- Confirm the 6:00 AM deadline. A late cart may not qualify for a return visit.
- Inspect access and contents. Check for a blocked cart, open lid, yard waste, prohibited material or another collection problem.
- Check neighboring stops. One missed cart suggests a placement issue; several missed carts may indicate a route delay.
- Call Solid Waste. Give the full address, scheduled date, set-out time and service type.
- Save the work-order details. Record the date and reference information for follow-up.
Missed Pickup Phone Script
“My City garbage cart at [full Tyler address] was scheduled for [date]. It was curbside by 6:00 AM with the lid closed and clear truck access. I checked Tyler Talks Trash and the current holiday notice. Please verify the route and create a service request.”
Solid Waste Phone
903-531-1388, Monday through Friday during listed office hours.
Solid Waste Office
414 N. Bois D’Arc Avenue, Tyler, TX 75702. Listed hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Tyler Waste Item Checker
Select an item to see the correct starting route. Acceptance can depend on condition, quantity, account eligibility and current City instructions.
Common Tyler Trash Pickup Mistakes
Guessing North or South
The resident uses a landmark or ZIP code instead of the exact address lookup.
Setting Out After 6 AM
The cart reaches the curb after the route has started.
Setting Out Too Early
The cart is placed outside before 6:00 PM the evening before service.
Assuming a Holiday Delay
The resident shifts every route one day instead of reading the exact City notice.
Leaf Bags Without the Cart
The automated crew cannot use the City cart to load the leaf bags.
Oversized Limb Bundles
Pieces exceed four feet or a bundle weighs more than 50 pounds.
Unreported Furniture
Bulky property is left outside without submitting a request.
Putting Glass Curbside
Glass belongs at the Downtown Recycle Center, not in the curbside recycling cart.
Driving an Uncovered Load
A landfill load is not covered and secured as required by state law.
Official Tyler Solid Waste Resources
Trash and Recycling Hub
Tyler Talks Trash, reminders, service alerts, contacts and links to every City waste program.
Residential Trash Rules
North/South days, cart timing, repairs, leaf bags, limbs, dead animals and Litter Critter rules.
Curbside Recycling
Enrollment fee, biweekly collection, accepted items and cart placement.
Bulky and Special Pickup
Two free requests, pile limits, special charges, brush separation and online forms.
Downtown Recycle Center
Hours, payment rules, glass, electronics, oil, batteries, appliances and tire fees.
Greenwood Farms Landfill
Address, hours, utility-bill requirement, phone number and covered-load rule.
Verified Same-Site Internal Links
Trash Pickup Help Tools
Use holiday, missed-pickup, bulky-item and waste-sorting decision tools.
Mesquite Trash Pickup Schedule
A related Texas guide for twice-weekly garbage, recycling, yard waste and large-item collection.
Austin Trash Pickup Schedule
Texas guidance for address-based schedules, carts, recycling, composting and bulk requests.
Tyler Trash Pickup Schedule FAQs
What is the Tyler trash pickup schedule?
North Tyler residential garbage is normally collected Monday and Thursday. South Tyler residential garbage is normally collected Tuesday and Friday. Confirm the exact address through Tyler Talks Trash.
Is Tyler trash pickup today?
Confirm whether the address is on the North Monday/Thursday route or South Tuesday/Friday route, then check Tyler Talks Trash for a holiday, storm or emergency change.
How do I check Tyler trash pickup this week?
Enter the address in Tyler Talks Trash, record both normal collection days and compare them with the City’s current holiday or emergency notice.
What time should the Tyler garbage cart be outside?
Place the cart curbside by 6:00 AM. Do not put it out before 6:00 PM the evening before, and remove it by 6:00 AM the morning after collection.
How do holidays affect Tyler trash pickup?
Tyler publishes a route-specific schedule. A Friday closure can move Thursday and Friday routes earlier, while a Monday closure can move Monday and Tuesday routes later.
How much does Tyler curbside recycling cost?
The current optional biweekly curbside recycling fee is $5.96 plus tax per month. Contact Solid Waste to enroll and confirm the account charge.
Does Tyler curbside recycling accept glass?
No. Take rinsed glass bottles and jars to the Downtown Recycle Center at 418 N. Bois D’Arc Avenue.
How many free bulky pickups do Tyler residents receive?
Eligible residential customers can request two bulky-waste pickups per calendar year at no charge. A normal pile is limited to approximately six to eight cubic yards.
How do I request bulky-item collection?
Place eligible items at the curb, keep household bulk at least two feet from brush and submit the official request form or call Tyler Solid Waste at 903-531-1388.
How should Tyler leaf bags be prepared?
Use biodegradable bags, place them behind the curb and set out the City garbage cart so the automated collection process can load the bags.
What are Tyler’s branch-bundle limits?
Cut limbs to four feet or shorter, tie manageable bundles, keep each bundle at or below 50 pounds and place them six feet from the garbage cart.
Where can Tyler residents take tires and electronics?
Use the Downtown Recycle Center. Fees vary by tire size, rim status and electronic item, so review the official list before traveling.
Can residents take trash directly to Greenwood Farms Landfill?
Yes. Cover the load, bring a current City utility bill when claiming resident privileges and call the landfill when the material or eligibility is unclear.
How do I dispose of liquid paint in Tyler?
Mix the paint with oil-dry absorbent or kitty litter, leave the lid off and allow it to harden. It is ready only when no liquid pours out when the container is inverted.
How do I report missed Tyler trash pickup?
Confirm the address route, current service alert and 6:00 AM set-out, then call Tyler Solid Waste at 903-531-1388 with the full address and service details.
Does Tyler remove small dead animals?
Yes. Keep the animal out of the cart, bag it securely and request weekday curbside removal between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM. The City lists no charge.
Your Final Tyler Collection Plan
Confirm the complete service address through Tyler Talks Trash. Save Monday and Thursday for North Tyler or Tuesday and Friday for South Tyler.
Move the garbage cart out no earlier than 6:00 PM the evening before, have it ready by 6:00 AM and remove it by 6:00 AM the following morning.
Read the exact City notice during every holiday or emergency week. Tyler may move routes earlier or later rather than applying one automatic delay.
Use the optional biweekly cart for Tyler-approved curbside recyclables, and take glass, electronics, oil, batteries, appliances and tires to the Downtown Recycle Center when appropriate.
Request bulky collection before leaving furniture outside. Keep household bulk, leaf bags, small limb bundles and chargeable brush in separate service groups.
Use the Litter Critter, Greenwood Farms Landfill or another approved disposal route when the material does not qualify for normal collection.
Independent Guide Notice
Trash-Pickup.org is an independent resident information website. It is not the City of Tyler, Tyler Solid Waste, Republic Services, Smith County or a private waste hauler.
Verify live routes, holiday changes, fees, facility hours, retailer requirements and material acceptance through the official source before acting.
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