Frequently Asked Questions
 
 

I’m a new resident, how do I find out if the city I live in offers a single family recycling program?

Click on "Residential Recycling" and click the name of your city for full details about the recycling programs available to you. If you do not find your city's name listed on this web site, visit your city or county's web site to obtain recycling information for your community.

I live in an apartment or condo and recycling is not offered to residents, so how do I find the nearest recycling drop-off location?

Click on "Residential Recycling" and click the name of your city for full details about the recycling programs available to you. If you do not find drop-off locations listed for your city, call your city's recycling coordinator or service provider listed at the bottom of that page. You can also utilize the Regional Recycling Interactive Map to find a drop-off location or business near you that will accept your recyclable items.

My recycling container or bin is missing, needs repairs, or I wish to receive an additional recycling container.

Click on "Residential Recycling" and click the name of your city. At the bottom of that page you will find the contact information for your city's recycling coordinator or recycling service provider who can assist you with your request.

I live outside the city limits, how do I find the nearest recycling drop-off location?

Click on "Residential Recycling" and click the name of your city for full details about the recycling programs available to you. If you do not find your city's name listed on this web site, please visit your city or county's web site to obtain recycling information for your community. You can also utilize the Regional Recycling Interactive Map to find a drop-off location or business near you that will accept your recyclable items.

How can I reduce the amount of junk mail I receive?

You can have your name removed from many bulk mailing lists by writing to:

Mail Preference Service
Direct Marketing Association
P.O. Box 9008
Farmingdale, New York 11735-9008

Where to take Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) if you live in one of the following cities:
Arlington, Azle, Bedford, Benbrook, Bridgeport, Burleson, Cedar Hill, Cleburne, Colleyville, Crowley, Euless, Forest Hill, Fort Worth, Glenn Heights, Grand Prairie, Grapevine, Haltom City, Hood County, Hurst, Keller, Kennedale, Lake Worth, Lakeside, Mansfield, Midlothian, North Richland Hills, Oak Leaf, Pantego, Parker County, Richland Hills, River Oaks, Roanoke, Saginaw, Sherman, Southlake, Stephenville, Tarrant County (unincorporated), Tarrant Reg. Water District, Trophy Club, UTRWD, Watauga, Waxahachie, Weatherford, Westlake, Westover Hills, Westworth Village, White Settlement.

The Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center (EEC) is a permanent collection site you can use located at 6400 Bridge Street, Fort Worth, TX 76112. Schedule of operation is Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Telephone: 817-392-3279. Bring driver’s license and water bill or other utility bill as proof of residence in a participating city.

To find out whether or not your HHW items are accepted, please call before loading your items for transport and deposit. If your city is not listed as one of the participating cities, the ECC will not be able to accept your household chemical waste. Call your city representatives to let them know you would like your city involved in the program.

Where to take Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) if you live in one of the following cities:
Addison, Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmer Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Irving, Mesquite, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, Seagoville, Sunnyvale.

The Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center (DCHCCC) is a permanent collection site you can use located at 11234 Plano Road, Dallas, TX 75243. Schedule of operation is Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Closed on Monday, Friday, and Sunday. Telephone: 214-553-1765. Bring driver’s license and water bill or other utility bill as proof of residence in a participating city.

To find out whether or not your HHW items are accepted, please call before loading your items for transport and deposit. If your city is not listed as one of the participating cities, you will be charged a minimum of $95.00 waste management fee.

Where can I find general information about backyard composting and vermicomposting?

Our Composting section of this website is a great place to start! For more information, you can visit the Master Composter web site for general composting information, Worm Digest for vermicomposting information, or Texas Smartscape for composting and landscaping information.

What is the proper way to dispose of syringes, needles, and lancets?

Visit your city or county web site for disposal guidance.

What should I do with unused or unwanted medication?

Visit your city or county web site for disposal guidance.

Where can I find "Electronics Take Back" information and locations?

www.texasrecyclescomputers.org
www.texasenvironment.org
www.texastakeback.com/
www.electronicstakeback.com/how-to-recycle-electronics/

I want to recycle:

Electronics

Appliances, also known as "White Goods" (e.g. washers/dryers, refrigerators, microwaves)

  • You can use our Interactive Map to find a location near you.
  • Visit the "Residential Recycling" section and click the name of your city for full details about the recycling programs available to you.
  • Visit your city or county's web site to locate their appliance pick-up service or drop-off site locations.
  • Contact a local thrift store to arrange a pick-up if item is still in working condition.
  • www.earth911.com
  • www.recycletexasonline.org

Batteries

Automotive Fluids and Oil Filters

Paint

Pesticides

Tires

  • You can use our Interactive Map to find a location near you.
  • Visit the "Residential Recycling" section and click the name of your city for full details about the recycling programs available to you.
  • Visit your city or county's web site for disposal and recycling guidance. Fort Worth, Dallas
  • Contact your local tire retailer. Many of them will take used tires for recycling or disposal.

Carpet

Cell Phones

Plastic Grocery Bags

  • Take your plastic bags back to your local grocery store. Most grocery stores accept plastic bags for recycling.
  • For more information about recycling plastic bags, as well as a list of retailers that accept plastic bags for recycling: http://abagslife.com

Styrofoam and Styrofoam packing peanuts

  • You can use our Interactive Map to find a location near you.
  • Call your local neighborhood Mailboxes, Etc. Store or mailing service as they generally have a need for Styrofoam.

Televisions

Textiles (Clothing)

Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFL's) or Long Fluorescent Tubes

Construction and Demolition (C&D) material

Mulch

  • Visit your city or county's web site for mulch availability. Mulch is often offered for free to residents.
  • You can use our Interactive Map to find a location near you.

Used Cooking Oil

  • Visit www.ceasethegreasentx.com for information about grease recycling and proper cooking oil management in the kitchen.
  • You can also use Cease the Grease's Interactive Map to find a grease recycling drop off location near you.