FAQs

Are Brush and Bulky items picked up at the same time that my trash container is emptied?: We have a brush and debris crew that attends to your brush/bulky item pickup separate from the residential garbage pickup. You may request a brush and bulky item pickup by completing an online form 24/7, or by calling Solid Waste Department at 325-643-4200. > please indicate the address and location on the property (curb or alley). Brush and Bulky items must be placed curbside if your trash is picked up curbside.

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Brush and Bulky Items

The Holiday Waste Collection Schedule can be found on the Solid Waste Services page in the links tab at the bottom of the page.

You can also find it here via the link below:

2. Do you pick up brush in the Lake Brownwood area?: No, we only pickup within Brownwood city limits. Brush from the lake can be taken to the City recycling center at 6800 FM 45 S., just make sure it is covered with a tarp when you bring it in. Proof of residency is also required.

3. Are Brush and Bulky items picked up at the same time that my trash container is emptied?: We have a brush and debris crew that attends to your brush/bulky item pickup separate from the residential garbage pickup. You may request a brush and bulky item pickup by completing an online form 24/7, or by calling Solid Waste Department at 325-643-4200. > please indicate the address and location on the property (curb or alley). Brush and Bulky items must be placed curbside if your trash is picked up curbside.

4. Can you pick up bulky items off my porch?: No, City employees are not permitted to go on private property to collect items for disposal.

5. I cleand out my storage unit, will you pick up my items left?: This service is not available to commercial customers (business offices, apartments, schools, churches, evictions, or storage units).

6. How should I place my items for pick up?: Waste shall be stacked away from mail boxes, fences, poles, cars, and low hanging wires.

7. Can I just put all my items in a pile for pick up?: Items to be collected must be segregated according to type; brush, furniture or metals. Mixed piles will not be collected.