Welcome to Republic Services of Plano, TX
At Republic Services, we are committed to providing reliable and responsible recycling and waste disposal solutions day in and day out. We work to ensure safe and dependable solutions for your home, business, and community.
Customer service
The City of Plano is a franchised city allowing only Republic Services to set and service trash containers on construction sites, and haul trash from commercial properties. Residential service is handled through the
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Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday/Sunday: CLOSED
Holiday schedule
We observe the following holidays:
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
If your regular collection day falls on or after the holiday, it will be delayed by one day. Holidays falling on the weekend, will not delay collection.
Book a tour of our Plano Recycling Facility & Learning Center
The Plano, TX interactive learning center was designed to educate consumers about recycling. Visitors of all ages can get a first-hand view of the recycling process from the observation deck, watch educational videos, and interact with colorful displays, and games throughout the 5,000 square-foot learning space. The 77,000 square-foot facility serves more than 510,000 residents and 2,500 commercial customers throughout the Metroplex – including Plano, Richardson, and other neighboring cities.
Commercial dumpster rentals and roll-offs
Additional resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Start here to find the frequently asked questions about waste disposal, recycling, and other waste management topics.
Collection Guidelines, Holiday Schedule, Missed Collection
We observe the following holidays:
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
If your normal collection day falls on or after the holiday, it will be delayed by one day. Holidays falling on the weekend, will not delay collection.
To report missed pickups or for questions about garbage and recycling services, please call Republic Services at 972-316-0789.
Residential Trash Collection
The Environmental Waste Services division provides weekly trash collection services to all Plano residences.
Recycling, Yard Waste, Bulk Waste, HHW, Electronics & More
Recycling is easy – you don’t have to presort your recyclables. Everything to be recycled goes straight into your green recycling cart.
Why is Recycling A Good Thing to Do?
- Energy and fossil fuels are saved
- Natural resources are saved
- Fewer air emissions are created
- Costs are reduced through waste diversion
- Landfills are more efficient and productive, and last longer
Please note, all recyclable items should be
- Empty means making sure there is no food or product residue. Make sure all of that goes into the trash or down the drain as part of the EMPTY process.
- Clean means that empty recyclable containers should be rinsed. So, no mustard in the mustard containers or left over ketchup in the ketchup bottles. If you cannot get a container completely clean, it is best to put it into the trash so as not to contaminate the rest of your recycling material and the overall process.
- Dry means letting containers dry before placing them in your green container so that the paper and cardboard doesn't get wet. Wet or soiled paper and cardboard cannot be recycled.
What Can Be Recycled?
Plastic - Water bottles, Take out containers, Soda Bottles, Detergent Containers, Bagged Film Plastics
Glass - Clear, green and brown glass bottles or jars
Metal - All metal food and beverage cans (Aluminum beverage cans, food cans, steel food containers)
Paper - Paper (staples okay), Newspaper, Envelopes, Catalogs, Magazines, Junk Mail, Phone Books, Brochures, Cereal boxes, and any other household paper products, including shredded paper (which must be put in a clear plastic bag before going in to the container)
Cardboard - Ream wrappers, File Folders, Poster Board, Frozen Food Boxes, Cardboard boxes (folded flat), Milk Cartons, Chipboard
Please remove food waste, lids, and rinse containers.
Please do NOT place these items in your recycling cart:
Hazardous or Toxic product containers - Drinking glasses, other glassware
- Propane Tanks
- Plastic bags
- Toys (plastic toys)
- Hardback books
- Kitchen waste
- Plastic wrap
- Tools
- Clothing & Shoes
- Construction waste
- Medical waste
- Scrap metal
Batteries orelectronics - Polystyrene (i.e. - Styrofoam food containers, cups, packing peanuts)
- Foil
- Pill bottles
- Plastic or metal clothes hangers
- Light bulbs
- Frozen food bags and chip bags
- Bubble wrap
- Garden hoses
- Flower pots
- Rubber balls & sports equipment
- Tires
- Wood
- Yard Waste
- Appliances and electronics
- Food-contaminated paper & napkins (NO greasy pizza boxes)
- Food & wet waste, food contaminated paper plates and napkins
- Pet waste
- Diapers
- Trash bags
Special Handling
These items should NEVER be mixed with regular recycling, and require special handling.
- Incandescent light bulbs
- Fluorescent tubes
- Computers & electronics
- Needles or syringes
Hazardous waste - Motor oil bottles
- Oil
- Paint
- Toxic material containers
To find a disposal/recycling center for hazardous waste, oil, paint, and other items, visit
Americans throw away more trash during the holiday season than any other time of year. The good news is much of it can be recycled.
- All types of cardboard boxes should be flattened and placed in your recycle cart. Cut larger boxes into smaller pieces so they fit loosely inside the cart. Carts that are over stuffed may not empty fully. Boxes left next to recycle carts will be collected with trash and wont be recycled.
- Most wrapping paper is recyclable and can be placed in your curbside recycling cart as long as it doesn’t have ribbons, bows or other decorations attached. Wrapping paper that includes foil or glitter cannot be recycled. Tissue paper cannot be recycled.
- Greeting cards and envelopes are also recyclable, as long as they are not musical and do not contain foil or glitter or have other decorations attached.
- Christmas lights and decorations that are broken or no longer wanted should be placed in the regular garbage, along with artificial Christmas trees and wreaths which are not recyclable.
Special & Hazardous Waste
You can also find this information on the Plano website
Disposing of Unwanted Medications
Expired or unwanted prescriptions or over-the-counter medications from households have traditionally been disposed of by flushing them down the toilet or a drain. Although this method of disposal prevents immediate accidental ingestion, it can cause pollution in wastewater, which has been demonstrated to cause adverse effects to fish and other aquatic wildlife. When the water is eventually reused, it can also cause unintentional human exposure to chemicals in medications.
Got Drugs?
The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day provides a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
Drive through and drop off your unused or expired medications at our next event.
Mail-back Program
CVS offers a mail-back service utilizing a pre-addressed envelope to send the unwanted medications to a facility for disposal or incineration. The CVS TakeAway Envelope is available online at
Selected Pharmacies Accept Unwanted Medications
Some pharmacies recognize the importance of safety control and dispose of unused medications and offer self-funded collection programs. You can enter your zip code within the
Other Types of Pharmaceutical Waste
- Unused ampoules, vials and IV bags should not be opened (other than to scratch out the patient's name).
- Wrap the container with tape to minimize the breakage, then place in an opaque plastic container (such as an empty yogurt or margarine tub).
- Wrap the outside of the container or bag with additional duct or shipping tape to prevent leakage and never leave needles where others can be injured.
- Dispose of the container in the trash.
Chemotherapy drugs may require special handling. Work with your healthcare provider on proper disposal options for this type of medication.
Syringes/Needles
- Place syringes/needles in a "Sharps" or rigid plastic container with a screw on lid (like laundry detergent).
- Mark outside container with "needles or sharps"
- Tape or secure lid - if possible
- Place in trash cart for weekly collections and disposal.
The City of Plano operates a Household Chemical Reuse Center where Plano residents may obtain reusable household products. Collected through the residential chemical collection program and approved for reuse, these items are FREE.
Chemicals are not accepted at the Reuse Center
The Reuse Center is a facility for redistributing items collected through residential chemical collections only. Learn more about household chemical collections by visiting the
Note: NO Dropoffs Accepted. HHW will only be collected from Plano residents.
Reuse Center Hours:
Year Round
Wednesdays 11 am - 1 pm
March - November
Saturdays
9 am - 11 am
December - February
3rd Saturday ONLY 9 am - 11 am
Plano partner, United Electronic Recycling, LLC (UER), provides professional, efficient recycling services to residents, small and large businesses, and educational organizations of Collin County, North Texas and Oklahoma. United Electronic Recycling:
- Accepts all computer related equipment, printers, audio and video equipment, consumer electronics, cell phones, and TVs*.
View a complete list of what products UER accepts . - Has a ZERO landfill or incinerator initiative! They are in full compliance with the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) for identity theft certification, by Federal Mandate and enforced by the Federal Trade Commission.
- Offers corporate services including secure data erasure, hard drive shredding, asset recovery, and Certificate of Destruction.
- Provides free pick-up of bulk amounts of equipment to businesses and schools.
- Residential Pick-Ups are available upon request, please contact UER for Logistical Costs/Fees.
*There is a disposal fee of $5 for printers, faxes, copiers and CRT Monitors. $10 disposal fee for televisions under 32 inches and $20 for televisions 32 inches and larger when dropped off at the Recycling Events. UER cannot accept TVs, LCD, and/or CRT monitors with broken screens.
Electronics Recycling Event Schedule
First Saturday of every month
First United Methodist Church
3160 E Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75074
9 a.m. to Noon
Second Saturday of every month
St. Andrew United Methodist Church
5801 W Plano Parkway
Plano, TX 75093
Located in back parking lot
9 to 11 a.m.
Third Saturday of every month
Christ United Methodist Church
3101 Coit Road
Plano, TX 75075
9 to 11 a.m.
Why Recycle Electronics?
"Bigger, better, faster" means millions of tons of old computers and entertainment systems become obsolete and end up in landfills every year. That's a lot of wasted space! Electronics also contain toxic chemicals (like lead, mercury, and cadmium) that contaminate soil and water if left in the landfills. For more information or questions, contact Environmental Waste Services Customer Service via email or at 972-769-4150.
Texas law requires any manufacturer of televisions or computers that want to sell their products in Texas to provide recycling opportunities to their consumers at no additional cost. Click on the lists below for more information on free manufacturer programs available for recycling computers and televisions.
