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Fulshear vs Stafford

How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Fulshear, TX and Stafford, TX?

Fulshear has fewer restrictions than Stafford.

Fulshear, TX

Fort Bend County

Few Restrictions

Fulshear residents may set bulk items out next to their cart on Wednesday; oversized items receive a GFL yellow tag with arranged pickup instructions for the household.

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Stafford, TX

Fort Bend County

Heavy Restrictions

Stafford requires tree limbs, brush, and bundled yard debris to be tied in bundles under 45 pounds and 4 feet long, with branches no thicker than 3 inches, and total volume capped at three cubic yards per pickup.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactFulshearStafford
Bulk DayRegular Wednesday route-
Yellow TagCall GFL to schedule-
Carpet Limit4 ft rolls, 40 lb bundles-
ExcludedConstruction debris, hazardous waste-
Bundle Weight Max-45 pounds
Bundle Length Max-4 feet
Branch Diameter Max-3 inches
Volume Cap-3 cubic yards

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Fulshear FAQ

How do I dispose of a couch in Fulshear?

Place the couch beside your cart on Wednesday collection day. GFL will pick it up with the regular route or leave a yellow tag with arrangements for a special pickup.

Does Fulshear take construction debris?

No. Construction debris, tires, and hazardous household waste are excluded from bulk pickup. Residents must arrange separate disposal at an approved facility.

Stafford FAQ

How big can my tree limb pile be in Stafford?

Combined garbage and limbs cannot exceed three cubic yards per pickup, and individual bundles must be under 45 pounds and 4 feet long with branches no wider than 3 inches.

Is there a separate quarterly tree limb pickup in Stafford?

No. As of October 1, 2024, Stafford ended quarterly tree limb pickup. All brush and limb disposal must go through the regular weekly yard waste collection.

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