Fulshear vs Stafford
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Fulshear, TX and Stafford, TX?
Fulshear and Stafford have similar restriction levels.
Fulshear, TX
Fort Bend County
Fulshear Ordinance 2023-1409 requires every utility customer to pay for solid waste service through GFL Environmental, with weekly Wednesday collection between 7 AM and 7 PM.
View full Fulshear rules →Stafford, TX
Fort Bend County
Stafford provides twice-weekly residential garbage collection through GFL Environmental on either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday routes, with recycling and yard waste collected once weekly on the second pickup day.
View full Stafford rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fulshear | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinance | 2023-1409 | - |
| Pickup Day | Wednesday 7 AM - 7 PM | - |
| Provider | GFL Environmental | - |
| Service Status | Mandatory for all customers | - |
| Code Chapter | - | Chapter 74 Solid Waste |
| Collection Frequency | - | Twice weekly |
| Routes | - | Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri |
| Hauler | - | GFL Environmental |
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Fulshear FAQ
Can I opt out of Fulshear trash service?
No. Ordinance 2023-1409 requires every Fulshear utility customer to pay for solid waste service whether you use it or not. The fee appears on your monthly utility bill.
When is trash collected in Fulshear?
Trash and recycling are picked up every Wednesday between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Carts must be at the curb by 7 AM to guarantee service.
Stafford FAQ
What day is my Stafford trash pickup?
Pickup is either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday based on address. Use the City of Stafford interactive GIS map or call GFL at 281-368-8397 to confirm your route.
When does recycling get collected in Stafford?
Recycling and yard or brush waste are picked up once per week, on the second of your two solid waste collection days.
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