Katy vs Missouri City
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Katy, TX and Missouri City, TX?
Katy has fewer restrictions than Missouri City.
Katy, TX
Fort Bend County
Katy residents receive weekly bulk pickup of up to three bulky items plus quarterly Super Heavy Trash collection, with strict limits on prohibited materials.
View full Katy rules →Missouri City, TX
Fort Bend County
Missouri City collects bulk items and yard waste weekly on the recycling day, with brush bundled to four-foot lengths under forty pounds and items set out no earlier than the prior evening.
View full Missouri City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Katy | Missouri City |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly bulk limit | 3 items | - |
| Quarterly limit | 6 cubic yards | - |
| Construction debris | Not accepted | - |
| Hauler | Texas Pride Disposal | - |
| Frequency | - | Weekly |
| Brush Limit | - | 4 ft, 40 lbs |
| Earliest Set-out | - | Day before |
| Code Chapter | - | Chapter 82 |
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Katy FAQ
How do I get rid of an old couch in Katy?
Place it at the curb next to your trash cart on your regular collection day. Texas Pride collects up to three bulky items per household per week as part of normal residential service.
Does Katy pick up construction debris?
No. Dirt, rocks, bricks, concrete, tires, pallets, and construction debris are excluded from both weekly bulk and Super Heavy Trash service. Residents must arrange separate disposal for these materials.
Missouri City FAQ
When can I put bulk items out for pickup?
Bulk and yard waste are picked up weekly on your recycling day. Set items out no earlier than the evening before and have them at the curb by 7 a.m. on collection day.
How should I bundle tree branches?
Branches must be tied in bundles no longer than four feet and no heavier than forty pounds each. Loose piles will not be collected by the curbside crew.
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