Katy vs Stafford
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Katy, TX and Stafford, TX?
Katy and Stafford have similar restriction levels.
Katy, TX
Fort Bend County
The City of Katy contracts with Texas Pride Disposal for residential trash and recycling collection, with set-out times, container standards, and routes governed by city ordinance.
View full Katy 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 | Katy | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Set out by | 7:00 a.m. | - |
| Hauler | Texas Pride Disposal | GFL Environmental |
| Container limit | 55 gallons unpermitted | - |
| Code section | Article 13.02 | - |
| Code Chapter | - | Chapter 74 Solid Waste |
| Collection Frequency | - | Twice weekly |
| Routes | - | Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri |
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Katy FAQ
What time do I need to put my trash out in Katy?
Carts should be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Texas Pride Disposal services Katy on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday routes depending on your address.
Who provides trash service in the City of Katy?
Texas Pride Disposal is the city's contracted hauler for residential garbage and recycling. Billing and service questions are handled directly by Texas Pride for Katy residents.
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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