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North Richland Hills, TX Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Schedule
Regular trash day
Volume Limit
4 cubic yards
Brush
4-foot bundles, 40 lbs
Freon Appliances
Freon removed first
Hazardous Waste
County events only

Summary

NRH residents receive scheduled bulk trash and brush pickup through Republic Services. Items such as furniture, appliances, and yard debris are picked up on designated days, with size and quantity limits and restrictions on hazardous materials.

Sec. 365.012. ILLEGAL DUMPING; DISCARDING LIGHTED MATERIALS; CRIMINAL PENALTIES. (a) A person commits an offense if the person disposes or allows or permits the disposal of litter or other solid waste at a place that is not an approved solid waste site, including a place on or within 300 feet of a public highway, on a right-of-way, on other public or private property, or into inland or coastal water of the state.(a-1) A person commits an offense if:(1) the person discards lighted litter, including a match, cigarette, or cigar, onto open-space land, a private road or the right-of-way of a private road, a public highway or other public road or the right-of-way of a public highway or other public road, or a railroad right-of-way; and(2) a fire is ignited as a result of the conduct

Full Breakdown

Bulk trash pickup in North Richland Hills is handled by Republic Services under the city contract. Residents can set out bulk items on their regular trash day up to defined quantity and size limits (typically 4 cubic yards, or roughly the size of a small pickup bed). Common acceptable items include furniture (couches, chairs, mattresses, tables), carpet (cut into 4-foot sections and bundled), large household items, white goods (refrigerators, washers, dryers with refrigerant properly evacuated by a certified technician for Freon appliances), and bundled yard debris.

112), household hazardous waste (paint, solvents, pesticides, used oil, batteries), construction debris from contractor work (must be handled separately), medical waste, and concrete or brick. NRH participates in regional household hazardous waste events through Tarrant County and Environment Texas. Electronics recycling is handled at specific drop-off events. Construction debris from DIY projects in small quantities may be accepted bundled, but larger quantities require a dumpster rental. Tree limbs must be cut to 4-foot lengths, bundled with twine, and weigh under 40 pounds.

Violations & Fines

Setting out prohibited items (tires, HHW, large construction debris) is a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to 500 dollars. Items may be left uncollected with a tag.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I dispose of a mattress in NRH?
Set the mattress at the curb on your regular trash day as part of bulk pickup. It is helpful to cover it in plastic to prevent bed bug concerns and weather damage.
Where can I take hazardous household waste in NRH?
Use Tarrant County's Household Chemical Collection events or permanent facility in Fort Worth. NRH also promotes these events through the city website. Do not put paint or chemicals in your trash cart.

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