Recycling
What can be recycled?
Here is a list of all the items that Best Trash accepts for recycling. All recycled items should be dry, empty, clean and loose.
Paper
Newspapers and inserts, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, envelopes, file folders, white and colored office or computer paper, corrugated cardboard, cereal and gift boxes, paper bags, phone books, wrapping paper, milk cartons, juice cartons, wax-coated boxes, cardboard boxes
Metal
aluminum cans, aluminum foil, aluminum foil plates and serving containers, metal food cans and can lids, pots and pans
Glass
Clear and Colored
Plastic
Plastic bottles, jars, tubs and buckets (such as soda, water, milk, juice, liquor, shampoo, detergent, condiments, salad dressing, yogurt, margarine, pet food, etc)
How do I use my recycling bin?
In order to provide the most environmentally responsible service, Best Trash provides each residence with one recycling bin or cart. Place your recyclable items within the provided recycling bin. Please remove caps, liquids and food products from inside the containers. If items exceed container capacity, please place them adjacent to bin well marked as recycling. Please only use the recycle bins for recyclable materials, not as an extra trash container.
What if I have more recycling than will fit in my recycling container?
We are happy to collect your additional recycling material. Please place the additional recycling in a paper bag, box or container not smaller than 30 gallons and not larger than 50 gallons clearly labeled “RECYCLE” next to your regular recycling container.
How do I get rid of my moving boxes?
We are happy to collect your moving boxes next to the recycle container. It recommended to condense the boxes into each other to make it more manageable for collection. You can also flatten the boxes and place them next to the recycle container for collection as well. Please limit the boxes to no more than 20 per recycle collection day. Please have your moving boxes out for collection on your recycle day prior to 7am.
Why were there items left in my recycling bin after pick up?
If items are left in your bin, it means they are not recyclable. Please dispose of these items in your trash container for the next scheduled pick up.
What is not accepted for recycle?
Tree Branches, grass, leaves and foliage are not accepted for recycle. Clothes and wire hangers are not accepted for recycle. Mirrors, windows, light bulbs are not accepted for recycle. Batteries are not recyclable, they can be taken to Batteries Plus locations. Paint and solvent materials and containers are not recyclable.
What should I do if if my Best Trash recycling cart or bin was lost or stolen?
If your 18-gallon recycle bin is lost or stolen, there is a replacement cost of $20.00.
If your black 48-gallon or green 64-gallon recycle cart is lost or stolen, there is a replacement cost of $85.00. To purchase a replacement container, please call 281-313-2378.
Please Note: Not all subdivisions have recycling available.
CYPRESS FOREST PUD RESIDENTS ONLY:
We provide garage door service for your recycle. The recycle carts must be visible from the street. All recyclabes must be contained within the cart. Any items that do not fit in the cart must be placed at the curb for collection, clearly marked for recycling, in containers or clear bags.
BEST TRASH PERSONNEL WILL NOT GO BEHIND ANY GATES OR FENCES TO COLLECT ITEMS.
Please make sure everything is out by 7 am.
