Republic Services Trash Cart Conversion FAQ
Republic Services will be converting area customers to a standardized cart service between now and May 1, 2026. All City of Aledo residents will be required to use Republic Services’ carts for trash and recycling. Below is a list of common questions and answers we received from Republic Services. For any additional questions, please contact Republic Services directly at [email protected].
BILLING & RATES
Will customer rates increase as a result of the trash cart rollout? If yes, how much and when will the increase take effect?
Yes, rates will increase with a new total monthly charge of $23.21. Goes into effect 5/1/2026.
Is the trash cart included in the monthly rate, or is it an additional fee?
Yes, the one trash cart fee is included in the total $23.21 monthly charge.
Will there be different rates for different cart sizes?
No, all carts are the same size, with a capacity of 95 gallons.
Will residents be charged for replacing a lost or damaged cart?
No.
TRASH CART DELIVERY & OPTIONS
Do residents need to request a trash cart if they do not already have one, or will carts be delivered automatically?
No, Republic Services is coordinating with the City's Utility Services Department to identify addresses that do and do not have carts. If you would like to confirm your new cart, please email [email protected].
If a resident already has a Republic-issued trash cart, will they keep their existing cart or receive a new one?
They will keep their existing cart. They will be provided information in the mailer in March on how to obtain a new cart if the cart they have is damaged.
Are residents limited to one cart, or can they request additional carts?
Residents can request additional carts.
If additional carts are allowed, is there an extra charge?
Additional carts are $6.50 per cart per month.
Can residents opt out of receiving a cart if they are currently using their own container?
All bagged trash must be in a Republic Services cart.
What size trash cart will be provided as the standard option? Are there multiple size options for carts?
All carts have a capacity of 95 gallons.
When exactly will carts be delivered if residents are getting a new one?
Carts will be delivered during the last two weeks of April.
What happens if a resident does not receive a cart?
If a resident has not received a cart, they can reach out to Republic Services starting May 1 by emailing [email protected].
BULK & SPECIAL PICKUP
Will bulk pickup be offered under the new cart system?
Yes, up to two cubic yards per collection day. All brush must be cut, tied, and bundled.
If so, how will bulk pickup be scheduled?
On normal service days.
If bulk pickup is no longer available, will there be a drop-off location for large items?
N/A.
Are there size or weight limits for bulk items?
Bulk items should be 50 pounds or less.
Will tree limbs, brush, and yard debris still be collected?
As long as it is cut, tied, and bundled. Cut to 4 feet, tied for easy removal, bundled no heavier than 50 pounds.
COLLECTION RULES & LIMITS
Will trash pickup days or routes change when new carts arrive?
No.
Will residents still be allowed to place bagged trash outside the cart, or will all trash be required to fit inside the cart?
All bagged trash is required to be inside the Republic Services cart.
Will there be any limits on the amount of trash that can be collected each week?
All bagged trash must be in the Republic Services cart. Bulk items and bundled brush will be collected on service days and limited to two cubic yards.
What happens if the cart lid will not close?
It must close to contain trash during the automated arm's lift to prevent spillage.
What happens if trash is placed out in non-approved containers?
It will not be collected.
What time should carts be placed at the curb on collection day?
7:00 a.m.
How should the cart be placed at the curb (distance from street, cars, mailboxes, etc.)?
Refer to diagram below.
For additional information, please email: [email protected].