# HTX Trash and Recycling

> Houston garbage and recycling schedules and collection reminders. (iPhone/iPad app by City of Houston.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htx-trash-and-recycling/id1573043084 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [City of Houston](https://appshunter.io/developer/511043925)
- Category: Reference, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,434 App Store ratings · 92 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 83 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-06-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htx-trash-and-recycling/id1573043084/reviews.md

## What is HTX Trash and Recycling?

Garbage and recycling schedules and reminders for City of Houston. View your garbage and recycling schedule and receive collection notifications all from within this app.

## Key features

- View garbage schedules
- View recycling schedules
- Receive collection notifications
- City of Houston specific

## What do users think of HTX Trash and Recycling?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Helpful reminders and notifications
- 💡 Valuable information on trash/recycling schedules
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 👍 Keeps residents informed about delays

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate information on pickup dates
- 🐛 Delayed or missed pickups not reflected in the app
- 🐛 Blank or unresponsive screens
- 🐛 Notification issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incorrect address detection
- Inconsistent app performance and crashes
- Delayed or missing notifications

**Most requested features**

- Provide more detailed information on recycling and disposal options
- Include holiday pickup schedule changes
- Improve reporting functionality for missed/delayed pickups
- Integrate with 311 system for better issue tracking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 92)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htx-trash-and-recycling/id1573043084/reviews.md

### 1/5 — HTX Dumpster Fire

*2026-05-12, version 2025.9.25*

This app used to be decent.  No more.  The calendar only displays in a list format instead of like an actual calendar grid like it used to.  There is very limited information available about the trash collection schedule.  Where is the search function?  Do better.

### 1/5 — The pick-up service is horrible, 4 wks for recycling to be collected, heavy trash: no dates posted!

*2025-10-28, version 2025.9.25*

This is what our exorbitant property taxes and local sales tax buys us ? Côme on, Houston, you can and should do better! Trash pick-up is a necessity not a luxury. Get it together.

### 1/5 — Stuck on a search bar

*2025-08-01, version 2025.6.24*

I have always found this app to be very helpful, but for about a month it’s been stuck on a search bar when I open it and useless. I tried to report the problem using 311 but that’s pretty much impossible.

### 5/5 — Appreciate the updates.

*2025-06-09*

I appreciate all the hard work during the and after the storms. I hope leaders are listening to your feedback. 
 The illegal dumping in acres homes is frustrating. Paid jobs get dumped on Easter and little your right after you filled an entire truck.   Is there some type of portable cam that can be used. They know how to blur their liscence plates in the process.

### 4/5 — User friendly but delays are vague and not updated

*2025-03-17*

The app is easy to use and has all the information for curbside pickup and drop off locations. Due to budget constraints and driver shortages, the recycle pickups are usually delayed but the actual pickup date is not posted. The green cans sit on the curb sometimes up to a week. The yard waste is shown to be picked up weekly and usually shows “delayed”. My yard waste recycle bag sat on the curb for 4 weeks. Neighbor’s yard waste plastic bags all fell apart before pickup.

### 4/5 — It’s good but.  . .

*2025-03-04, version 2023.8.11*

I find this app very useful, but sometimes the information is not correct

### 5/5 — Glad we have this app

*2025-02-23*

This app has been very helpful in knowing what what garbage and trash,  tree junk will be picked up and where. It’s been very dependable and we look forward for it to continue using it.

### 4/5 — User friendly but not always accurate

*2025-02-20*

I find this app to be easy to navigate and user-friendly, but sometimes the information provided is not correct. We often have days when our recycling truck doesn’t come (usually due to weather or a holiday). They only come every other week so if they miss us one week, they don’t make it up the next week and we wait an additional two weeks before pick-up. The app will sometimes say they are coming when they actually don’t. Otherwise, it’s a great app and has a lot of helpful information.

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2025-02-17*

So far, so good! The app has been helpful. It sends messages of actually when pickup will take place. We’ve had bad weather days and holidays where I tend to get off schedule but this app keeps me informed.

### 5/5 — It works

*2025-02-16, version 2023.8.11*

App works fine, but my trash still gets picked up late lol smh

## Frequently asked questions about HTX Trash and Recycling

### What does the HTX Trash and Recycling app do?

This app provides garbage and recycling schedules specifically for the City of Houston. It allows users to view their collection days and receive important notifications about pick-ups.

### How do I get reminders for my trash and recycling?

The app offers collection notifications directly within the application. Once you have your schedule set up, you will receive alerts for your garbage and recycling pick-up days.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the HTX Trash and Recycling app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for residents of the City of Houston who need an easy way to track their garbage and recycling collection schedules and receive timely reminders.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.6.22 — 2026-07-23

What's New:
- Fixed bugs with Service Request tools
- Improved push notification translations
- Fixed bugs in calendar search
- Fixed issues with logins
- Improved feedback capabilities
- Updated accessibility compliance

### 2025.9.25 — 2025-09-29

- Fixed bugs and UX issues
- Improved Calendar functionality 
- Fixed bugs in the Waste Wizard
- Improved Payment feature functionality 
- Service Request tools updated

### 2025.6.24 — 2025-06-24

- Updated Analytics
- Fixed crashes experienced with certain tools

### 2023.8.11 — 2023-08-12

- Added a multi-step address search to the calendar tool
- Updated Analytics
- Improved accessibility in Voice Over tools
- Fixed crashes experienced with certain tools

### 2022.9.24 — 2022-09-26

- Improved user experience for forms
- Fixed crashes experienced with certain tools
- Refactored latitude/longitude parsing logic
- Fixed reminder and location sharing settings

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