Does the city of San Antonio pick up Christmas trees?

The city of San Antonio does provide Christmas tree pickup services for residents who are Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) customers. This service is part of the bi-annual brush curbside collection that takes place across the city.

If you are a SWMD customer, you can take advantage of this Christmas tree pickup service. To identify if you are a SWMD customer, look for the SWMD logo on your bins or on the truck that visits your home. This logo indicates that you are eligible for the tree pickup service.

During the designated pickup period, which typically occurs after the holiday season, the city will collect and dispose of Christmas trees in select zip codes. It is important to note that this service is only available for SWMD customers, so if you are not a customer, you may need to explore other options for tree disposal.

I personally find this service to be quite convenient as it eliminates the hassle of finding alternative ways to dispose of the Christmas tree. In the past, I have had to make arrangements to drop off the tree at a recycling center or wait for a special collection day in my neighborhood. However, with the city’s Christmas tree pickup service, I can simply leave the tree by the curb and it will be taken care of by the SWMD.

To ensure that your Christmas tree is picked up, it is important to follow a few guidelines. First, make sure to remove all decorations, lights, and tinsel from the tree. These items are not recyclable and can cause issues during the disposal process. Additionally, if your tree is taller than six feet, it is recommended to cut it into smaller pieces to facilitate collection.

If you are unsure about the specific dates or zip codes included in the Christmas tree pickup service, I recommend checking the city’s official website or contacting the SWMD directly. They will be able to provide you with the most up-to-date information regarding this service.

The city of San Antonio does provide Christmas tree pickup services for SWMD customers. This bi-annual brush curbside collection includes the collection and disposal of Christmas trees in select zip codes. As a SWMD customer, you can take advantage of this convenient service, ensuring that your Christmas tree is properly disposed of after the holiday season.

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Caroline Bates

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