As the summer months inspire home projects and yard cleanups, Westheimer Lakes residents are reminded to take full advantage of the heavy trash collection services provided by Best Trash. With clear guidelines and a few simple best practices, neighbors can keep their community tidy while avoiding common collection day hiccups.

Regular garbage pickup for Westheimer Lakes occurs Wednesdays and Saturdays between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., and residents may place one heavy or bulk item out for collection on each of those days. These items include common household discards such as furniture, mattresses, carpet (up to one room, rolled and under 40 pounds), and appliances.

For items containing Freon—such as refrigerators and freezers—federal regulations require proper drainage. Residents must provide a receipt verifying that the Freon was professionally removed before these items can be collected.

In addition to bulk household items, tree limbs, brush trimmings, and fencing are also accepted if they meet Best Trash’s bundling and sizing requirements. Materials should be:

• Tied into manageable bundles no longer than 4 feet
• Have branches no wider than 3 inches in diameter

This bundling ensures safe and efficient pickup while preventing damage to compacting equipment used by the crews.

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Benefits Beyond the Basics

While routine heavy trash services cover a wide range of common bulk items, residents have access to an enhanced service option through Best Trash for items not covered by the contract.

Here’s how it works:

• Notify Best Trash in advance to schedule a meeting and receive a quote for your extra item(s)
• If no advance notice is given, the crew will leave a courtesy notice on collection day with instructions to contact the office during business hours to arrange a special pickup

This feature gives residents peace of mind when disposing of less common or oversized materials that might otherwise be a hassle to haul off.

Why It Matters

Using the heavy trash service responsibly doesn’t just make your curb cleaner—it also keeps Westheimer Lakes looking great and helps protect equipment and worker safety. Following the rules means pickups go smoothly and neighbors avoid the frustration of items being left behind.

This reminder also helps prevent misunderstandings about what will—and won’t—be taken on regular collection days, giving residents the tools to plan ahead.

Stay Tuned and Stay Informed

For continued updates and neighborhood reminders like this, residents are encouraged to stay connected with My Neighborhood News. From trash schedules to community happenings, staying informed is just one more way to keep Westheimer Lakes a beautiful place to live.

For questions or to schedule a special pickup, contact Best Trash at 281-313-2378 during normal business hours or visit their website at best-trash.com for more details.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.