Most people assume carpet goes out with the regular bulky pickup, same as an old sofa or lawn mower. It does not. Longview treats carpet as a fee item, separate from the four free bulky collections your address gets each year. Most people find this out after they've already rolled it up and dragged it to the curb.
Here's exactly what you need to know before making the trip — or the call.
Why Carpet Disposal Has an Extra Step in Longview
Old carpet is heavy, bulky, and landfill-intensive. The City of Longview groups it alongside demolition waste, mattresses, and large appliances — items that cost more to process. That's why it sits in its own fee category on the city's official bulky item list, separate from furniture and yard debris which are collected at no additional charge.
There's no dedicated carpet recycling facility in Longview. Your options are city pickup, the landfill, or a private hauler. Pick the one that fits your situation.
Prep First: Roll It and Cut It Down
Before you call or haul, prep the carpet. Roll it tightly and secure with tape or twine. If you're going the city pickup route or hauling to Pine Hill, cutting long runs into manageable sections makes loading and placement easier. The city's 8 cubic yard per pickup limit is roughly two small pickup truck loads, so if you're clearing out a whole house's worth, plan accordingly or budget for extra loads.
Remove the tack strips separately if you can. They're sharp, and whoever handles the load will thank you.
City Bulky Item Pickup
The City of Longview Sanitation Department handles bulky item collection for all residential customers on a City water bill. Scheduling is done one of two ways: call 903-237-1250 Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, or use the CitySend app.
Carpet is on the accepted list, but it does carry an additional fee. The exact amount is not published on the city's website — call 903-237-1250 to confirm current pricing before you schedule. Once the pickup is confirmed, place the rolled carpet parallel to the road for collection. Do not block the sidewalk or mailbox.
The 8 cubic yard limit per pickup applies here too. If you're disposing of carpet from multiple rooms, call ahead and ask whether it'll all count as one pickup or require separate scheduling.
Pine Hill Landfill: Drop It Yourself
If you'd rather handle it on your own schedule, Pine Hill Landfill is the local option. It sits near Hwy 31 and FM 1252, south of Longview, and is operated by Republic Services.
| Facility | Location | Phone | Hours | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Hill Landfill | Near Hwy 31 & FM 1252, south of Longview | 800-678-7274 | Mon-Thu 7am-5pm, Fri 7am-4pm, Sat 8am-11am | Fee applies; resident discount available — call to confirm amount |
Longview residents with city sanitation service are eligible for a discount at Pine Hill. The exact discount amount is not published — contact Republic Services at 800-678-7274 to confirm before you load up the truck. Texas law requires all loads to be tarped when transporting to prevent spillage on highways.
Carpet has no special restriction at Pine Hill. It goes in as general waste. Note: tires (unless shredded), lead acid batteries, and appliances with refrigerants have their own rules there, but plain carpet does not.
Longview Rules at a Glance
- Carpet IS accepted for city bulky item pickup — additional fee applies (call 903-237-1250 to confirm amount)
- Carpet is NOT part of the 4 free annual bulky pickups — it is in the fee-based category
- 8 cubic yard limit per bulky pickup (~2 small pickup truck loads)
- Place items parallel to the road for collection
- Pine Hill Landfill accepts carpet — resident discount available, call ahead for current rate
- Loads must be tarped when transporting to landfill under Texas law
- No dedicated carpet recycling drop-off in Longview as of June 2026
Other Options: Junk Haulers and Reuse
Private junk haulers will come to you, load the carpet, and handle disposal. Pro Junk Dispatch operates in Longview at (903) 759-1265, Monday through Saturday 6:30am to 3:30pm, and specifically lists carpet removal as a service. This is the move if you've got multiple rooms, are mid-renovation, or just don't want to deal with tarps and landfill lines. Pricing is not listed online — call for a quote.
Donation is only worth considering if the carpet is in genuinely good shape — clean, no major stains, no mold. Habitat for Humanity ReStore locations occasionally accept flooring materials, but call ahead before loading it up. Most used carpet gets turned away.
Facebook Marketplace or Nextdoor as a free giveaway occasionally works for carpet remnants or area rugs. Full room pulls from a renovation rarely find takers, but it costs nothing to post.
Common Mistakes
Putting it out without scheduling. Longview bulky pickup is by appointment only. Carpet sitting at the curb without a scheduled pickup will not be collected, and you may get a notice for improper disposal.
Assuming it's part of the free service. Furniture, mowers, and yard debris get the free pickup. Carpet, mattresses, and appliances do not. Budget for the fee before you call.
Showing up at Pine Hill on Saturday afternoon. Saturday hours close at 11am. That's not a typo. If you're making the landfill trip on a weekend, get there early.
Not tarping the load. Texas law requires it when hauling to the landfill. A loose carpet roll shifting at highway speed is also a real hazard.
Tex's Take
Bulky pickup is the right call for most people — you schedule it, roll the carpet to the curb, and the city handles the rest. The fee is a minor inconvenience, not a dealbreaker. What trips people up is not knowing about it in advance. Nothing worse than dragging a 200-pound carpet roll to the curb and getting a non-collection notice the next morning because you skipped the phone call.
If you're mid-renovation and pulling carpet out of three or four rooms at once, the math shifts toward a private hauler or a single Pine Hill run. Loading it yourself means controlling the timeline instead of waiting on a scheduled pickup window. Saturday landfill hours close at 11am. That's the one thing y'all consistently miss.
FAQ
Can I put old carpet in my regular trash cart in Longview?
No. Carpet won't fit in a standard 95-gallon cart and is not accepted in regular curbside trash collection. It must go through city bulky item pickup (by appointment, with a fee), a landfill trip to Pine Hill, or a private hauler.
How much does bulky item pickup cost for carpet in Longview?
The exact fee is not published on the city's official page. Call Longview Sanitation at 903-237-1250 Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, to get the current charge before scheduling.
Can I take carpet to Pine Hill Landfill myself?
Yes. Pine Hill Landfill, located near Hwy 31 and FM 1252 south of Longview, accepts carpet as general waste. City residents with sanitation service qualify for a discount — call Republic Services at 800-678-7274 to confirm the current rate. Hours are Monday through Thursday 7am-5pm, Friday 7am-4pm, and Saturday 8am-11am. All loads must be tarped.
Is there a carpet recycling drop-off in Longview?
No dedicated carpet recycling facility was found in Longview as of June 2026. Carpet is not accepted in the city's standard curbside recycling program. The landfill or bulky pickup are the practical options for most residents.
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Longview?
Call Longview Sanitation at 903-237-1250, Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. You can also use the CitySend app to submit a bulky item collection request. Pickup is by appointment — items left at the curb without a scheduled pickup will not be collected.
Data last verified June 2026 against official City of Longview solid waste sources at longviewtexas.gov. Hours, fees, and accepted items can change without notice. Call ahead before making a trip.
Bottom Line
Getting rid of old carpet in Longview takes one phone call or one landfill run — neither is complicated. The part that catches people is the fee on bulky pickup and Saturday's 11am cutoff at Pine Hill. Everything else is straightforward.
Call 903-237-1250 before you load anything. Confirm the fee, confirm the schedule, and get it done.
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