Newport News Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 5 items per collection. Bulk waste is generally collected on the same week and day of the 64-gallon cart recycling collection. White goods and appliances require an advance phone appointment by calling 757-933-2311.
Newport News bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Bulk waste is generally collected on the same week and day of the 64-gallon cart recycling collection. White goods and appliances require an advance phone appointment by calling 757-933-2311. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 5 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 757-933-2311 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Newport News
Follow the listed bulk rule: Bulk waste is generally collected on the same week and day of the 64-gallon cart recycling collection. White goods and appliances require an advance phone appointment by calling 757-933-2311.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: Not required under the listed rules. Household appliances (white goods) like refrigerators, washing machines, or dryers require a scheduled appointment for collection by calling 757-933-2311. Pickups occur on Wednesdays.
Newport News Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Newport News.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Newport News Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Newport News city County.
📍 520 Atkinson Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608
Available to Newport News residents who pay the Solid Waste User Fee for additional drop-off of bulk refuse, vegetative yard trimmings, and recyclable items.
📍 513 Oyster Point Road, Newport News, VA 23602
Administrative offices for the Solid Waste Division providing resident support, cart replacement coordination, and general collection route inquiries.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Newport News city County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Recovery Operations Center (ROC)
520 Atkinson Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608
Available to Newport News residents who pay the Solid Waste User Fee for additional drop-off of bulk refuse, vegetative yard trimmings, and recyclable items.
Public Works Solid Waste Headquarters
513 Oyster Point Road, Newport News, VA 23602
Administrative offices for the Solid Waste Division providing resident support, cart replacement coordination, and general collection route inquiries.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Newport News Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division · municipal dpw
Phone: 757-933-2311
513 Oyster Point RoadNewport News, VA 23602
These collection rules cover Zone Newport News Curbside Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Newport News, VA?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday. Set containers out Containers must be on the street adjoining your property by 7 AM on your day of collection. Containers may be set out after 3 PM the day before the scheduled collection, and it must be removed by midnight the day of collection.. These rules apply to Zone Newport News Curbside Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Newport News?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Newport News Curbside Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Newport News?
Bulk waste is generally collected on the same week and day of the 64-gallon cart recycling collection. White goods and appliances require an advance phone appointment by calling 757-933-2311. The listed limit is 5 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 757-933-2311 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Newport News Curbside Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Newport News?
The listed accepted materials are Aluminum and steel beverage and food cans (emptied and rinsed), Plastic bottles, jugs, and jars with lids attached (emptied and rinsed), Glass bottles and jars (emptied and rinsed), Paperboard food and pantry boxes (cereal boxes, snack boxes, file folders), Corrugated cardboard boxes (flattened to 3 feet by 3 feet maximum), Paper, magazines, office paper, newspaper, junk mail, and paper bags, Clean aluminum foil pans and pie baking tins. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic film wrap, Plastics other than bottles, jugs, and jars (toys, storage bins, furniture), Styrofoam packaging, cups, or peanuts, Household paper such as tissues, paper towels, and paper plates, Yard waste and grass clippings, Clothing, shoes, fabric, leather, vinyl, or carpeting, Wire or plastic clothes hangers, Electronics, batteries, and appliances, Window panes, ceramics, vases, and glassware, Scrap metal, automotive pipes, and oil containers. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Newport News Curbside Collection Routes.