Virginia Beach Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 6 items per collection. Bulky and large items too big for the black trash cart may be collected curbside by appointment. Requests must be scheduled at least three business days prior to your collection day online via VB311 or by calling 757-385-4650.
Virginia Beach bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Bulky and large items too big for the black trash cart may be collected curbside by appointment. Requests must be scheduled at least three business days prior to your collection day online via VB311 or by calling 757-385-4650. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 6 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture, Appliances |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 757-385-4650 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
AcceptedTables, chairs, couches, dressers, and disassembled bed frames are accepted. Outdoor patio furniture must have glass removed.
Appliances
AcceptedRefrigerators and freezers must have doors and shelves removed; indicate if freon has been removed when scheduling.
Construction debris
Not acceptedConcrete, dirt, rocks, bricks, roofing shingles, and contractor waste are not eligible for curbside collection.
How to throw away a mattress in Virginia Beach
Follow the listed bulk rule: Bulky and large items too big for the black trash cart may be collected curbside by appointment. Requests must be scheduled at least three business days prior to your collection day online via VB311 or by calling 757-385-4650.
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: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.
Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach.
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.
Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach City County.
📍 1989 Jake Sears Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Full-service municipal disposal center accepting household trash, yard waste, bulky goods, clean rock/dirt, and white goods. Open Tuesday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
📍 1989 Jake Sears Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Safe disposal facility for hazardous residential chemicals, automotive fluids, pesticides, paints, and rechargeable batteries. Located inside the Landfill & Resource Recovery Center.
📍 2500 West Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Public drop-off depot for residential recyclables, cardboard, paper, glass, cans, and plastic containers. Open Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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 Virginia Beach 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.
Virginia Beach Landfill and Resource Recovery Center
1989 Jake Sears Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Full-service municipal disposal center accepting household trash, yard waste, bulky goods, clean rock/dirt, and white goods. Open Tuesday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Virginia Beach Household Hazardous Waste Facility
1989 Jake Sears Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Safe disposal facility for hazardous residential chemicals, automotive fluids, pesticides, paints, and rechargeable batteries. Located inside the Landfill & Resource Recovery Center.
West Neck Recycling Center
2500 West Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Public drop-off depot for residential recyclables, cardboard, paper, glass, cans, and plastic containers. Open Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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 Virginia Beach Department of Public Works (Waste Management Division) · municipal dpw
Phone: 757-385-4650
3024 Holland RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23453
These collection rules cover Zone City of Virginia Beach Curbside Service Area.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Virginia Beach, VA?
Listed trash collection days are Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Black trash carts should be placed curbside between 5 p.m. the day prior to your scheduled collection day and 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Return carts from the curb by the end of your collection day.. These rules apply to Zone City of Virginia Beach Curbside Service Area.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Virginia Beach?
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: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Virginia Beach Curbside Service Area.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Virginia Beach?
Bulky and large items too big for the black trash cart may be collected curbside by appointment. Requests must be scheduled at least three business days prior to your collection day online via VB311 or by calling 757-385-4650. The listed limit is 6 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 757-385-4650 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Virginia Beach Curbside Service Area.
What items are accepted for recycling in Virginia Beach?
The listed accepted materials are Office paper, newspapers, magazines, phonebooks, junk mail, and paper bags (flattened), Corrugated cardboard and chipboard cereal/cracker boxes (unwaxed, clean, dry, and flattened), Plastic bottles and jugs with a neck or spout (empty and clean, #1 through #7), Milk, juice, soup, and broth cartons (empty, no plastic straws), Glass bottles and jars (food and beverage containers, rinsed clean). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic film wrap (never bag recyclables; keep all items loose in the cart), Rechargeable batteries (Lithium-Ion, Ni-Cd) and rechargeable electronics, Propane tanks and fuel canisters, Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam cups, plates, or packing peanuts), Household garbage, yard debris, automotive components, and hazardous liquids. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Virginia Beach Curbside Service Area.