Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Ashburn
Virginia curbside collection runs weekly from Monday through Friday. Your exact pickup day depends on your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Virginia DEQ regulations strictly prohibit lead-acid batteries, motor oil, and whole waste tires in curbside bins.
Varies by hauler (often Black or Green) Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged before placement in your designated cart to prevent windblown litter. Carts should be placed at the curb the night before or by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged pet waste
Varies by hauler (often Blue with recycling logo) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be empty, clean, and dry. Do NOT bag your recyclables in plastic garbage bags; place items loosely inside the container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard (flattened)
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, jars, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled paper and pizza boxes
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wire)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is typically collected once a week from March through December. It must be in paper yard bags or clearly labeled personal containers. No plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and brush (bundled)
- ✓Plant trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand (must be scheduled)
Placement
Bulk items must be placed safely at the curb on the designated collection morning, ensuring they do not block sidewalks, mailboxes, or street parking.
Accepted
- ✓ Indoor household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large unbundled brush (by special request)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste and wet paint
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, and soil
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
Bulk pickups almost always incur an additional fee, which varies by hauler and HOA contract (e.g., often around $85 per large item).
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Most private haulers observe major federal holidays. If your regular trash collection day falls on or after a holiday, service is typically pushed back by one day for the rest of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
The Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility is closed on major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Because Ashburn utilizes private haulers, exact holiday schedules can vary by HOA or subscription. Always verify directly with your specific waste management provider.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Drop Glass at the Purple Bins
Glass is no longer accepted in your curbside recycling bin anywhere in Loudoun County. Keep glass jars and bottles out of your blue cart and take them to a localized Purple Glass Recycling Container instead.
Keep Plastic Bags Out
Plastic shopping bags and trash bags are the number one contaminant at the sorting facility, tangling around automated gears. Drop off clean plastic grocery bags at local supermarkets instead.
Don't Bag Your Recyclables
Never throw your recyclables into the curbside cart bundled inside a plastic garbage bag. Sorters will not open these bags due to safety hazards, meaning your good recyclables will end up in the landfill.
Seasonal Information
Spring
MarchWeekly yard waste collection officially resumes in March. Ensure you use paper lawn bags or labeled rigid containers, as private haulers will reject any grass or leaves placed in plastic.
Winter
January to FebruaryDedicated yard waste collection is suspended during January and February. During these cold months, small amounts of yard debris must be placed in your regular household trash cart.
Autumn
November to DecemberDuring peak leaf season, many HOAs enforce a 10-bag limit per household per collection day. Consider mulching leaves into your lawn to naturally fertilize the soil and save on paper bags.
About Ashburn Waste Management
Navigating Privatized Trash Collection in Ashburn
Because Ashburn is an unincorporated community within Loudoun County, there is no centralized municipal trash fleet. Most residents receive their curbside refuse and recycling services through their Homeowners Association (HOA), such as the Ashburn Village Community Association (AVCA) or Broadlands HOA, which commonly contract with major haulers like Republic Services. Homeowners not belonging to a serviced HOA must set up private subscription services directly with independent waste management companies operating in Loudoun County.
The Loudoun County Purple Bin Glass Initiative
Loudoun County has removed glass from its single-stream curbside recycling programs. When glass shatters inside collection trucks, it heavily contaminates clean cardboard and paper bales. Instead, Ashburn residents are urged to collect their empty glass bottles and jars and drop them off at designated Purple Glass Recycling Containers. These signature purple bins are strategically located at local recycling centers, including the nearby Sterling Park Recycling Center.
Strict Rules for Seasonal Yard Waste
To support local composting efforts, Loudoun County strictly prohibits the use of plastic bags for yard debris. Between the beginning of March and the end of December, residents must separate their grass clippings, leaves, and twigs from standard household garbage. All organic yard waste must be placed in compostable paper lawn bags or personal rigid containers that are prominently labeled 'Yard Waste'. Bundled brush is also accepted if securely tied and cut to four feet or less.
Disposing of Extra Junk at the Local Landfill
When home cleanouts or landscaping projects generate more waste than your curbside totes can handle, Ashburn residents can utilize the Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility (Landfill) on Evergreen Mills Road in Leesburg. Open Monday through Saturday, the facility accepts everything from standard household garbage and bulk appliances to hazardous waste and scrap tires. Note that while standard recycling drop-off is free, bulk disposal often incurs a weight-based fee.
Drop-off Facilities
Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility (Landfill)
21101 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, VA 20175
Materials Accepted
Sterling Park Recycling Center
400 W Laurel Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who picks up the trash in Ashburn, VA?
Ashburn is an unincorporated area, so Loudoun County does not provide centralized curbside pickup. Trash is collected by private companies (like Republic Services or Patriot Disposal). Most residents have these services coordinated and billed through their local Homeowners Association (HOA).
Can I put glass in my curbside recycling bin in Ashburn?
No. Loudoun County has banned glass from curbside recycling bins. Instead, residents should drop off clean, empty glass bottles and jars at the designated Purple Glass Recycling Containers located throughout the county.
How do I dispose of yard waste?
From March through December, yard waste is collected weekly. You must place leaves, grass clippings, and twigs in compostable paper lawn bags or personal rigid containers labeled 'Yard Waste'. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited and will be rejected at the curb.
Where can I drop off hazardous waste like paint or oil?
Household hazardous waste cannot be thrown in your regular trash. Ashburn residents should take hazardous items, including wet paint, motor oil, and automotive batteries, to the Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility in Leesburg.