Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Leesylvania
Trash Day
Collection days vary depending on your HOA or the private refuse hauler contracted for your home, with pickups generally occurring between Monday and Friday.
Recycling
Scheduled directly through your contracted private hauler or HOA, typically picked up once per week.
Yard Waste
Separate yard waste collection is required weekly from March 1 through December 31 by all licensed haulers.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
The county's Annual Solid Waste Fee is billed semi-annually on your real estate tax bill to fund landfill and recycling infrastructure, while curbside trash collection is billed directly by your private service provider.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Prince William County offers tax and solid waste fee relief programs for qualifying low-income seniors (age 65+) and permanently disabled residents.
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Trash)
Place all garbage inside tied plastic bags before depositing them into your hauler-provided cart. Bins should be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection day. Weight limits generally cap at 50 pounds per container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household garbage
- ✓Food wrappers and non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Polystyrene (Styrofoam)
- ✓Double-bagged pet waste
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely inside the recycling cart. Do not put recyclable materials inside plastic garbage bags, as they will be treated as trash or rejected by the material recovery facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1 and #2 only)
- ✓Aluminum and steel food cans
- ✓Mixed paper, mail, and newspaper
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Tanglers (cords, wires, hoses)
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard (greasy pizza boxes)
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste must be kept separate from regular trash. Use paper yard sacks or personal unlined containers clearly labeled 'Yard Waste'. Brush bundles must be tied with twine and cannot exceed 4 feet in length or 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Fallen leaves
- ✓Shrub and bush trimmings
- ✓Small tree branches (under 6 inches in diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by hauler (Usually requires 24-hour advance scheduling)
Placement
Place scheduled bulk items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the approved pickup day. Ensure they do not block sidewalks, mailboxes, or neighborhood roadways.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas, chairs, and indoor furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerant must be removed)
- ✓ Small scrap metal
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and remodeling debris (drywall, concrete)
- ✕ Hazardous waste and wet paint
- ✕ Automotive engines and tires
- ✕ Large tree stumps
Private haulers may charge a separate fee for curbside bulk removal. However, Prince William County residents can drop off residential bulk items at the County Landfill for no additional fee, as it is covered by property taxes.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because Leesylvania relies on private collection companies, holiday schedules are determined by your specific hauler. Typically, if a major holiday falls on a weekday, service shifts forward by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
County-wide yard waste collection goes on hiatus at the end of December and does not resume until March 1st.
Always check your specific HOA portal or private hauler's official website for weather-related delays and specific holiday route shifts.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Autumn
March to DecemberThe mandatory separate yard waste collection season runs continuously from March 1 to December 31. Your private hauler is required by county law to run a separate truck specifically for your organic debris.
Winter
JanuaryReal Christmas trees are collected as part of the county-wide yard waste program during the first two weeks of January. You must strip the tree of all lights, tinsel, stands, and ornaments before placing it at the curb.
Year-Round
January to DecemberIf you miss your private hauler's pickup or have overflow household waste, residents can utilize the county's Saturday collection sites at Evergreen Fire Station or Nokesville Elementary.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cash Around Leesylvania!
While Leesylvania might not have its own dedicated bottle redemption center, the great news is that Virginia as a whole has a fantastic program for earning a little back on those soda and water bottles. Keep an eye out for redemption centers in larger nearby towns or even grocery stores that participate in the state's refund program. You can often find these spots by doing a quick search for "Virginia bottle redemption" when you're planning a trip to the store. It's a simple way to make your recycling efforts pay off!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Our Neighborhood
Got furniture or clothes that are still good but you don't need? Instead of tossing them, consider donating them to places that can really use them! In the Prince William County area, there are often fantastic options like Goodwill or Habitat for Humanity ReStores. These organizations help fund local programs and give items a new home. Think about dropping off those extra blankets or that chair you no longer use. It's a win-win for everyone!
Keeping Our Leesylvania Streets Litter-Free Together
Nobody likes seeing trash dumped where it shouldn't be. If you ever spot illegal dumping in or around Leesylvania, the best thing to do is report it to Prince William County's Code Administration. They have resources and crews to help clean up these messes and investigate. Sometimes, there are also community clean-up days organized by local groups or the county. Keep an ear out for those announcements – it’s a great way to pitch in and make our community look its best!
Drop-off Facilities
Prince William County Landfill
14811 Dumfries Road, Manassas, VA 20112
Materials Accepted
Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Government Building (Purple Glass Drop-off)
15941 Donald Curtis Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Materials Accepted
Balls Ford Road Compost Facility
13000 Balls Ford Road, Manassas, VA 20109
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Prince William County provide trash bins for Leesylvania residents?
No. Prince William County does not provide municipal trash collection or bins for Leesylvania. Residents must either hire a private refuse hauler (like Patriot Disposal or American Disposal) or use the hauler contracted by their Homeowner Association.
Can I use plastic bags to dispose of my leaves and yard waste?
No. A strict Prince William County ordinance prohibits the use of plastic bags for yard waste. You must place your leaves, grass clippings, and twigs in compostable paper yard bags or an unlined, rigid personal container clearly labeled 'Yard Waste'.
Where should I throw away glass bottles since I can't put them in the curbside bin?
Glass bottles and jars must be dropped off at designated 'Purple Can Club' dumpsters around the county. For Leesylvania residents, the closest drop-off location is typically the Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Government Building in Woodbridge.
How can I dispose of an old couch or television in Leesylvania?
You have two options: call your private hauler to schedule a special bulk pickup (which may incur an additional fee), or transport the items yourself to the Prince William County Landfill in Manassas, which accepts residential bulk and e-waste at no extra cost for county residents.