Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Meadowbrook
Trash Day
Curbside trash pickup is not provided directly by Chesterfield County. Residents contract individually with private haulers (such as Choice Waste, Zan's Refuse, GFL, or Republic Services) on weekdays, or self-haul household trash to the Northern or Southern Area Convenience Centers.
Recycling
Curbside recycling is arranged through private subscription haulers, or residents can drop off recyclables for free at Chesterfield County convenience centers and county park recycling stations.
Yard Waste
Yard waste pickup is arranged through private hauling services or can be self-hauled to county convenience centers.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
County utility bills cover water and wastewater services only; residential trash collection is billed separately by your chosen private hauler.
Billing Cycle
Bimonthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person, 24/7 Payment Kiosk
Pro Tip / Discount
Chesterfield County offers real estate tax relief programs for qualifying seniors age 65+ and disabled residents, but does not offer direct water utility bill discounts.
Varies by Private Hauler Bin (Trash)
Curbside placement rules vary by your contracted private hauler, but bins typically must be out by 5:30 a.m. or 6:00 a.m. For self-haul at county convenience centers, waste must originate from your personal residence.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Cold ashes
Drop-Off Bins at County Parks & Centers Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables in plastic trash bags when using county drop-off locations. All items should be rinsed out and placed loosely into the respective bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (no lids)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Cardboard and mixed paper
- ✓Waxy coated food and beverage cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes
- ✕Hoses, wires, and cords
- ✕Sheets of aluminum foil
Yard Waste Bin
If using a private hauler, limbs must typically be bundled (under 3-4 feet in length) and weigh less than 35 pounds. At convenience centers, PTO dump units and leaf box trucks are strictly prohibited due to safety hazards.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush and limbs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Self-Haul Daily or By Appointment with Hauler
Placement
When hauling to convenience centers, loads must be securely covered and tied down. Dump trucks and PTO dump units are not permitted at the facilities.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Household appliances
- ✓ Electronics and televisions
- ✓ Tires (limits apply)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Commercial construction debris
- ✕ Dedicated loads of concrete or asphalt
- ✕ Ammunition and explosives
- ✕ Medical waste
- ✕ Asbestos
At the convenience centers, appliances containing Freon (like refrigerators) incur a $15 fee, while non-Freon appliances are $10. Tires cost between $2 and $5 depending on if they are on or off the rim.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers are completely closed on major county holidays. For curbside service, private haulers typically delay pickup by one day following major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Yard Waste Exception
Private hauler yard waste pickup follows the same holiday slide schedule as regular garbage.
During severe winter weather, always check the county's Storm Information page for emergency closures of the convenience centers and drop-off sites.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayThe Waste and Resource Recovery (WARR) Division often provides free mulch to residents during the spring months. Check the county website for availability at the convenience centers before you begin spring landscaping.
Fall
October - DecemberDo not blow leaves into the street, gutters, or storm drains, as this violates stormwater pollution prevention guidelines. Leaves must be bagged for private collection or hauled to a convenience center.
Winter
JanuaryPrivate haulers usually collect bare Christmas trees during the first two weeks of January. Trees must be completely free of ornaments and tinsel, and those taller than 5 feet usually need to be cut in half.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Recyclables into Real Cash Around Meadowbrook!
While Meadowbrook itself might not have a dedicated buyback center, it's worth checking out nearby areas in Chesterfield County for places that take back cans and bottles. Virginia has a bottle bill, so those soda and water bottles could earn you a few bucks! Also, keep an eye out for scrap metal yards – sometimes old metal items you're getting rid of can be sold there. It’s a great way to make a little extra cash while doing good for the environment.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Our Community
Instead of tossing perfectly good items, think about donating them! In or near Meadowbrook, you've got options. Check out places like the Salvation Army or Goodwill thrift stores; they often have donation centers. For furniture or home goods, consider if a Habitat for Humanity ReStore is accessible in your wider area. Donating not only helps others but also keeps usable things out of the landfill.
Let's Keep Meadowbrook Beautiful: Tackling Dumping & Joining Cleanups
If you ever notice illegal dumping, it's super helpful to report it so the city can deal with it. You can usually find contact information on the Chesterfield County website for reporting such issues. Also, keep an ear out for community clean-up events! These are fantastic ways to meet neighbors and make a real difference in keeping our parks and streets tidy. Sometimes local groups or environmental organizations host these, so check local event listings.
Drop-off Facilities
Northern Area Convenience Center (NACC)
3200 Warbro Road, Midlothian, VA 23112
Materials Accepted
Southern Area Convenience Center (SACC)
6700 Landfill Drive, Chester, VA 23831
Materials Accepted
Harry G. Daniel Park Recycling Center
6600 Whitepine Road, North Chesterfield, VA
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Meadowbrook not have county-provided trash collection?
Meadowbrook is part of Chesterfield County, which does not manage curbside residential trash collection. The county operates on an open-market system, meaning homeowners must set up a private subscription with a licensed hauling company or haul their own trash to a county convenience center.
How do I recycle in Meadowbrook if my hauler doesn't offer it?
Chesterfield County maintains a robust network of free drop-off recycling centers. You can take your sorted plastics, glass, metal cans, and cardboard to the Northern or Southern Area Convenience Centers, or to community bins located at several county parks including Rockwood Park and Harry G. Daniel Park.
Where can I dispose of food scraps and compost?
Meadowbrook residents can participate in the county's free Compostables Drop-off Program. Simply bring your food scraps, coffee filters, eggshells, and certified compostable products to the purple carts stationed at both the Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers.
How much does it cost to dump an old refrigerator at the county center?
If you take a refrigerator, freezer, or air conditioner to the NACC or SACC, you will be charged a $15 fee per item to cover the safe removal and recycling of the Freon. Appliances that do not contain Freon, such as stoves and washers, incur a $10 fee.