Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Short Pump
Trash Day
Trash collection is provided once weekly Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week (following a Red or Blue week schedule) on your designated collection weekday.
Yard Waste
Free bagged leaf collection is provided seasonally from November through February.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Henrico County trash collection is an optional service billed bi-monthly ($36 every two months) alongside your county water and sewer charges.
Billing Cycle
Bi-monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person, PayNearMe
County-issued Cart Bin (Trash)
Cart must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Arrows must face the street, lid must be closed, and cart must be 3 feet from mailboxes and within 8 feet of the pavement.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small broken household items
95-Gallon Cart (Provided by CVWMA) Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables. Remove and discard plastic caps and lids in the regular trash. Ensure all containers are rinsed clean. Set out by 7:00 a.m. on your CVWMA bi-weekly collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans (aluminum and steel)
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7
- ✓Newspapers and mixed paper
- ✓Flattened cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
- ✕Plastic caps and lids
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is NOT collected for free with standard trash. It must be scheduled as a paid pickup through TurboHaul or dropped off at a Public Use Area.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves and pine tags (must be bagged)
- ✓Vegetative waste and yard clippings
- ✓Brush and limbs (max 4 feet length, max 4 inches diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By paid appointment only
Placement
A standard pile size is 8'x4'x4'. Items that exceed these dimensions will incur higher rates. Do not place items out without scheduling.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture
- ✓ Appliances (TVs, washers, dryers)
- ✓ Bagged leaves and yard clippings
- ✓ Vegetative waste (cut to limits)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Wet paint and chemicals
- ✕ Unbagged leaves
- ✕ Oversized logs (over 4 inches diameter)
A standard pile costs $67.00 per request. Appliances containing Freon (like refrigerators or air conditioners) incur an additional $35.00 fee per item.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If the holiday falls on a Monday (like MLK Day or Memorial Day), collection is delayed by one day all week. For other mid-week holidays, collection is delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
TurboHaul bulky waste and bagged leaf collections are scheduled independently and will communicate specific collection windows directly to the resident.
Public Use Areas (like Springfield Road) close on Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn/Winter
October to DecemberHeavy leaf drop in Henrico County requires proactive management. Leaves and pine tags must be fully bagged if you intend to schedule a paid pickup through TurboHaul. Loose piles left at the curb will be ignored.
Spring/Summer
March to AugustAs yard work increases, remember that vegetative waste is strictly regulated. Branches and limbs must be cut down to a maximum of 4 feet in length and cannot exceed 4 inches in diameter to qualify for TurboHaul collection.
Holidays
Year-roundHenrico County and CVWMA shift schedules for major holidays like MLK Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Generally, if a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week are delayed by one day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans to Cash? Where to Turn Your Bottles in the Short Pump Area!
Even though Short Pump doesn't have its own dedicated bottle buyback center right in town, the good news is that Virginia has a state program for certain beverage containers. Keep an eye out for recycling centers that participate in the Virginia Redemption Value (VRV) program. You can usually get a few cents back for each qualified aluminum, steel, or plastic bottle and can. While you might need to travel a bit outside of Short Pump, checking with Henrico County's recycling resources or looking for independent scrap yards in the broader Richmond area could help you find places that accept more than just the VRV items. Think old metal scraps or appliances – some places might even pay you for those!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life Near Short Pump
Before tossing items that are still in good shape, consider donating them right here near Short Pump. Habitat for Humanity ReStores, particularly the ones in the Richmond area, are always looking for furniture, appliances, building materials, and home goods. It's a fantastic way to keep things out of the landfill and support a good cause. You can also check with local thrift stores like Goodwill or Salvation Army branches in the surrounding communities. They happily accept clothing, household items, and books, giving them a new home and helping someone else out.
Keeping Short Pump Beautiful: Tackling Dumped Trash Together
Nobody likes seeing trash where it shouldn't be, and in Henrico County, if you spot illegal dumping, it’s important to report it. The county has specific ways to handle these situations to keep our neighborhoods clean. While Short Pump itself might not host regular community clean-up events, keep an eye on local Henrico County government announcements or community social media groups for any volunteer clean-up days. Participating in these events is a great way to meet neighbors and make a real difference in the appearance of our shared spaces.
Drop-off Facilities
Springfield Road Public Use Area (West End)
10600 Fords Country Lane, Glen Allen, VA 23059
Materials Accepted
Charles City Road Public Use Area (East End)
2075 Charles City Road, Henrico, VA 23231
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash and recycling services in Short Pump?
As part of Henrico County, Short Pump residents have their weekly household trash collected by the Henrico County Solid Waste Division. Bi-weekly curbside recycling is provided for free by the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA).
How do I throw away an old couch or refrigerator?
Henrico County no longer collects bulky waste directly. You must schedule a paid pickup through their contracted partner, TurboHaul, Inc., by calling or texting (804) 294-4443. A standard pile costs $67, with an extra $35 fee for appliances containing Freon.
Where should I place my trash cart on collection day?
Carts must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with the lid closed and arrows facing the street. To allow the automated truck arms to work, place the cart within 8 feet of the pavement and at least 3 feet away from mailboxes, cars, and other carts.
Where can I drop off extra trash if I miss collection day?
Short Pump residents can take their excess household garbage, yard debris, and recyclables to the Springfield Road Public Use Area located at 10600 Fords Country Lane in Glen Allen. The facility is open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.