Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Tuckahoe
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week (on alternating Red or Blue week schedules) through CVWMA.
Yard Waste
Free bagged leaf collection is provided curbside seasonally from November through February; additional yard waste can be scheduled year-round through the county bulky waste program.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash collection is billed bi-monthly alongside county water and sewer services through the Henrico County Department of Public Utilities.
Billing Cycle
Bi-monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person, PayNearMe
Pro Tip / Discount
Participants enrolled in the Henrico Real Estate Advantage Program (REAP) receive specialized rates and assistance on select waste services.
Green (Standard Super Can) Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged before placement in the 96-gallon cart to prevent littering. Bins must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with the lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged refuse
Green cart with CVWMA labeling Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week by CVWMA. All items must be clean, empty, loose in the container (never bagged in plastic), and placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Food and beverage cartons
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Batteries
- ✕Hoses and cords
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes (grease is okay, food chunks are not)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste can be dropped off for free at Public Use Areas year-round. Bagged leaves are collected at the curb for free during the designated winter leaf collection window.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small tree limbs
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand
Placement
Standard pile limits apply. Items must be safely placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day without obstructing vehicle traffic or sidewalks.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances without refrigerants
- ✓ Large household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Highly flammable substances
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Dead animals
- ✕ Liquid waste
- ✕ Asbestos
The cost is $67.00 per request. Participants in the Henrico Real Estate Advantage Program (REAP) may qualify for special accommodations by calling the DPU directly.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
On observed holidays, county solid waste and CVWMA recycling offices are closed. Collections are generally delayed by one day for the remainder of the holiday week, moving Friday pickups to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Public Use Areas are closed on New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Always check the CVWMA and Henrico DPU service alert pages for real-time weather or holiday updates, as exact delay rules can fluctuate depending on the day of the week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
November to FebruaryHenrico County offers free curbside collection for bagged leaves from November 10 through February 8. Residents should place their bagged leaves safely at the curb, ensuring they don't block stormwater drains.
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning often generates bulk waste. If you're doing major landscaping, remember that clean yard waste can be hauled to the Springfield Road Public Use Area for free disposal.
Summer
June to AugustHigh summer temperatures can cause garbage odors to escalate quickly. Henrico DPU recommends tightly bagging all food waste to keep pests away and washing out your Super Can periodically.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Those Cans into Cash in the Richmond Area!
Hey Tuckahoe neighbors! While Tuckahoe itself might not have a dedicated buyback center, you're super close to the Richmond area where you can turn your aluminum cans and plastic bottles into a few extra bucks. Many local scrap yards and recycling centers in Richmond will take these items. Look for places that specifically mention paying for recyclables – it's a great way to get a little something back for doing your part! Since Virginia doesn't have a statewide bottle deposit program, checking with local scrap metal dealers is your best bet for getting cash for your redeemed beverage containers.
Giving Gently Used Stuff a New Home Around Tuckahoe
Instead of tossing items that still have life left in them, consider giving them a second chance! Just a short drive from Tuckahoe, you'll find places like the Goodwill Store & Donation Center in Richmond. They happily accept clothing, household goods, books, and even some furniture. Another fantastic option is Habitat for Humanity ReStore, also located in Richmond, which takes donations of home improvement items, furniture, appliances, and building materials. It's a win-win: you declutter, and someone else gets a great deal while supporting a good cause.
Keeping Tuckahoe Beautiful: Tackling Bulky Items and Dumping
We all want Tuckahoe to look its best, right? While this page covers your regular trash and bulky item limits, it's good to know what to do if you spot something that shouldn't be there. If you ever see illegal dumping happening or notice a pile of trash that looks out of place, it's best to report it to Henrico County's waste management or public works department. They have systems in place to handle these situations and keep our neighborhoods clean. Keeping an eye out and reporting concerns helps everyone in Tuckahoe.
Drop-off Facilities
Springfield Road Public Use Area
10600 Fords Country Lane, Glen Allen, VA 23059
Materials Accepted
Charles City Road Public Use Area
2075 Charles City Road, Henrico, VA 23231
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Henrico County charge for trash collection in Tuckahoe?
The Henrico Department of Public Utilities provides weekly curbside refuse collection for $18.00 per month (billed as $36.00 bi-monthly on your utility bill). This includes one 96-gallon cart. Additional carts cost $65.00 each.
What should I do if my CVWMA recycling pickup is missed?
If your recycling was at the curb by 7:00 a.m. and was not collected, leave the cart out and report the missed pickup directly to CVWMA online or by calling their customer service hotline as soon as possible.
Where can I drop off food scraps and compost in Tuckahoe?
Residents can utilize the CVWMA Food Scrap and Compostables Drop-off Program. Simply deposit your household food waste into the designated purple carts located at either of the Henrico County Public Use Areas.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator or AC unit?
Appliances containing refrigerants (like freon) can be taken to a Henrico County Public Use Area. There is a $20 environmental fee per appliance to ensure the safe and legal removal of the CFC/HCFC gases.