Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Waynesboro
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly, with collection days running Monday through Thursday depending on your neighborhood voting ward.
Recycling
No curbside recycling service is provided; residents can drop off recyclables at the Waynesboro Recycling Center located at 301 N. Winchester Avenue.
Yard Waste
Small bagged lawn debris, grass trimmings, and shrub clippings may be placed inside your regular trash cart on your collection day. Larger limbs and brush require a scheduled paid bulk pickup.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse collection fees are billed bi-monthly on your combined municipal utility statement alongside water and sewer charges.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, In-Person, Mail, Drop Box
City-Issued 96-Gallon Cart Bin (Trash)
Carts must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day. All trash must be bagged to prevent litter, lids must close completely, and carts must not exceed 200 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Paper products
- ✓Styrofoam packing peanuts
- ✓Sawdust
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Hardened latex paint (with lid off)
- ✓Bagged lawn debris and grass clippings
Drop-off Only Bin (Recycling)
Curbside recycling is not provided. Residents must transport sorted recyclables to the Waynesboro Recycling Public Convenience Center during operational hours.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Clean paper and cardboard
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food-soiled materials
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Small, bagged yard debris can be placed in your regular trash cart. Large brush, limbs, and tree waste require scheduling a paid 'Grindable' bulk collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Shrub trimmings
- ✓Pine needles and cones
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By Request Only
Placement
Make sure items are not placed against fences, sheds, utility poles, or under utility wires to facilitate the grapple truck. Streets and sidewalks must remain unblocked.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and appliances
- ✓ Up to two tires per household
- ✓ Grindable brush and wood
- ✓ Bagged grass clippings (large volumes)
- ✓ One room limit of household carpeting
Not Accepted
- ✕ Stumps with large root systems
- ✕ Masonry products (concrete blocks, bricks)
- ✕ Asbestos products
- ✕ Hazardous materials (batteries, paint, pesticides)
- ✕ Loose trash or construction debris
Fees vary significantly between 'Level 1' and 'Level 2' load sizes. Charges are applied directly to the resident's utility account after the size is assessed at pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday schedules typically result in collection shifting to the next operational day. Residents should reference the official Public Works Calendar Resource Page on the city website for exact service delays.
Yard Waste Exception
All yard waste follows the regular trash or bulk collection schedule; no separate holiday yard waste routes exist.
Missed pickups caused by holidays or severe inclement weather allow for one extra bag of refuse to be left next to the cart on the makeup day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MaySpring yard cleanup generates lots of brush. Remember that limbs left out for paid grindable bulk pickup cannot exceed 5 feet long or 4 inches in diameter.
Fall
October - NovemberWhen tackling fall foliage, you can dispose of small amounts of bagged leaves directly in your normal trash cart, but do not stuff them loosely.
Winter
December - FebruaryIf severe winter weather delays collection routes, the city will temporarily accept extra bagged trash alongside your cart on your rescheduled makeup pickup day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Cash in Your Cans and Bottles Around Waynesboro?
While Virginia doesn't have a statewide bottle deposit program like some other states, you might still find opportunities to get a little something back for your aluminum cans and plastic bottles. Your best bet in the Waynesboro area would be to check out local scrap metal dealers. Sometimes they'll take cleaned aluminum cans. It's always a good idea to call ahead and ask if they accept them, and what their current prices are. You could also keep an eye out for community recycling drives that might offer cash for certain items.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Waynesboro!
Before tossing items that are still in good shape, think about donating them right here in Waynesboro. The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center is a great place to drop off clothing, household goods, and furniture. If you've got larger items or are looking for other options, the Goodwill donation center in nearby Staunton is usually a good bet. Giving your items to a local charity means they can be used by someone else, and it's a win-win for everyone!
Keeping Waynesboro Beautiful: What to Do About Dumped Trash
Nobody likes seeing trash dumped where it doesn't belong. If you spot illegal dumping in or around Waynesboro, the best thing to do is report it. You can usually contact the Waynesboro Department of Public Works or your local Sheriff's Office to let them know the location and any details you have. They can help coordinate clean-up efforts and investigate. Also, keep an ear out for any community clean-up days that Waynesboro might organize. Participating in those is a fantastic way to help keep our neighborhoods looking great!
Drop-off Facilities
Waynesboro Recycling Public Convenience Center
301 N Winchester Ave, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Materials Accepted
Augusta County Regional Landfill
111 Landfill Rd, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if I have more trash than my 96-gallon cart can hold?
The city permits one occasional extra bag of trash to be placed alongside your cart on collection day. However, if you consistently overflow your bin, you will need to request a second roll-out cart by calling Customer Service, which costs an additional $22.00 per month.
Does Waynesboro offer free bulk trash collections?
No. As of March 1, 2023, the city eliminated all free bulk trash pickups. You must submit an online request form and pay a fee that varies based on the size of the load and whether the material is grindable (brush) or standard bulk (furniture).
Does Waynesboro still offer curbside recycling pickup?
No, the city does not collect recycling at the curb. Residents looking to recycle must take their sorted materials directly to the Waynesboro Recycling Public Convenience Center located at 301 N. Winchester Avenue, open Monday through Saturday.
How can I get rid of old paint in Waynesboro?
Hardened latex paint can be disposed of in your regular city-issued trash cart as long as you leave the lid off the can to prove it is dry. Liquid paint, along with herbicides, petroleum products, and pesticides, must be saved for a dedicated Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event.