Solid Waste Makes Spring Cleaning Easier and Eco-Friendly

Springtime and spring cleaning typically go together. Prince William County Solid Waste Division has several programs to assist residents with the disposal of items throughout their property.

From the Yard - Residents can drop off yard waste such as lawn clippings, tree limbs, and leaves at the landfill or compost facility where it will be processed into mulch, wood shavings, or compost. Residents can also take advantage of curbside yard waste collection, by their trash and recycling hauler from March through December.

From the Garage - Residents may drop off lead-acid automotive batteries, household batteries, and scrap metal pieces along with used antifreeze, oil, and filters in specially designated areas at the landfill or compost facility.

From the Home - Donation is a great way to get rid of “still usable” items. Visit “Recycling/Reuse” on the Solid Waste webpage or try an internet search for “donation centers near me” to find organizations that are available to accept these items.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) - These items may be found in the yard, garage or home. HHW includes items like insecticides, paints, fluorescent bulbs, aerosol cans, drain cleaners, gasoline and more. Take extra care to properly discard these items and help prevent them from harming septic systems, waterways, and soils. Prince William County residents can dispose of these items at no extra cost on Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling program days.

Dumpster Days - The County's annual Dumpster Day events have returned and this year there will be 15 events across all seven districts in the county. Residents should mark their calendar for the best date and location that works for them. These events are perfect to spring clean both inside and outside of the home. Learn more by visiting the Dumpster Day webpage.

The Prince William County Solid Waste Division offers an environmentally appropriate space for almost everything. For more information, visit the A to Z Disposal Guide. For locations and hours of operation of the Prince William County Landfill and Compost Facility, visit www.pwcgov.org/trashandrecycling.