City of Staunton residents can dispose of large, bulky items during the city’s fall heavy trash collection. Items must be placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 8. Crews will collect items over a two-week period, with all pickups completed by Friday, Sept. 19.
Important: Once collection crews have passed through a neighborhood, they will not return. Items placed at the curb after 7 a.m. on Sept. 8 may not be picked up.
What You Can Put Out: Use this opportunity to dispose of large appliances, furniture, mattresses, and other household items that don’t fit in regular trash containers.
Items Not Accepted: The following items will not be collected and should be disposed of properly:
- Hazardous waste (pesticides, oil-based paint, chemicals)
- Car batteries
- Electronics
- Stumps, rocks, and concrete
- Old vehicles and building materials
- Tires
Hazardous waste can be safely disposed of during the Staunton, Augusta, Waynesboro Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Waynesboro Facilities Shop (900 Essex Ave.) More details can be found at: https://www.acsawater.com/disposalguide.
Twice Yearly Heavy Trash Pickup: As part of Staunton’s trash modernization initiative, heavy trash pickup is being offered twice each year. This September marks the city’s first fall collection event.
Who Can Participate: This service is available to residential trash customers only. Apartment and condominium residents should check with their property managers regarding disposal procedures.
For more information, visit staunton.va.us/heavytrash or call Public Works at 540.332.3892.