The City of Poquoson provides residents with efficient and flexible solid waste management services designed to meet diverse household needs. Understanding your local trash pick up schedule and options is crucial for maintaining a clean, sustainable community and ensuring smooth waste disposal for all residents.
References:
- Official Residential Trash Information: https://www.ci.poquoson.va.us/356/Residential-Trash
- Solid Waste Department Services: https://www.ci.poquoson.va.us/203/Solid-Waste
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Poquoson
Poquoson offers multiple residential trash collection options to accommodate different housing types and household needs:
Residential Trash Collection Options
- 35-Gallon Cart Services:
- Weekly pickup available
- Bi-weekly pickup option
- Convenient for smaller households
- 65-Gallon Cart Services:
- Larger capacity for bigger families
- Standard weekly collection
- Poquoson Green Bags:
- Designed for townhomes
- Suitable for lanes longer than 300 feet
- Additional garbage overflow option
Key Collection Guidelines
- Containers/bags must be placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. on collection day
- Green bags can weigh no more than 50 pounds
- Excess weight will result in pickup rejection
Recycling Services
The city supports comprehensive recycling alongside trash collection. Residents can find their specific recycling and garbage routes by:
- Visiting the city’s online Recycling & Garbage Routes
- Calling 757-868-3598 for route information
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Poquoson provides bulk item pickup services for residents, allowing disposal of larger items that don’t fit standard trash containers.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During major holidays, trash collection schedules adjust:
- New Year’s Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
Holiday collections shift one day later than the regular scheduled pickup.
Pricing and Bag Information
Poquoson Green Bags are available at:
- Food Lion
- Taylor’s Do-It Center
Pricing:
- Individual bags: $1.75
- Five-bag package: $8.75
How to Request Services
Contact Methods:
- Solid Waste Department: 757-868-3598
- Finance Department for Billing: 757-868-3030
Additional Resources
Residents can access:
- 2025 Solid Waste Calendar (January-June)
- July 2025-June 2026 Solid Waste Calendar
- Recycling & Garbage Routes
- VPPSA Household Chemical Collection Schedule
The City of Poquoson offers flexible, comprehensive trash pick up services designed to meet diverse residential needs. By understanding these options and guidelines, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more efficient community waste management system.
https://www.ci.poquoson.va.us/356/Residential-Trash
For the day of your pickup, please visit Recycling & Garbage Routes or call 757-868-3598. Holiday Collections – Garbage collection for the following holidays
https://www.ci.poquoson.va.us/203/Solid-Waste
Poquoson uses City issued 35-gallon and 65-gallon garbage containers and green plastic bags bearing the City seal for the collection of weekly garbage.