Junk Removal in Alexandria

• Regular household trash in Alexandria is typically collected weekly and must be placed in approved containers at the curb or alley by early morning on your collection day, with lids closed and bags tied to prevent litter and pests.
• Bulk items such as furniture, mattresses, and non-hazardous household junk are often collected by appointment; residents are usually asked to place items at the curb no earlier than the evening before and no later than 7 a.m. on the scheduled pickup day.
• Many local guidelines limit bulk pickup to a volume of around 5–10 cubic yards per visit, which is roughly a pile about the size of a small car (around 6 ft wide × 10–15 ft long × 3 ft high); larger cleanouts typically require multiple pickups or a special arrangement with a private hauler.
• Recyclables like flattened cardboard, paper, metal cans, and plastic bottles are usually collected separately from trash; items should be clean, loose (not bagged), and placed in the designated recycling cart or bin, while glass may have separate drop-off options depending on current city practices.
• Construction and demolition debris (such as drywall, lumber, roofing, tile, concrete, and large renovation waste) is generally not accepted in regular trash or standard bulk pickup; homeowners and contractors are typically expected to use a private junk removal service or rent a dumpster for remodels and major projects.
• When setting out bulk items, residents should keep sidewalks, driveways, fire hydrants, and storm drains clear, and avoid blocking on-street parking lanes or placing items under low-hanging wires or tree branches so collection trucks can safely access the pile.
• Appliances, electronics, and hazardous materials like paint, chemicals, and propane tanks often have special handling rules and may require drop-off at designated facilities or special collection events rather than curbside pickup.

Because local rules can change, residents should always confirm the latest trash, recycling, and bulk pickup guidelines on the official Alexandria city sanitation website or the appropriate county solid waste division.