Bulk item disposal in Fairfax County is handled through private haulers (typically as an extra-fee service) or via self-haul to the I-66 Transfer Station and I-95 Landfill Complex. There is no free countywide bulk pickup. Mattresses, furniture, and appliances require special handling.
Because Fairfax County uses a private hauler model, bulk item disposal options vary by hauler contract. Most franchise haulers (Patriot Disposal, American Disposal Services, Republic Services, Waste Management) offer bulk pickup as an on-call, extra-fee service, with tiered pricing based on item size and quantity. Typical bulk items include furniture, mattresses, appliances (white goods), large toys, and small construction debris. Residents should contact their hauler 24-48 hours in advance to schedule pickup. Appliances containing refrigerants (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers) require EPA-certified refrigerant recovery before disposal; haulers typically charge an extra fee or require a refrigerant-removal tag. Residents may also self-haul bulk items to the I-66 Transfer Station (Fairfax) or I-95 Landfill Complex (Lorton), which charge tipping fees by weight. Mattress recycling is encouraged; Virginia does not currently mandate mattress recycling but several drop-off programs exist. Illegal dumping is a Class 1 misdemeanor under VA Code 33.2-802 and Fairfax County Code, carrying fines up to $2,500 and jail time. HOAs often regulate how long bulk items may sit curbside before pickup.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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