Garbage & Recycling

When is trash pickup?

Fridays. Brown and blue containers can be placed on the curb Thursday evenings.

When is recycling pickup?

The City of Chesapeake no longer offers recycling pickup. Blue containers are now only used for trash.

What if I want to recycle?

The City of Chesapeake has a list of subscription collection options and drop-off locations. For more information, go here: Recycling in Chesapeake

How do I arrange bulk trash pickup?

For details about bulk trash pickup and scheduling, please go to the The City of Chesapeake Bulk Trash Collection website located here: Bulk Trash Collection.

I need a trash container. My trash container is damaged.

For details about trash containers, please go to the City of Chesapeake Refuse Container website located here: Refuse Containers.

Why are there brown and blue containers?

The brown containers are used for trash. Blue containers were previously used for recycling, but are now used for trash. The City of Chesapeake will pick up both brown and blue containers as trash.