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How to get rid of household hazardous waste in Washington County

Washington County holds a household hazardous waste collection day for its residents; in 2026 it was May 9 at MXI Environmental Services, 26319 Old Trail Head Road, Abingdon: paint, motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline, pesticides, mercury, batteries, electronics, and fluorescent bulbs.

Rules for household hazardous waste

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • Not taken: commercial waste, 55-gallon drums, radioactive material, explosives, ammunition, and tires.

Virginia’s collection days

One-day drop-offs that counties and cities hold for their own residents. Coming up in the counties we cover:

  • Sat Nov. 7Spotsylvania CountyChancellor Convenience Center, Fredericksburg8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sat Nov. 14Chesterfield CountyChesterfield County Fairgrounds, North Chesterfield9 a.m. to noon
  • Sat Nov. 14Loudoun CountyClaude Moore Park, Sterling8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

All Virginia collection days

From each county’s own page.

Household hazardous waste in other counties and cities

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 20, 2026.

Source: Washington County: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day 2026

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