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Cardboard Recycling in Alexandria, VA

Flattened cardboard goes in City recycling carts or at four 24/7 drop-off centers (S. Whiting St., Colvin St., Eisenhower Ave., Jones Point Park).

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a cardboard in Alexandria

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AlexandriaNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $80.00
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    Book online, set out your cardboard and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Alexandria recycling drop-off centersCity service · AlexandriaAlexandria residentsFree
    How it works

    Four 24/7 single-stream recycling drop-off centers: end of S. Whiting St. (at Tower Ct.), 3224 Colvin St., 4251 Eisenhower Ave., and Jones Point Park (end of S. Royal St.).

    Cost & rules
    • Open 24/7 at four sites.
    • Before you go: Flatten and empty boxes.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  3. Alexandria curbside single-stream recyclingCity service · AlexandriaAlexandria residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    Weekly single-stream recycling for City trash customers (single-family homes, duplexes and some townhouses), paid through the Solid Waste User Fee.

    Cost & rules
    • Before you go: Break down large boxes; remove foam and plastic packaging.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Before you go

  1. Check whether you have corrugated boxes, coated packaging or mixed materials.
  2. Remove foam, plastic and other packing inserts.
  3. Flatten boxes and check quantity limits for your program.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Recycling at Home in the City (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
    • Clean, unwaxed cardboard goes in the recycling cart; larger boxes should be broken down or set beside the cart. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents of detached single-family homes, duplexes and some townhouses with four or fewer units get City recycling through a fee-based program. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling Drop-Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
    • Four drop-off recycling centers for residents and small businesses are open 24/7: S. Whiting St., 3224 Colvin St., 4251 Eisenhower Ave. and Jones Point Park. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Flattened, empty cardboard is accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • 2025 Guide to Services (digital edition) (opens in new tab) · City of Alexandria Resource Recovery Division
    • The guide lists the drop-off centers as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, free. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Code of Virginia 10.1-1400: Definitions (Virginia Waste Management Act) (opens in new tab) · Code of Virginia (Virginia General Assembly, Legislative Information System)
    • Virginia law defines household hazardous waste as household waste that would otherwise be hazardous, including certain batteries, solvent-based paint and paint thinners, used motor oil, and fluorescent bulbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Recycling Guidance by Material (household hazardous waste) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: many Virginia communities offer annual HHW collection events or permanent collection locations; check your county or city website. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ: if your community has no HHW program, or you cannot wait for the next event, you may put HHW in your regular trash, after drying or absorbing liquids. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Special Waste (HHW, e-waste, white goods) (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: many localities offer convenience centers or special collection days for HHW; check with your local Public Works office. Private vendors may offer free or fee-based services. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Statewide Recycling Programs (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ: your local government website or recycling coordinator is the best source for recycling and special collection events; for electronics or tires, contact your locality's Recycling Program Manager. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Virginia DEQ: Virginia Recycling Mandates (opens in new tab) · Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
    • Every county, city, town or regional authority must run recycling programs meeting a minimum recycling rate of 15% or 25%, depending on density and unemployment. Checked October 26, 2026.

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