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Leaves are falling off the trees and covering the ground. But what to do with them all?
Henrico County has free and paid services available, as well as tips and tricks for what you can do on your own.
Henrico County Services
Bagged Leaf Collection
This is a free service available to all residents. Residents are required to bag their own leaves and leave them where the truck can pick them up. Each week, the truck will be in designated zones countywide to pick up leaves.
For full service details and a map of the pickup zones, visit the Bagged Leaf Collection service page.
Vacuum Leaf Collection
This year, Henrico is partnering with Really Clean Streets to offer vacuum leaf pickup to all residents. This service costs $30. This service must be scheduled with Really Clean Streets.
For full service details and how to schedule, visit the Vacuum Leaf Collection service page.
Tips for Self-Removal
Free Disposal at Public-Use Areas
During bagged leaf season*, residents may bring leaves to the Public Use Areas for NO CHARGE. These facilities are open daily from 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m and closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & New Years Day.
Locations:
- 10600 Fords Country Ln. (804) 727- 8032
- 2075 Charles City Rd. (804) 222 – 7739
* Bagged Leaf Season is Nov. 4 – Feb. 8 this year.
Leaf Recycling
Mulching and composting your leaves nourishes your lawn and garden. The Virginia Cooperative Extension Service recommends placing your leaves through a shredder or mower to create mulch and compost that is good for weed control and soil amendment.
For more information and contact information, visit the Henrico County Extension Office webpage.
Other Important Information
Leaf Burning
Please note that it is illegal to burn leaves in most areas of the county.
For more information, call the Henrico County Fire Marshal‘s office at (804) 501-4900.
Prevent Pollution
We kindly ask that you place your leaves at an accessible location in front of your property in order to prevent the degradation of water quality, flooding, and traffic hazards. Please do not block traffic lanes, parking, roadside gutter pans, or drainage ditches. County ordinances restrict the placement of leaves in these locations, as leaves can obstruct stormwater drainage. Leaves in our streams and waterways contribute to stormwater pollution, as they often contain dirt, debris, and pet waste. Please help keep your neighborhood neat and attractive by properly placing your leaves.
