Public Works and Environmental Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Our office is open 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon – Fri
703-802-3322 TTY 711
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 458, Fairfax, Va 22035
County Collection Customer
Service Center

County Collection Customer Notices

Service Updates November 19, 2025

We are currently experiencing delays with the following services:

  • Yard Waste: Some customers may experience delays due to high volumes. Service will continue through Saturday, November 22 to complete collections.
  • Special Pickups: We are currently working on resolving the service delays.

If your service has not yet been completed, please leave your items at the curb or street line so they can be collected as soon as possible.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.


If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at 703-802-3322 or email DPWESSWMPTrashCS@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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Vacuum Leaf Customer Announcements

SWMP is committed to enhancing leaf collection services through improved operations and quality checks. As part of our quality control process, you may see collection teams in your area before and after collection. These teams are conducting additional training to ensure we maintain the highest level of service for our residents.

For additional information or updates or contact us at 703-802-3322 | TTY 711 or email dpwestrashcs@fairfaxcounty.gov.

To receive vacuum leaf collection email updates, subscribe to Fairfax County Vacuum Leaf Collection Email Updates.

These notices are intended for customers with collection service provided by Fairfax County Government. If you have private collection, please contact your hauler.

If there are service announcements for Recycling and Trash or Vacuum Leaf collection service, they will be posted here.


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