Frequently Asked Questions

Click on the section titles below to learn the answers to these commonly asked questions.

Getting Started

• How can I begin participating in the curbside recycling program?
• I live in an apartment/townhouse complex- how can I recycle?
• I will be moving soon. Does my new house have curbside recycling?

How to Recycle

• What containers can I use to recycle?
• My house doesn't have a bin- how do I get one?
• Do I have to rinse out my food and beverage containers?
• Can I have another bin? What do I do with the recycables that won't fit inside my bin?
• My bin is broken/damaged- can I have another one?
• I seem to be the only one on my street that recycles. How can I encourage my neighbors to recycle?
• My school/small business wants to recycle- can you help?
• Why can't apartments or townhouses receive curbside collection?

What to Recycle

• Can I recycle shredded paper with my other curbside recycling items?
• Can I recycle any plastics other than narrow neck plastic bottles?
• Where/How can I properly dispose of or recycle things not accepted in the CVWMA curbside recycling program?

When to Recycle

• What do I do if my recycling isn't collected on the scheduled day?

You may also call the Recycling Hotline at 340-0900 to speak with our team of customer service representatives or email them at customerservice@cvwma.com