Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Sustainable Recycling Solutions
TFC Recycling has been a family-owned and operated leader in residential and commercial recycling solutions since 1973. Our commitment to environmental stewardship drives our mission to reduce landfill waste through innovative material recovery and sustainable practices. With third, fourth, and fifth-generation family members actively involved, we have served communities across the Virginia Peninsula for over 20 years, including James City County, York County, Williamsburg, and Poquoson. Our partnership with the Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority enabled us to recycle over 300 million pounds of materials, transforming waste into valuable resources. Despite recent challenges with contractual disputes and payment delays, we remain dedicated to maintaining a 99% service completion rate and have launched a direct subscription-based curbside recycling service to continue supporting our community.Our team of drivers, technicians, and operators shares a unified goal of delivering exceptional service and real recycling solutions. We prioritize transparency, accountability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring residents can rely on our expertise to meet their recycling needs. Our Two Bin System promotes effective recycling by separating recyclables from garbage, aligning with proven methodologies used across Hampton Roads and Richmond. As Virginia's premier recycling company, we combine decades of experience with a forward-thinking approach to environmental sustainability. Our website, phone line, and social media platforms provide accessible channels for customers to engage with our services and stay informed about recycling best practices.
Services
Curbside Recycling
Residential Recycling
Commercial Recycling
Subscription-Based Recycling
Material Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1973 with multi-generational expertise
- 99% service completion rate for curbside recycling
- Direct subscription service for uninterrupted recycling access
- Proven Two Bin System for effective waste separation
- Over 300 million pounds of materials recycled regionally
Services
Curbside Recycling
TFC Recycling provides biweekly curbside collection of recyclables using the Two Bin System. Our team ensures 99% service completion rates by efficiently managing routes and addressing missed pickups. Residents can access this service through local government partnerships or direct subscriptions.
Residential Recycling
We offer tailored recycling solutions for households across Virginia's Peninsula. Our program includes blue bin distribution, educational resources on proper sorting, and flexible subscription options to maintain uninterrupted service for environmentally conscious residents.
Commercial Recycling
TFC Recycling supports businesses with scalable recycling programs for offices, retail spaces, and industrial facilities. Our services include customized collection schedules, waste audits, and compliance reporting to help companies meet sustainability goals while reducing disposal costs.
Material Recovery
Our advanced processing facilities sort and prepare collected materials for market. We specialize in transforming paper, cardboard, glass, and metals into reusable resources, having diverted over 300 million pounds of waste from landfills through this process.
Subscription-Based Recycling
For residents in previously served areas, we offer affordable monthly subscriptions to maintain curbside recycling access. This program ensures continuity of service independent of municipal contracts, with flexible payment options and dedicated customer support.
People
Michael Recycle Benedetto
President and Owner
As third-generation leader of TFC Recycling, Michael Benedetto oversees operations and strategic direction. With over 40 years of industry experience, he champions sustainable practices while maintaining family values of integrity and community service.
Questions
What areas does TFC Recycling serve?
TFC Recycling provides services in James City County, York County, the City of Williamsburg, and the City of Poquoson.
How can I sign up for curbside recycling?
Residents in served areas can directly subscribe through TFC Recycling's website or contact us at 757-543-5766 for subscription-based curbside recycling.
What materials are accepted in curbside recycling?
Clean and dry paper, bottles, cardboard, and cans are accepted. Plastic bags are not allowed as they obstruct the recycling process.
Why did TFC Recycling stop county-contracted services?
Contractual disputes and unpaid invoices from the Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority led to service termination, prompting our direct subscription model.
What is the Two Bin System?
The Two Bin System uses a black trash bin for garbage and a blue bin for recyclables to streamline effective waste separation and processing.
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