Household Hazardous Waste Services
Many of our facilities accept certain items classified as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW). Items discarded from a residential household that may be reactive, toxic, explosive, or corrosive fall into this classification. We are committed to the communities we serve to safely handle and dispose of these materials.
What Items Are Considered Special Waste?
Acceptable waste varies by location, but we have a general guide below.
Acceptable items
- Cleaning products
- Paints and solvents
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Automotive products
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Sharp objects
- Aerosols
- Swimming pool chemicals
Unacceptable items
- Household batteries
- Bulbs
- Kitchen appliances
- Expired medications
- Smoke detectors
- Electric toothbrushes
- Hair dryer
- Razors
Take the initiative for safe battery disposal
Handle batteries carefully to avoid fires. Never throw them into street-side collection bins; it's a safety issue.