Whether you’re getting rid of old batteries or removing automotive fluids from your property, you need responsible solutions for disposing of your household hazardous waste. Not all household waste can be disposed of in the garbage with your regular trash. There are some products and materials that must be handled differently. When in doubt, contact your solid waste district for disposal options near you.
As one of the most experienced and knowledgeable waste management companies in the industry, Rumpke feels it’s our responsibility to ensure homeowners understand the best methods for hazardous trash removal.
Liquids and solvents such as toilet bowl cleaner, shower and tile spray, carpet cleaner and rust remover are considered household hazardous waste, and not accepted in Rumpke’s programs.
Contact your local solid waste district for disposal options.
Lithium-Ion batteries should not be discarded in your regular recycling or trash. These batteries are highly combustible and can pose serious danger to waste and recycling workers as well as the motoring public.
Please contact your local solid waste district to learn about proper disposal procedures in your area.
Auto fluids, including antifreeze, fluids, motor oil, oil filters, gasoline, polish and waxes also fall into the category of household hazardous waste and can’t be disposed of through Rumpke garbage.
Please contact your local solid waste district for disposal options in your area.
Oil-based paints are classified as household hazardous waste and must be disposed accordingly. Contact your solid waste district for disposal option.
Latex based paint is accepted curbside if it is solidified by adding cat litter or shredded newspaper.
Contact the solid waste district to learn how to dispose of wood sealant and wood stains.
Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer and insecticides are household hazardous waste and must be disposed of accordingly.
Check with your local solid waste district to learn about the yard waste disposal options in your area.
There are a variety of other objects that are best left out of the garbage. These items include, but are not limited to:
Contact your local solid waste district for disposal options. Most solid waste districts have collection days where residents can dispose of hazardous waste properly.
If a label says the item is “dangerous” or “poisonous”, then this is an indication of a hazardous waste. These labels are often found on household cleaners.
When throwing something away, ask yourself the question, “Could this be something hazardous?"
New customers to Rumpke receive service guidelines that outline basic hazardous materials (car batteries, tires, combustible items) that shouldn’t be thrown away.
As far as recycling goes, Rumpke also has a list of acceptable items and includes a list on the reverse side of all Rumpke invoices.
Household Cleaners
Rumpke does not accept household hazardous waste, and many household cleaning products are considered hazardous. It is always advisable to review the guidelines of your local solid waste districts to determine the best disposal options in your area.
Batteries
Lithium-Ion batteries should not be discarded in your regular recycling or trash. These batteries are highly combustible and can pose serious danger to waste and recycling workers as well as the motoring public and our facilities. Please contact your local solid waste district to learn about proper disposal procedures in your area.
Automotive Fluids
Many auto fluids are considered hazardous, including antifreeze, fluids, motor oil, oil filters, gasoline, polish and waxes, and therefore can’t go in the garbage. Please contact your local solid waste district for disposal options in your area.
Paint Products
For oil-based paint, spray paint containers, wood sealant, or wood stains, please contact your local solid waste district for disposal options.
For latex paint, it must be solidified with cat litter or sawdust before placement in your trash.
Yard Products
Many yard products like weed killers and fertilizers are considered hazardous and should not go in your trash. Please check with your local solid waste district for proper disposal options.
Miscellaneous Products
There are a variety of other objects that are best left out of the garbage. Anything labeled flammable or hazard should never go in your trash. Some of these items include, but are not limited to:
We realize you may come across any number of various items in your home. When in doubt, please contact Rumpke or your local solid waste district for proper handling and disposal options.
Contact your solid waste district for local options for disposing of household hazardous waste like yard treatments, wood stains and cleaning supplies.
In addition to non-hazardous trash removal, Rumpke offers single-stream recycling service to make it easy for residential and commercial businesses to optimize their waste management.
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