Household Hazardous Waste Day

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day: June 4, 2022, 8 am to noon

Free to residents with a current Recycling/Compost Center Pass; $25 for all others.

Download a Flyer (PDF).

Where: Highway Garage/Recycling/Compost Center - 29 West Bacon Street (1/4 mile from South Street (Route 1A) intersection on right, shares common drive with ATCO Plastics)

A limit of 25 pounds or 5 gallons per vehicle has been set to ensure that as many families as possible can take part in the collection.

Acceptable Materials

  • Paints (oil-based only)
  • Household cleaners
  • Oil filters
  • Rodent killers
  • Stains
  • Oven cleaners
  • Engine degreasers
  • Pesticides
  • Thinners
  • Drain cleaners
  • Brake fluid
  • Insecticides
  • Strippers
  • Chlorine bleach
  • Antifreeze
  • Weed killers
  • Solvents
  • Metal cleaners
  • Transmission fluid
  • Fertilizer
  • Varnishes
  • Floor cleaners
  • Radiator flush
  • Septic system cleaners
  • Wood preservatives
  • Waxes
  • Hobby supplies
  • Pool supplies
  • Adhesives and Glues
  • Polishes
  • Photo chemicals
  • Dry cleaning fluids
  • Resins
  • Rug cleaners
  • Chemistry sets
  • Creosote
  • Flammable liquids
  • Aerosol cans
  • Sealants
  • Gasoline mixes

Unacceptable Material

  • Motor oils
  • Medical waste
  • Radioactive materials
  • Commercial waste
  • Latex paint
  • Syringes
  • Smoke detectors
  • Industrial waste
  • Fireworks
  • Infectious waste
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Ammunition
  • Explosives
  • Biological waste
  • Asbestos
  • Large quantities of unknown materials

Waste should be brought in sealed containers with tightened caps and lids. Leave materials in original, labeled containers when possible. Pack containers in sturdy, upright boxes with newspaper padding. Sort and pack separately paint, pesticides and household cleaners. Do not mix chemicals, and do not place waste in a garbage bag. There will be a fee for additional quantities over 5 gallons or 25 pounds per vehicle.

Other Options to Dispose of Waste

  • Motor oil can be brought to Autozone, 93 East Washington Street, Route 1, North Attleboro - call store for details at 508-699-4661
  • Latex paint can be put in your regular trash once hard. Remove lids or pour in shallow cardboard box to dry out.
  • New England Disposal Technologies, Sutton, MA: call 800-698-1865
  • Clean Harbors, Braintree, MA: call 781-380-7100