If you are wondering about how to dispose of questionable materials, read the information below. If your questions are not answered here or you still have concerns, please call 419.213.2230 for additional help.
How do I dispose of?
Do Not Put
in the Trash! |
Instead: |
| Ammunition & Firearms |
Contact the Toledo Police Department at 9-1-1 for pick-up |
| Automotive Batteries |
Recycle at battery stores, automotive repair centers, and retail stores that sell batteries |
| Gasoline |
Use it or give it away |
| Insecticides & Pool Chemicals |
Contact Environmental Services at 419-936-3015 |
| Motor Oil |
Recycle at any quick-change oil location |
| Paint (if liquid) |
Call 419-213-2230 Lucas County Solid Waste Management District for more information |
| Tires |
Call 419-936-3077 or 419-213-2230. A small fee will be charged for recycling. Businesses that sell tires may also take them for a fee. |
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| Okay to Put in the Trash, But do it this way |
| Aerosol Cans |
Hold can upside down and press button to release vapor |
| Ashes/sawdust |
Please bag!! Do not put loose in garbage can! |
| Bleach/ammonia |
Put empty container in trash |
| Boards with nails |
Bend nails over and bundle if more than five (5) pieces. Bundles should not weigh more than 40 pounds or be longer than six feet (6'). Put small pieces in trash with note marked "nails." |
| Hypodermic needles |
Place inside of coffee can or detergent bottle with lid |
| Medical waste |
Check with your home care provider to see if they offer disposal. If not, double bag dry medical waste before placing in trash. |
| Paint |
If you cannot take it to the Lucas County Solid Waste Mangement District's recycling program, remove lid and let it dry. Paper towels, rags or kitty litter can help speed up drying time. |
| Roof or driveway coatings |
Let the can dry before disposing |
| Rosebushes |
Wrap in a paper grocery bag before placing in the trash, or call 419-213-2230 for information about free yard waste composting. |
| Solvents |
Call 419-213-2230 Lucas County Solid Waste Management District for more information. |
| Window glass |
Double bag before placing in trash. Mark the can "broken glass." |