Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

Due to their caustic properties and their potential for environmental contamination, household hazardous waste materials must be properly disposed of by a certified Household Hazardous Waste contractor. 

  • Household hazardous waste materials are not collected as part of the Town's Solid Waste Services from GFL.
  • The Town does offer drive-thru recycling of batteries, bulbs, and electronics during our Green Day events in the Spring and Fall.
  • Cooking oil drop-off is available in the designated cabinet at the Public Works office.

Collection Centers

Wake County provides collection areas for residents to drop off their Household Hazardous Waste Materials: Household Hazardous Waste Facilities

South Wake Solid Waste Management Facility
 6130 Old Smithfield Road
Apex, NC 27502
Monday - Saturday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

North Wake Solid Waste Management Facility
 9037 Deponie Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
Monday - Saturday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Accepted Materials

Accepted household hazardous waste materials include:

  • Acids and bases
  • Automobile fluids and antifreeze
  • Batteries
  • Cooking oil and motor oil
  • Fire extinguishers (dry chemical)
  • Fluorescent light bulbs
  • Fuel oil, lighter fluid, and kerosene
  • Household cleaners and chemicals
  • Mercury thermometers
  • Paints, lacquers, and polishes
  • Pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides
  • Photographic chemicals
  • Propane tanks
  • Solvents, thinners, and wood preservatives

Unaccepted Materials

Unaccepted household hazardous waste materials include:

  • Ammunition
  • Commercially generated waste
  • Explosives and shock-sensitive items
  • Medical waste
  • Radioactive materials
  • Smoke detectors
  • Trash and recyclables
  • Unknown materials
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