Safe, reliable disposal for chemicals and other hazardous waste around the home.
Hazardous materials require special handling and disposal, and if not properly managed, can pose a threat to both people and the environment. WM makes it easy — and safe — to dispose of hazardous waste commonly found around the home.
In some communities, WM can pick up electronics, paints, chemicals, motor oil and more right from your home. WM's At Your Door Special Collection® service makes it easy to properly dispose of potentially hazardous household materials.
To verify this service is available in your area and schedule a collection, visit WMAtYourDoor.comor call 1-800-449-7587.
WM's Recycle By Mail program makes it easy to recycle many household items and keep harmful materials like mercury out of the environment. Best of all, it's easy and you can do it through the mail, right from your home or business. Our recycling kits come with everything you need, from the box to the return shipping label. Fill them up, send them back and we’ll take care of the rest.
Hazardous Waste Service not available in your area?
You may be able to dispose of your materials safely and easily at one of hundreds of drop-off locations managed by WM.
Local Programs & Events
WM helps many organize drop-off programs and take-back events for household hazardous materials. To learn more about WM in your area, visit our Service Areas locator.
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These common hazardous materials can be collected through our At Your Door℠ service (where available):
Automotive products: antifreeze, fluids, motor oil, oil filters, gasoline, polish and waxes
Batteries: home and vehicle batteries
Electronics: TVs, computers, laptops, cell phones, printers, fax machines, MP3 players, DVD/CD/cassette players and more
Mercury containing devices: thermometers and thermostats
Paint products: oil-based, latex and spray paints, caulk, wood preservative and wood stain
Garden chemicals: pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer and insecticides
Sharps: syringes, needles and lancets
Swimming pool chemicals
Other household chemicals: toilet bowl cleaner, shower/tile cleaner, carpet cleaner, rust remover and more
