HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Everyday household products such as cleaners, batteries, paints, and pesticides are hazardous and can cause harm to the environment when disposed of improperly. Household hazardous waste should not be put in the trash, down the drain, into storm drains or burned. Proper disposal is necessary to protect human health and the environment.
The following household hazardous items are accepted free of charge to County residents at the designated collection sites:
- Wood Preservatives, Paints & Paint Products, Paint Thinner
- Auto & Furniture Polish, Chemical Drain Cleaners
- Pesticides & Fertilizers, Pool supplies
- Auto & Household Batteries
- Motor Oil, Oil Filters
- Outdated medications except controlled substances
- Electronic Waste available throughout San Bernardino County. Call 1-800-OILY-CAT for the nearest collection facility.
*Collection Facilities Will Not Accept:
- Business Wastes,
- Wastes from Non-Profit Organizations,
- Radioactives,
- Explosives,
- Medical Waste, or
- Asbestos
Zero Waste Communities Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facilities
For more information on household hazardous waste and additional collection facilities, please visit San Bernardino County Fire's Household Hazardous Waste or contact County Fire at 1-800-OILY-CAT (645-9228).
Before transporting household hazardous waste to a facility or event, please refer to these guidelines.