Why some items are different
Certain materials can catch fire, leak toxins or injure people when crushed. They need separate handling and special facilities. Mixing them into a junk load is dangerous for the crew and the environment.
Common hazardous items
Paint and stain, solvents, gasoline and oil, pesticides, pool chemicals, propane tanks, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, medical sharps and asbestos materials are the usual suspects.
What to do with them
Local household hazardous waste programs, retailers and special collection events often accept these items. Check your local government website for schedules and rules.
What we do take
Furniture, appliances, electronics, mattresses, yard waste, construction debris, metal and most household items. If you are not sure, ask.
Safety tips
Never mix chemicals, keep items in their original containers, store them upright and out of reach of kids and pets and do not pour them down a drain.
Plan ahead
Set these items aside before the crew arrives. It keeps the job on schedule and the load safe.
Set hazardous items aside, check local collection programs and let us handle everything else.
