Recycling Electronic Waste
Electronic waste (e-waste) can be recycled at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, located in Wolcott.
No appointment is necessary and the cost to dispose of electronic waste is $.20 per pound. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Acceptable electronics include computer monitors, VCRs, TVs, microwaves, laptops, keyboards, printers, fax machines, cell phones and computer hard drives. This service is available for both business and residential waste. For a full list of acceptable items please call 970-328-3463.
Common Household Hazardous Waste
A typical house can contain a vast number of hazardous products used for cleaning, painting, disinfecting, lubricating, killing pests and weeds, inside the house, yard, workshop, and garage. These products may be toxic, poison, corrosive, combustible, flammable, or an irritant. The leftover contents of such consumer products are known as Household Hazardous Waste.
Lawn and Garden Products
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Beauty Products and Medicines
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| Insect spray |
Alcohol-based lotion |
| Fertilizer |
Isopropyl alcohol |
| Pesticide/insecticide/rotendicides |
Medicine |
| Fungicide |
Nail polish and nail polish remover |
| Herbicide |
Hair dye |
| Weed killer |
Aerosol products |
Paint and Paint-related Products
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Household Cleaners
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| Latex-based paint |
Ammonia-based cleaner |
| Oil-based paint |
Oven and drain cleaner |
| Paint thinner |
Floor care products |
| Turpentine paint stripper |
Aerosol cleaners |
| Rust remover |
Metal polish and cleaner |
| Wood stain |
Bleach-based cleaner (laundry) |
| Varnish |
Tub, tile, shower cleaner |
| Adhesives and glues |
Toilet cleaner |
| Furniture strippers |
Wood polish and cleaner |
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Swimming pool chemicals |
Automotive Fluids and Batteries
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Miscellaneous
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| Used motor oil and filters |
Fiberglass epoxy |
| Gasoline fuel and diesel fuel |
Mercury thermostats and batteries |
| Lead acid batteries |
Fluorescent light bulbs |
| Antifreeze |
Photographic chemicals |
| Brake and transmission fluid |
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Electronic Waste
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Other Products
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| Television/computer monitors |
Propane tank |
| Microwaves |
Compressed gas cylinder |
| Laptops |
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| Keyboards |
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| Printers |
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| Fax machines |
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| Cell phones |
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| Computer hard drives |
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| VCRs |
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