Household hazardous materials cannot be disposed in the landfill because of their caustic properties and potential for environmental contamination. The County has established a collection program where residents can drop off these materials for proper disposal by a certified Household Hazardous Waste contractor. Download a
Wake County Solid Waste Recycling Guide (pdf).
Operational Hours:
Locations:
- North Wake: 9037 Deponie Drive, Raleigh [map]
- South Wake: 6130 Old Smithfield Road, Apex [map]
Accepted Items:
- Acids/bases
- Fire extinguishers (dry chemical)
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Fuel oil/lighter fluid/kerosene
- Household cleaners/chemicals
- Mercury thermometers
- Paints/lacquers/polishes
- Pesticides/herbicides/poisons
- Photographic chemicals
- Propane tanks
- Solvents/thinners/wood preservatives
Unacceptable Items:
- Ammunition
- Commercially generated waste
- Explosives/shock-sensitive items
- Hypodermic needles/syringes
- Medical waste
- Radioactive materials
- Smoke detectors
- Trash/recyclables
- Unknown materials
Have questions or need more information? Contact Lowell Shaw or call 919-856-7400.