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West County HHW Collection Facility - Richmond - 101 Pittsburg Ave.
West County HHW Collection Facility
101 Pittsburg Ave., Richmond, California 94801
(888) 412-9277
Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 9am-4pm (closed 12-12:30pm)
Accepts the materials listed below at no charge from residents of West County only (Crockett, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Hercules, Kensington, Montalvin Manor, North Richmond, Pinole, Port Costa, Richmond, Rodeo San Pablo, Tara Hills, Tormey and other unincorporated areas in West County). Proof of residency required, a driver's license is preferred, but will accept garbage or utility bill. Transportation Limits for Residents - 15 gallons or 125 pounds, Small Businesses - 27 gallons or 220 pounds. No containers larger than 5 gallons. Please call or visit their website for additional details on transportation limits and delivery requirements.
West County businesses generating less than 27 gallons or 220 pounds of hazardous waste per month may participate in the Very Small Quantity Generator Program (VSQG) at the West Contra Costa Permanent HHW Facility located in Richmond. Fees apply. Fill out this form. Click here to learn additional information on requirements for program use, or call 1-888-412-9277.
See website for details for residents & businesses.
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| Aerosol Can - Non-empty |
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| Antifreeze |
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| Batteries - Automotive or Boat |
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| Batteries - Automotive or Boat |
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| Batteries - Household - Rechargeable (up to 5 lbs) |
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| Batteries - Household - Single-Use |
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| Cameras & Camcorders - Non-working |
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| Cell Phones - Non-working |
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| Christmas Lights - Non-working | Only accepts LED lights. Incandescent lights go in the trash. |
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| Computer Accessories - Non-working |
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| Computer Monitors - Non-working |
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| Computers - Non-working |
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| Cooking Oil/Grease/Fats |
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| Copy Machines - Non-working |
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| Electronics - Non-working |
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| Exit Signs -Tritium | Accepted through the CESQ or the VSQG program for business waste. Go to their website for details. |
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| Fire Extinguishers |
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| Flares - Road |
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| Fuel | Gasoline & diesel fuels; automotive fuel filters accepted. |
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| Gaming Systems & Accessories - Non-working |
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| Greeting Cards - Musical/Electronic Piece |
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| Hazardous Materials & Wastes |
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| Helium Tanks - Non-empty | Pressurized gas cylinders 5 gallons and under only. |
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| Household Cleaners |
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| Ink Cartridges |
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| Inks |
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| Lacquers/Stains/Varnishes |
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| Light Bulbs - CFLs |
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| Light Bulbs - Fluorescent Tubes |
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| Light Bulbs - LED |
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| Mattresses & Box Springs | Republic Services has teamed up with the Mattress Recycling Council’s Bye Bye Mattress Program to allow eligible residents to drop-off old unwanted mattresses, box springs or futons at no additional charge. Limit is 3 items per month. Access their schedule, list of eligible communities, guidelines, and items that are not accepted by going to: https://recyclemore.com/guide/mattresses-box-springs/ |
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| Medications | No controlled substances. |
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| Mercury Thermometers |
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| Mercury-Containing Items |
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| Microwave - Non-working |
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| Motor Oil |
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| Nail polish - Non-empty |
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| Needles & Syringes | Accepted in approved sharps collection containers. |
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| Oil Filters |
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| Paint - Interior & Exterior - Used/Wet |
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| Personal Care & Beauty Products - Used |
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| Printers/Faxes - Non-working |
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| Propane Cylinders - 1 lb - Empty Single-use |
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| Propane Cylinders - 1 lb - Refillable |
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| Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms - Non-working |
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| Television - Non-working |
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| Thermostats |
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| Toner Cartridges |
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| Toys & Games - With Electronics - Non-working |
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| VCRs/CD/DVD Players - Non-working |
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| Video Projectors - Non-working | Accepts video projectors with circuit boards. All others go in the trash. |
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| X-Ray Film |
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