Carlsbad CA— Carlsbad residents can get rid of old paint, pesticides, cleaners and other household hazardous waste for free at the city’s annual household hazardous waste collection event, Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
To participate, residents must make an appointment beginning April 6 via the city’s website, www.carlsbadca.gov/hhw, or appointment line, 760-602-7559. Proof of Carlsbad residency is required. The drop off location will be provided once an appointment is confirmed. Appointments fill up quickly, so residents are encouraged to sign up as early as possible.
At the collection site, residents may dispose of one carload of waste per scheduled appointment (up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds). Residents are asked to make an additional appointment if they have more than one carload of waste, so they comply with laws governing how much household hazardous waste may be transported in one car.
Hazardous items should be transported with caution by placing items in sealed and sturdy containers to ensure that they do not spill.
In addition to the annual household hazardous waste event, residents can schedule a pickup from their homes by calling 800-714-1195. There is a $10 copay for this service.
Residents may also drop off hazardous materials year round at two free drop-off centers:
PSC HHW facility
1145 East Taylor St.
Vista, CA 92084
800-714-1195/Call for hours
Waste Management HHW facility
2880 Industry St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
760-929-9400/Call for hours
Proof of residency is required
Eligible Disposal Items
Aerosols
Asbestos (3-foot sections)
All-purpose cleaners
Anti-freeze
Auto batteries
Auto fluids
Computers and components
Disinfectants
Drain openers
Electronics
Fertilizers
Fluorescent bulbs
Furniture polish/stains
Gasoline
Glue
Household batteries
Household cleaners
Insecticides
Kerosene
Lighter fluid
Mercury thermostats
Motor oil
Needles or lancets
Oil filters
Oven cleaner
Latex paint
Oil-based paint
Pesticides/herbicides
Pool chemicals
Prescription medication
Solvents
Thinners
TV’s
Varnishes
E-waste
For more information
Call 760-602-7559 for more information or to make an appointment for the May 2 event.