Household Hazardous Waste Program
Collection Schedule
HHW Collection Schedule rotates between nine locations throughout the county. Make
an appointment for any collection that is most convenient for you. This drop-off
disposal service is for residential household hazardous waste from county
residents.
Wastes Accepted
- Paint, paint thinner, varnish, and stain;
- Garden, swimming pool, and hobby chemicals;
- Household cleaning products and aerosol spray cans;
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- Flourescent tubes, propane tanks, and automotive products (gasoline);
- Automotive products (gasoline, contaminated oil);
- Thermometers and other mercury wastes;
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If you only have Latex paint, antifreeze, motor oil, oil filters,
automotive batteries, household batteries, or fluorescent tubes, you can check our
list of collection centers for a location nearest you.
Wastes Not Accepted
- Asbestos*
- Appliances*
- Business wastes*
- Construction wastes*
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- Compressed Gas Cylinders (except propane up to 5 gallons in size)
- Explosives/Ammunition/Fireworks
- Tires
- Any waste in a container larger than five (5) gallons.
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*For information on disposal of these items please visit RecycleWorks for information.
For disposal of all other items please contact our office at
(650) 372-6200.
Medical Waste Disposal Information
Business Waste
See our Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Business Collection Program.
Questions?
Contact us at
ehcomplaints@co.sanmateo.ca.us
or call
(650) 372-6200.
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