Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials
Republic Services holds household hazardous waste event for Benton County residents.
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Republic Services invites all residents of Benton County to bring their household hazardous wastes to 110 NE Walnut Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330 for safe disposal and recycling. There is no charge for residential customers with household quantities of waste. The quarterly event is a chance for residents to safely and environmentally responsibly dispose of items that can’t be tossed in the weekly trash cart. This includes household quantities (5 gallons max) of:
- Paint, motor oil, and other car fluids
- Batteries, fluorescent tubes, and electronics
- Pesticides and herbicides
“We are proud to partner with Benton County residents on this event to keep our community and environment clean,” said Julie Jackson, Municipal Manager for Republic Services.
Whether it is paint, electronics, pesticides, herbicides or other household chemicals, Republic Services will take these items to be safely processed, and where possible, recycled so they can be used for future products.
There are some items however, that will not be accepted at this event such as:
- Ammunition, explosives, and fireworks,
- Biological or medical waste and sharps,
- Business and industrial waste is accepted by appointment only.
Business and residents wishing to dispose of industrial waste or larger-than-household quantities of waste should call 916-693-4496 to schedule a drop-off time for Friday, February 7.
Future dates will include Saturday, May 11, 2025; Saturday, August 10, 2025; and Saturday, November 9, 2025.
For more information, and to see a calendar of future events please visit: republicservices.com/corvallis
| Accepted at Household Hazardous Waste Events | Not Accepted at Household Hazardous Waste Events |
|---|---|
| Antifreeze | Business waste (by appointment only, see event info above) |
| Batteries | Ammunitions, Explosives, and Fireworks |
| Cleaners / degreasers | Biological waste |
| Fertilizers | Fluoric acid |
| Fire extinguishers | Medication, Drugs |
| Fluorescent tubes/bulbs | Radiators |
| Herbicides | Radioactive materials |
| Motor Oil / Car Fluids | Rusty ether containers |
| Paints/stains | Sharps |
| Pesticides / insecticides | Smoke alarms – may be disposed of in household garbage if you are unable to return them to the manufacturer |
| Photographic chemicals | |
| Space heaters (oil-filled) | |
| Thinners/solvents | |
| Other hazardous products labeled: flammable, toxic, poison, danger, warning or caution |
How to Reduce Hazardous Materials At Home
| Purpose | Safer Alternative |
|---|---|
| Drain Cleaner | Use a plunger or plumber’s snake. |
| Glass Cleaner | Mix one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice in one quart of water. Spray on and use newspaper to dry. |
| Furniture Polish | Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice in one pint of mineral or vegetable oil and wipe furniture. |
| Rug Deodorizer | Liberally sprinkle carpets with baking soda. Wait at least 15 minutes and vacuum. Repeat if necessary. |
| Silver Polish | Boil two to three inches of water in a shallow pan with one teaspoon of salt, one teaspoon of baking soda and a sheet of aluminum foil. Totally submerge silver and boil for two to three more minutes. Wipe away tarnish and repeat if necessary. |
| Mothballs | Use cedar chips, lavender flowers, rosemary, mints or white peppercorns. |
- Use safer product alternatives, common options listed above
- Before purchasing and using, read product labels and follow instructions
- Limit purchasing to only what you need and will use entirely
- Give usable and unwanted products to others who will use them
- Take unwanted products to a quarterly household hazardous waste event (dates above).
- Learn more about household hazardous waste and how to reduce it – DEQ and Metro Hazardless Home Handbook