Household

Pay-As-You-Throw

For resources  to order "pay as you throw" bags and disposal stickers, please visit our other pages:

Resident Disposal Stickers

Pay-As-You-Throw Bag Companies

Cell Phones/Toner/Ink Jet Cartridge Recycling

 Cell phones, and those plastic ink cartridges can be recycled instead of going into a landfill.  Some companies even provide discounts on future orders or cash back for these items! Here are some resources below.

Textile Recycling

Recycling clothing can be a challenge for communities. However, if you are currently not recycling textiles, please consider offering this important recycling opportunity for your residents. Collect clean & dry clothing, belts and shoes. Items must be bagged and not picked over.

Note: If your facility has a swap shop, do not collect clothing, belts and shoes in the swap shop but encourage residents to place in a designated and secure clothing bin.

Resident Disposal Sticker Sources

Check out these resources below for ordering disposal stickers for transfer station use.

Refrigerant Reclamation

 Freon removal services; from refrigerators, A/C's, water coolers, etc.

Microwave Recycling

Microwaves can be recycled with your electronics OR with your scrap metal. 

If you choose to put your microwaves with your scrap metal, CAPACITORS MUST BE REMOVED. 

Mattress Recycling and Disposal

Local Option: Dismantle mattresses & box springs on site.

Dispose of wood in construction debris, metal in scrap metal and material in solid waste.

Household Batteries

Do you know how to safely dispose of batteries? Several options are available and listed below for a variety of battery types.

Asbestos Abatement Companies

Below is a list of resources for asbestos abatement companies found in the Northeast.

Antifreeze & Waste Oil Recycling/Disposal

NRRA has provided several resources below to contact for more information regarding safe recycling & disposal of antifreeze and waste oil.

The Northeast Resource Recovery Association