Whatcom County Disposal Of Toxics

Whatcom County Disposal of Toxics, located at 3505 Airport Drive in Bellingham, WA 98225, offers a free service for households to dispose of hazardous waste such as used oil and fuels, automotive products, cleaners, compact fluorescent bulbs, fluorescent tube lights (daily limit of 15 tubes), HID bulbs (daily limit of 2 bulbs), latex paint, lawn and garden chemicals, mercury thermometers, oil-based paint products, rechargeable batteries (not alkaline), and solvents. However, they do not accept items like ammunition, asbestos, biomedical waste, dried latex paint, empty containers, explosives, radioactive waste, and unapproved business waste. Small businesses can dispose of some hazardous waste at the facility for a fee, with pricing information available in a PDF document on their website. The facility is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and the first Saturday of each month from 9 am to 4 pm. Visitors are advised to follow safety precautions when handling toxic materials, store hazardous products safely away from children and pets, and avoid pouring chemicals into drains or onto the ground. Additionally, the facility encourages the use of eco-friendly and non-toxic products, providing a DIY alternative for an all-purpose cleaner and offering tips for cleaning ovens, drains, and toilet bowls using natural ingredients.