Household Hazardous Waste

If the label says poison, toxic, danger, flammable, or keep out of reach of children, it is likely considered to be a Household Hazardous Material. These things are usually found in your garage or under your kitchen sink.

The Iowa DNR has a website with comprehensive information about Household Hazardous Materials.

Please see the list of materials we accept at the Freeport Recycling Center below. If it is something we accept, please bring it during business hours (6am-3pm) M-F. Please enter the facility through the pedestrian door on the right side of the large dock door. DO NOT LEAVE THESE ITEMS IN THE DROP OFF SHED OR OUTSIDE THE FACILITY.

Details

Examples of common Household Hazardous Materials we will accept:

  • Mouse poison, gopher pellets, insecticides, weed killers
  • oven cleaners, drain openers, solvents, strippers
  • pool chemicals
  • thermostats, thermometers
  • adhesives
  • fluorescent light bulbs
  • aerosol cans, propane tanks
  • motor oil, antifreeze

Things we do NOT accept:

  • Latex/Water based paint is not a hazardous material, dry it up and throw it in the trash.  Recycle the metal or plastic can when it is dry.
  • Alkaline batteries (single use batteries) are not hazardous. Throw them in the trash.
  • Medical waste and pharmaceuticals-consult your pharmacy or health care provider or Winneshiek County Public Health

The Iowa DNR has a Household Hazardous Materials website.