How to get rid of household hazardous waste in Polk County
Take it to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility. There’s no fee. Limit: fuel in containers up to 5 gallons.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Polk County residents, free; no businesses
| Monday to Thursday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8 a.m. to noon |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
5 Environmental Loop S., Winter Haven, FL
Rules for household hazardous waste
- Fee
- Free
- Limit
- Fuel in containers up to 5 gallons
- Residency
- Polk County residents only
- Pesticides, propane and other gas cylinders, fluorescent bulbs, flares, and paint. Not sharps, medicines, or biohazardous waste. The county also holds hazardous waste and electronics collection days.
Florida’s collection days
One-day drop-offs that counties hold for their own residents. Coming up in the counties we cover:
- Wed Oct. 21Lee CountyHousehold chemical collection, Estero9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Sat Oct. 24Orange CountyEast River High School, Orlando8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Sat Oct. 24Pinellas CountyHHW North, Clearwater9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Household hazardous waste in other counties
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