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How to get rid of household hazardous waste in Jackson County

Jackson County doesn’t take household hazardous waste at any of its sites. For pesticides, it refers you to the NC Cooperative Extension office at 828-586-4009; residents can bring 4-foot fluorescent bulbs and mercury thermostats to the transfer station.

Rules for household hazardous waste

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.

North Carolina’s collection days

One-day drop-offs that counties hold for their own residents. Coming up in the counties we cover:

  • Sat Oct. 17Alamance CountyElon University, Elon8 a.m. to noon
  • Sat Oct. 24Henderson CountyHenderson County Solid Waste, old activity building entrance, Hendersonville8 a.m. to noon
  • Sat Oct. 24Surry CountySurry County collection event, Mount Airy9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

All North Carolina collection days

From each county’s own page.

Household hazardous waste in other counties

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 14, 2026.

Sources: Jackson County: Solid Waste; NC DEQ: Household hazardous waste

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