Household Hazardous Waste
City of Burlington residents can dispose of household hazardous waste safely and free of charge at the Halton Waste Management Site.
Household hazardous waste can have damaging effects on the environment. You should never pour household hazardous waste down the drain or place it with regular garbage. Keep hazardous waste out of our storm sewers to protect our water systems.
Common types of household hazardous waste include:
- Acids, solvents and glues
- Aerosols
- Automotive liquids and oil filters
- Batteries
- Fluorescent lights and CFL bulbs
- Household cleaners, bleach and pool chemicals
- Medications
- Mercury-containing devices
- Paints and stains
- Personal care products
- Pesticides, garden chemicals and fertilizers
- Pressurized cylinders
- Sharps
- Waste cooking oil
Check out the Halton Waste Management Site to learn what types of hazardous waste materials are accepted and how to safely dispose of them.