Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility

Category: Waste management service in Martinez, California

Address: 4797 Imhoff Pl, Martinez, CA 94553, USA

Phone: +18006461431

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7AM–2PM

Tuesday: 7AM–2PM

Wednesday: 7AM–2PM

Thursday: 7AM–2PM

Friday: 7AM–2PM

Saturday: 7AM–2PM

Reviews

Nick Hernandez

Jun 18, 2022

I go to this waste disposal a couple times a year. The folks that work here are always professional and friendly. If I have to wait at all, it is a very short wait because they are organized. The whole process here is easy and streamlined- I greatly appreciate this service. Thank you!!!!

Kenneth Millson

Mar 23, 2022

Always an easy and pleasant event and I'm so glad there is a safe way to get rid of hazardous waste.

Deb Straub

Oct 28, 2021

This place is great. The staff person was efficient and friendly. He took the items out of my trunk for me and explained where to go to drop off my electronics for recycling. There was no line and no wait when I arrived. Couldn't have asked for an easier process!

Elene Sayre

Aug 23, 2021

This place is wonderful. Every time I drop off a box of hazardous chem waste, I have had friendly, efficient staff take care of it. As I am hugely concerned for our precious environment (which is more delicate than we knew and is just now in a state of imbalance), I am so very grateful for a facility that responsibly and safely disposes of chemical waste.

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Questions & Answers

Are appointments required for residential customers?

Luis Quintana | Aug 27, 2020
Nikolas Hamilton (Nik) | Aug 27, 2021

Not any more.

Can we dump liquid hand sanitizer here? If so how much?

Sai Kopacek | Mar 30, 2022
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Mar 30, 2022

We can accept hand sanitizer, but there are limits based on a number of factors. The best thing would be to call 800-646-1431 for more information.

Do residents need to get an appointment to drop-off wastes?

Muriel Fry | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

9/4/20 - As of today, Friday, September 4th, the HHW program is no longer requiring appointments for waste drop-off at the HHW facility. You may visit the facility any time during our operating hours of 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, excluding major holidays. Please be aware of possible service delays as we are operating in a different manner in order to keep the health and safety of our employees, our customers, and our community as our highest priority.

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are you open on Saturdays?

Wendy Nielsen | Aug 28, 2018
David | Aug 27, 2020

Yes, as of June 27th, they are open M-Sat 7am to 2pm, by appointment only. See main page for link to appointments.

Do you have hazard waste pickup?

Gary Gambalie | Mar 30, 2022
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Mar 30, 2022

No, Central San is not able to provide pick-up service for hazardous waste. One alternative would be to seek assistance from a neighbor or family member who could provide transportation. Keep in mind that there is a transportation restriction of 15 gallons or 125 pounds of material.

Can I drop off a mini fridge?

Diana Hong | Mar 30, 2022
Irene Pimentel | Mar 30, 2022

No I don't believe so I know the one in El cerrito does on Schmitz ave

Do you take an old microwave oven?

Tim Leong | Oct 1, 2021
LaPreda Thomas | Oct 1, 2021

No they don't take any type of home appliances only old and unused fluids e.g. paints, thinners, bleaches, all purpose cleaners, grouts of all types, adhesives, glues, wood varnishes, garden, auto, they even have tests kits for swimming pools, also the cleaning agents for pools the list goes on. These were just some of the items off the top I figured I'd type to give an idea as to what this place takes in and collect. To get rid of an old microwave either do a couple of things. 1 set out side with normal garbage recepticles, 2 was or take it to places that recycle, they shall either take the item or point you to exactly where to take the oven.

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Where can I dispose of expired vitamins and supplements, and energy shots?

Anastassios Retzios | Oct 1, 2021
walter haynes | Oct 1, 2021

If the substances are not poisonous place in plastic bag and put into trash

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are kerosene containers (5 gal) emptied & returned to me?

Becky Keck | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

Yes, assuming that it has not been contaminated with other substances, we can empty and return your container.

Is the reuse room open again?

Sun Flower | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

Yes, the Reuse Room is now open Monday – Saturday, 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Do paint cans have to be in a box?

Suzanne Barlettani | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

The most important thing is that any waste is safely contained. You can see tips on how to package items on our website: https://www.centralsan.org/post/packing-and-transport

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Is there a recycling for VHS tapes?

Janine Sanders | Aug 27, 2021
Nikolas Hamilton (Nik) | Aug 27, 2021

No. Use your local recycling service. You can usually dispose of vhs tapes in your home recycling bin.

Where can we dispose of an artificial Christmas tree in CCC?

Katrina Stone | Aug 27, 2021
R Alz | Aug 27, 2021

You could take him to the Republic Services in Martinez you could dump the tree there

do you take auto batteries ?

m lew | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

Yes, We do accept automotive batteries.

Do you accept Pressure treated lumber

Jim Fitzgerald | Aug 27, 2021
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2021

We do not accept treated wood waste. A couple of potential disposal locations would be Norcal Waste Systems in Vacaville and Waste Management Altamont Landfill in Livermore.

Do you take fluorescent tubes ?

Dr. Lisa Nhu | Aug 27, 2020
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2020

Yes, we accept flourescent tubes. You can find more details on what we do and do not take on our website: https://www.centralsan.org/post/whats-acceptable.

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How can I arrange Curbside pick up for large loads.

Barbara Kusha | Aug 27, 2020
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2020

If you are referring to disposal of household hazardous waste, Central San doesn't provide a pick-up service. You would need to make an appointment and drop-off the material at our facility. There is a maximum of 15 gallons or 125 pounds of material per trip, so you may need to schedule multiple appointments. If you are refering to a large trash pick-up, you would need to contact your solid waste provider.

Do you accept 5 gal. propane tanks and paint

Ann Sullivan | Aug 27, 2020
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2020

Yes, we accept paint and propane cylinders up to 5 gallons. There is a limit of 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip, and appointments are required for drop-off. You can find more information on what's acceptable here: https://www.centralsan.org/hhw

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coleman propane canisters? Can I bring them to you?

Zoe Schirmer | Aug 27, 2020
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2020

Yes. We accept disposable propane cannisters as well as 5-gallon refillable tanks.

Can you buy unused paint there?

Duane Ward | Aug 27, 2020
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Aug 27, 2020

We place re-usable items in the reuse room, where they can be picked up for free. The selection depends on what materials have been dropped off by other customers.

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do you accept cooking oil

Mike Sherman | Aug 27, 2020
David | Aug 27, 2020

Yes, they do, but only from households.

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under automotive care products, is used motor oil in that category??

Ray Valdez | Aug 28, 2019
D W | Aug 28, 2019

Yes! This is where I recycle my used motor oil and filters for my 4 cars.

do they take dryed paint

frank ortiz | Aug 28, 2019
K O'Brien | Aug 28, 2019

Yes

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what kind of waste disposal do u take besides paint?

Robert Clary | Aug 28, 2019
David | Aug 28, 2019

They take cleaners, pesticides, automotive products like oil and antifreeze, fertilizers, etc. Most chemicals that a homeowner would have they can take. If you have something that may seem odd, you should probably call and ask them. Their hotline number is (800) 646-1431.

Will there be someone to help me unload?

ramona escano | Aug 28, 2018
Donald Marsh | Aug 28, 2018

You pull in give them your driver license the ask what you have & they unload it you dont have to get out of your car

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Is it really no cost? Pretty sure I had to pay years ago the last time I used this facility for simple household type containers.

jim brisbon | Aug 28, 2018
Scot Long | Aug 28, 2018

15 items per day is their request. Service is free to drop off hazardous waste. You can also pick up grey water for your garden or yard here for free.

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is there a limit to how many gallons of paint can be dropped off

carl rosenblum | Aug 28, 2018
David | Aug 28, 2018

The amount IS based on the net volume of all of your waste. The maximum is 15 gallons. If you have 30 half-full 1-gallon cans, that would be 15 gallons of waste.

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