Very well run, good signage to tell you where to go. If you have junk to get rid of, this is the way to do it.
$28 minimum fee for dropping garbage though, and it goes up depending on weight of what you do off. But it's still cheap, all things considered.
Susan N.
Sep 18, 2021
It was slow going, and not very clear as to where regular trash was to be deposited ... Also chaotic with people who do not know how to back up their vehicle. They stopped the line into the facility for some reason and had everyone wait for a good 10-15 minutes ... Maybe they were on their break ... Glad I went and checked this off my list.
Natasha H
Jul 2, 2019
They have places to separate your trash from recyclables here which is great to see a way to help things get properly disposed of and reused if possible. The facility is actually fairly clean seeming and well maintained. The day I was there I did not notice a horrible stench but it was also a cool day outside so not sure what it's like on hot sunny summer days.
Victor Sullivan
Mar 17, 2019
This is the closest transfer station to my house that excepts appliances. You can recycle washer's and dryers and water heaters among other things at no charge. I live in Renton but Renton does not recycle appliances.
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Questions & Answers
can I recycle batteries lithium, small liquid, AAA to D
Tim Collette | Aug 12, 2022
Mike Martinez | Aug 13, 2022
Yes you can, they're closed on Mondays. Tues- Sunday they're open.
All types except toxic/hazerdous liquids. Paint has to be dry in the can. And no flammable
Can I drop off a non-working A/C window unit at Factoria station
Mindy Flotlin | Aug 12, 2022
Bill Richards | Aug 13, 2022
Yes you can!
Does Factoria Station take #5 plastic containers such as the takeout containers from the restaurant ? I cleaned all my #5 plastic containers with soup and water like cleaning my own dishes and then let them dry and stacked them up in bundles.
Grace Yang | Aug 12, 2022
Виталий Гобжила | Aug 13, 2022
Yes
Can I dispose of 4 ft fluorescent bulbs?
Jeff Lyman | Aug 12, 2022
Dave Hautajarvi | Aug 13, 2022
Yes
can i bring in tree stumps or logs?
James Wolter | Aug 12, 2022
Maxwell Larsen | Aug 13, 2022
Yes. They have a green waste section
Can I dispose car oil and paint?
Jimmy Ramirez | Aug 12, 2022
Predrag Nikolik | Aug 13, 2022
Yes, just declare it as hazardous waste
can we drop off electronics??
Mary Wilkerson | Aug 12, 2022
Raul Meneses | Aug 13, 2022
Fridges, TV's and mattress have an extra cost, stove's and ovens can be recycled, dish washers are garbage as long as the box is plastic...
I hope that helps !
They charge by weight and it has to be secured, I work for busby junk removal, instead of paying for a U-Haul and doing multiple trips you can call us and schedule a time to come out and we can take whatever you wanna get rid of, prices start at $119 for a minimum load which by volume is considered a love seat
I have a metal bedframe I want to recycle. It is completely metal but painted. Powder coated, I think. Does that go to metal recycling bin?
Meryll Larkin | Aug 11, 2022
Baro Kim | Aug 12, 2022
Yes, I believe so.
Do you accept fluorescent lamps and fixtures?
Pat Callahan | Aug 11, 2022
Jeeperiam97 | Aug 12, 2022
Fluorescent bulbs goes in the hazardous waste section and the fixtures normal garbage area
What do the colored stripes mean?
Susan N. | Aug 11, 2022
charlie sliwoski | Aug 12, 2022
The colored stripes lead to different areas to help avoid confusion. Garbage, recycle, yard waste etc. When you check in at the front gate they ask you what you are dumping and then direct you to follow the appropriate stripe.
Will they take a broken ceramic bird bath?
Cheryl Hardeman | Aug 12, 2022
Predrag Nikolik | Aug 13, 2022
Yes - they will.
Can I recycle foam from cushions?
A Google User | Aug 12, 2022
Alex Shogren | Aug 13, 2022
Not at the transfer station.
Can I recycle tires?
A Google User | Aug 12, 2022
Tony Yuhas | Aug 13, 2022
Last time I checked there was a 4 tires per day limit.
Does it take dishwasher? Is it free?
tt | Aug 12, 2022
Nick Ravagni | Aug 13, 2022
Yes they will take appliances. Dishwashers, water heaters, etc are free. Appliances with refrigerant cost a small fee to dispose of.
How can I get rid of an old gas powered lawn mower?
Todd Lien | Aug 12, 2022
zebulun hamilton | Aug 13, 2022
Just drain the oil and gas out of it and you can take it to the transfer station
Do you take counter top microwave oven?
Joseph Ma | Aug 12, 2022
Barry Scovel | Aug 13, 2022
Yes. Let them know when you come in. There is a special area for appliances, could be free to drop off.
Do you take styrifoam?
A Google User | Aug 12, 2022
Jame Potte | Aug 13, 2022
Yes they do they take everything for a price.
Quick question do you take car battery's at the Factoria location?
Casey Jaeger | Aug 12, 2022
Jeff Driscoll | Aug 13, 2022
Yes
Do they take artificial Christmas trees?
Pat Decker | Aug 12, 2022
Sasha Faulk | Aug 13, 2022
Yes, just in the regular garbage
Does Factoria recyle TV's?
Margot Blacker | Aug 12, 2022
Mikael Burgos | Aug 13, 2022
No they do not but rain city in auburn does
Do you take light bulbs?
michele keller | Aug 12, 2022
Herb Marselas | Aug 13, 2022
Incandescent? Throw them in the trash. CFL or fluorescent, yes
Can I dispose of asphalt shingles in this facility?
KC STRIKE DRUMS | Aug 12, 2022
joe choi | Aug 13, 2022
Yes, I believe so, but might have day of the week restrictions, when they have the right staffing. Give them a call, I've had no issues getting info from them. All in all, they good nice people working there.
I have recently removed and replaced a bunch of Trex decking. The boards are cut into manageable lengths but will the Factoria transfer station accept Trex?
Brian Nelson | Aug 12, 2022
Mike Martinez | Aug 13, 2022
Yes, it'll be a garbage charge.
I have some small boxes of nails. Can i dispose of them there
Rod Boyer | Aug 12, 2022
Brian Johnson | Aug 13, 2022
Yes you can they have a recycle bin just for metal and nails
Do you take roofing waste?
Andres Monroy | Aug 12, 2022
Jeremy john Bartlett | Aug 13, 2022
Yes, it's garbage.
What do I do with old RR ties that I've pulled out of the landscaping?
Do you take light fluorescent tubes? If so how many at a time
Kayla Griesinger | Aug 12, 2022
Wasteful time | Aug 13, 2022
Yes. 10 per day.
Can I bring an old grill to the dump also can I bring an old lawnmower has no oil no gas in it and can I bring old mattresses to the dump
Kevin Pates | Aug 12, 2022
Mike Martinez | Aug 13, 2022
The grill and lawnmower is free because its scrap metal. The mattress is garbage so the minimum is $26. Just make sure the metal (grill & lawnmower) goes in the metal area/ bin.
Yeah... I think 'yard waste' would include anything that would go in an 'organic recycling waste container' plus other things not mentioned. To be sure, go to any transfer station website and get the official definition of what is included.
Yes you can stick them in the garbage but it's somewhere around $20 for a car and $25 for a SUV or truck. Goodwill does not take them. You might try giving them away free on Craigslist if they're in decent shape. Learned this from personal experience.