Hazardous Trash Most homes contain hazardous product, such as cleaning solutions, pesticides, paint thinner, paints, used motor oil, and used car batteries. And don't pour them out in the driveway or into a sewer. Save hazardous products until you can get rid of them safely. Better yet, only buy what you are going to use immediately.
Many communities now sponsor special hazardous waste disposal days.
Trained, equipped experts accept and sort home hazardous waste, then dispose of it properly. Some service stations will accept used motor oil and car batteries. If your community doesn't offer proper household hazardous waste disposal, call your state environmental protection department to find out where you can take your hazardous waste.