Household Hazardous Waste
Household hazardous waste cannot be disposed of in the trash!Something is hazardous if it can catch fire, react, or explode when mixed with other substances, or if it is toxic. When disposed of improperly, these wastes can do serious damage to the health of humans, wildlife and the environment.
Some examples of hazardous waste are:
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Electronics waste cannot be disposed of in the trash!
These include computers, televisions, and cellular phones. For more information on
electronic waste, please visit the Electronic/Universal Waste page.
Disposal Information
BOPA Drop
Vacaville Sanitary provides a convenient drop off for residential Electronic Waste at 855½ Davis Street, every Saturday from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Limit of 3 items per visit.
Participants must be able to lift the item from their vehicle and carry to the drop off area.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility
The Household Hazardous Waste Facility (HHW) is open every Saturday and accepts oil-based paints, solvents, pesticides, herbicides, aerosols, gas, auto fluids, and other household toxics. The facility accepts residential materials only.
Recycling used oil in Vacaville
Vacaville has nine conveniently located state-certified used oil collection centers. You can get cash back for used motor oil. Call (707) 454-5705 for a list of locations. Oil filters are accepted at the Vacaville Sanitary Service Recycling Center at 855½ Davis Street, The Cherry Pit, and Wright Tire and Service.
Vacaville Sanitary provides a convenient drop off for residential Electronic Waste at 855½ Davis Street, every Saturday from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Limit of 3 items per visit.
Participants must be able to lift the item from their vehicle and carry to the drop off area.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility
The Household Hazardous Waste Facility (HHW) is open every Saturday and accepts oil-based paints, solvents, pesticides, herbicides, aerosols, gas, auto fluids, and other household toxics. The facility accepts residential materials only.
Recycling used oil in Vacaville
Vacaville has nine conveniently located state-certified used oil collection centers. You can get cash back for used motor oil. Call (707) 454-5705 for a list of locations. Oil filters are accepted at the Vacaville Sanitary Service Recycling Center at 855½ Davis Street, The Cherry Pit, and Wright Tire and Service.
Additional Information
- VacavilleRecycling.com Hazardous Waste Page
- City of Vacaville Recycling Information line - 707-454-5705
- Solano County Department of Environmental Management - (707) 421-6770
- CA Integrated Waste Management Board Information Line - (800) 553-2962
- Department of Toxic Substances Control - (800) 698-6942
(to report hazardous waste violations only)