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Household Hazardous Waste

Get rid of household hazardous waste safely year-round. Common products, such as cleaners, pesticides, batteries, and medical sharps, can harm people, pets and the environment. Never throw them in the trash or pour them down the drain. 

Find a waste drop-off location

Collection information

Batteries

Battery collection is only available for curbside residential customers. Learn more about residential battery collection.

For additional options contact 503-234-3000 or visit Metro.

Electronics

TVs, computers, monitors, printers, keyboards, tablets can be recycled for free at Oregon e-Cycles locations. Visit Oregon Ecycles or call 888-532-9253.

For electronics not covered by the Oregon e-Cycles Program, contact Metro at 503-234-3000. Visit Metro to find a recycler.  

Medical Sharps (Needles, Lancets and Syringes)

Gresham Sanitary Service

Gresham Sanitary Service is available for local medical sharps drop-off. Disposal is offered at City-established rates.

  • Three or less personal sized sharps containers: Visit Gresham Sanitary Service's website to check drop-off times.
  • Larger quantities or to drop off medical waste: Call 503-665-2424 to schedule an appointment. 

Metro

Medications

The Oregon Drug Take Back Program offers free medication drop-off at participating sites. Find a drop-off location or call 844-482-5322.

Motor Oil

Curbside residential customers can place motor oil in a clear one-gallon jug with a screw-on lid and put it next to the glass bin. Do not mix the oil with other chemicals or fluids.

For more options, visit Oregon Metro or call 503-254-3000

Paints and Stains

Drop off paints and stains for free at Paint Care locations. Find a location, visit Paint Care or call 855-724-6809.