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RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL ALTERNATIVES FOR VARIOUS
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Bucks County Planning Commission
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Bucks County Commissioners
Charles H. Martin
James F. Cawley, Esq.
Vice Chairman
Chairman
David M. Sanko
Chief Operating Officer
Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia, LCSW
Recycling Guide may be purchased at:
Neshaminy Manor Center
1260 Almshouse Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Phone: 215-345-3400
Fax: 215-345-3886
Email: bcpc@co.bucks.pa.us
Disclaimer
Reference herein to any specific product, process, or service, by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, website or
otherwise, does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the County of Bucks’. The
information is provided in an effort to offer suggestions on how materials might be diverted from the waste stream
and reused or recycled. It is expected that the reader will use their best judgment when implementing a suggestion
contained in this guide.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction
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Fiberglass
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Fire Extinguishers
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Aerosol Cans
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Flares
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Ammunition/Explosives
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Freon
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Animal Waste
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Fuels/Solvents
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Appliances
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Furniture
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Asbestos
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Aseptic Packaging
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Glass
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Automotive
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Greeting Cards Recycling
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Batteries
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Hazardous Waste
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Books
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Helium Tanks
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Home Repair
13
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Cardboard
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Household Hazardous Waste
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Carpet
6
Housewares
14
Cell Phones
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Cleaning Products
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Junk
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Clothing
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Junk Mail
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Computer Equipment
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Cylinders
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Lawn Mowers
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Construction/Demolition Material
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Lead
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Lumber
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Driveway Sealer
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Eyeglasses
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Electronic Equipment
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Fertilizers
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Magnetic Media
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Medicine
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Mercury
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Metals
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Miscellaneous
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Table of Contents continued
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Nail Polish
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Nail Polish Remover
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Needles
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X-Ray and MRI Film
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Yardwaste
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Oil
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Zinc
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Packing Peanuts
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Pallets
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Paper
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Paint and Related
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Pesticides
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Photo Chemical
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Plastic
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Polystyrene
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Pool Chemicals
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Propane Tanks
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RV Waste Tanks
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Appendices
Appendix A
2008 Household Hazardous Waste
Schedule
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Appendix B-1
Recycling Drop-Off Locations in Lower
Bucks County
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Appendix B-2
Recycling Drop-Off Locations in Central Bucks County
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Appendix B-3
Recycling Drop-Off Locations in Upper
Bucks County
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Appendix C-1
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Sharps
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Shoes
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Smoke Alarms
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Solvents
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Styrofoam
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Syringes/Lancets
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Tanks
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Tennis Balls
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Textiles
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Tires
23
Toner/Laser Cartridges
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Toys
24
Used Automotive Products Recycling
in Lower Bucks County
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Appendix C-2
Used Automobile Products Recycling
in Central and Upper Bucks County
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Appendix D
Propane Tank (20lb.) Drop-Off Sites
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Appendix E
Thrift Store and Charitable Organizations
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Introduction
Since the advent of the “recycling law,” the Municipal Waste, Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act (Act 101) that was enacted in 1988, we have
attained a recycling rate in Bucks County of about 35
percent. The legislation addresses the residential recycling of paper, food and beverage containers (glass,
aluminum, steel and plastic) and many materials generated in commercial establishments. However, there are
still many products and materials that can be reused
cell phones are being disposed of at an alarming rate.
The National Safety Council estimates that by the end
of 2007, Americans will have discarded as many as
500 million computers. Due to the hazardous components in many electronics, most notable being lead, old
computers and portable televisions have now become
a regular part of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program.
Many household materials are considered haz-
and recycled that are not addressed by the legislation.
The Guide to Recycling in Bucks County was
first published in 1997 during a time when recycling
efforts had attained great success. Curbside recycling
programs were in place and the amount of material
being discarded into the municipal waste stream was
significantly reduced. As a result, many people were
searching for ways to divert even more material from
the waste stream that were not typically part of the
curbside programs. In response to these inquiries, this
guide was developed to provide suggestions that would
aid in the reuse and recycling of many products and
materials. These materials typically require the ‘owners’
to take it upon themselves to locate a facility or pro-
ardous and are no longer permitted to be disposed in
the local landfill. Therefore, individuals who chose to
purchase these materials need to accept some of the
responsibility for their proper disposal. Whether it is that
next computer, cell phone, or a non-recyclable helium
tank to fill a bouquet of party balloons, the ultimate disposal of that product should be considered prior to its
purchase. We cannot expect that “they” will provide a
ready means of disposal for a product just because its
owner is ready to dispose of it. There may not always
be a readily available facility to accept our particular
waste.
The Guide to Recycling in Bucks County is de-
gram that will accept such items for reuse or recycling.
signed to provide information and ideas on how and
This guide was designed to assist them in doing that.
where to properly recycle, or dispose of, if appropriate,
Now, ten years after the preparation of the first
Guide to Recycling in Bucks County, it is necessary to
update it in order to include new information on where
many products and materials may be taken for reuse or
recycling. Whether measuring by the number of units or
total weight, one waste category in particular has in-
a variety of materials typically generated from residences that, at the very least, are reusable or recyclable, but may also have potentially harmful impacts on
the environment if they are simply thrown into the regular trash.
continued ...
creased at a greater rate than any other --- electronics.
Old computers and their peripherals, televisions, and
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Introduction continued
After you have had an opportunity to use the guide, if
Included in the guide is information about:
what to do with old motor oil and antifreeze
what to do with old tires
you have any questions, or suggestions and comments
for future updates of this booklet, we would like to hear
from you.
what is the best way to handle
“sharps” (syringes) produced in the home?
what should I do with my old computer?
should I recycle all household batteries?
how to properly dispose of old appliances
what to do with a variety of other hard to recycle
items
It is not expected that this guide will provide the answer
for every possible material that is destined to be disposed of in the residential trash. But it will help in providing some direction on how to handle many of these
products and materials.
The information will provide you with some specific
ways to recycle materials that may have been considered nonrecyclable as well as cause the reader to reevaluate their current buying habits. A review of this
guide will also show that some items, due to their hazardous characteristics, need to be stored until the next
household hazardous waste collection program. Which
only serves to emphasize the need to buy only what
you need of a product for the job at hand?
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BUCKS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
1260 Almshouse road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Phone: 215-345-3400
Fax: 215-345-3886
Email: bcpc @co.bucks.pa.us
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AEROSOL CANS
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Many curbside programs will accept empty aerosol cans in with the commingled recyclables.
Contact your hauler or municipality for details.
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If not recyclable – dispose of in regular trash.
Not empty
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Use up according to label instructions, and, if applicable, recycle can as above.
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Donate to a local organization, if contents are usable paint (i.e. local Theater groups)
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See “Household Hazardous Waste”
AMMUNITION/EXPLOSIVES
Small Caliber
For suggestions on how to safely dispose of small caliber ammunition call your local police department or
check the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under —”Guns & Gunsmiths.” Some gun shops will
accept small caliber ammunition. Call first to determine if they will accept your materials before handling or
transporting.
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Dimmings Gun shop, Chalfont, 215-822-8240
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Quinby’s Gun shop, Dublin, 215-249-1144
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Target World, Chalfont, 215-822-3900
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Pistol People, Bensalem, 215-245-7211
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Classic Pistol, Southampton, 215-953-7264
Large caliber ordnance, “black powder” or other munitions — Call 911.
ANIMAL WASTE
Dog or Cat Waste
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Place in sealed container or plastic bag and dispose of in regular trash collection.
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Do not place in backyard compost pile.
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Manure
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Contact Bill McFadden, USDA, 215-453-9527
APPLIANCES (WHICH NORMALLY CONTAIN FREON – NON-WORKING)
Air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and refrigerators
Appliances that contain or once contained Freon, whether there is Freon in the system now or not, are
handled separately from regular trash.
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Contact your trash hauler (see yellow pages under "rubbish") to obtain information on the cost and
procedure for collection. Some will accept an appliance with Freon, others will take only if the Freon
has been properly removed by a certified HVAC technician.
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For certified Freon removal contact a certified refrigeration repair company. Some will provide this
service for a fee. See Yellow Pages - "Appliances – Major - Repair" or "Refrigerator & Freezer Service and Repair."
(Working Appliances)
The RePlace Discount Store, Allentown, 610-709-0205
www.goodshepherdrehab.org/work-services/the-replace-store.asp
Drop-off sites that will accept old appliances that contain Freon (for a fee):
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Shulberger, Quakertown, 215-538-1800
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Joe Mattero Recycling Inc., Lansdale 215-855-4808
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Delaware Valley Scrap, Bristol, 215-949-1191
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Recycled Metals Corp., Conshohocken, 610-828-5553
APPLIANCES (THAT DO NOT CONTAIN FREON)
Large - “White goods” (e.g. washer, dryer, water heater)
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Contact your waste hauler concerning bulk pick-up.
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See Yellow Pages—“Scrap Metals” or “Recycling Centers.”
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Drop off sites:
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Delaware Valley Scrap, Bristol, 215-949-1191
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C.D.R. (Construction, Demolition, Recycling), Southampton, 215-322-2372
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Geese Auto Salvage, Bedminster, 215-795-2302
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Joe Mattero Recycling Inc., Lansdale, 215-855-4808
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H. Blinderman & Son, Hellertown, 610-838-9221
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The RePlace Discount Store, Allentown, 610-709-0205
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Wilcox Auto Salvage, Inc., Sellersville, 215-257-3305
Small (working and still usable)
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Kitchen appliances, fans, humidifiers, portable TVs, stereos, radios, etc.
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Impact Services Corp. - 215-739-1600
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See Yellow Pages - “Social Service Organizations”
Small (nonworking)
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Portable TV – see “Household Hazardous Waste”
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Dispose of in regular trash.
ASBESTOS (SHINGLES, PIPES, PIPE WRAP)
Large quantities — contact Waste Management Inc. of PA, Customer Service, 800-869-5566
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See yellow pages under "Asbestos Removal and Abatement Services," for contractor licensed to
properly remove and dispose of asbestos.
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Labor and Industries of PA licenses’ companies that remove asbestos from homes and businesses.
They may be contacted at 717-772-3396 or www.dli.state.pa.us. They can provide a list of qualified
contractors. Any contractor should be able to show a certification of having taken Labor and Industry
course, plus annual recertification. PADEP suggests that if asbestos is in original condition as when
installed (not physically damaged) it does not warrant being removed.
Small quantities — Double wrap in plastic trash bags – see “Household Hazardous Waste”
ASEPTIC PACKAGING (DRINK BOXES)
For information go to the Aseptic Packaging Council website at www.aseptic.org
Aseptic Package recycling
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Recycling Services Inc., Pottstown, 610-323-8545, www.recyclingservices.org
AUTOMOTIVE (NOTE: Never dispose of any of these products into an on-lot septic system, storm drain, or directly
into any watercourse.)
Antifreeze
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See Appendix C.
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Contact your local automobile service center.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste”
Battery (car, boat, motorcycle etc.)
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See Appendix C.
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Contact a major battery retailer (see Yellow Pages—“Batteries/Storage.”)
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Brake fluid
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Use up, or See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Cleaners (not solvent based)
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Use up or (if on public sewer service) pour down drain with plenty of water.
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Cleaners (solvent based)
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Use up or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Engine cleaner
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Use up or See “Household Hazardous Waste.” If ingredient TCE (trichloroethylene) or PCE
(perchloroethylene) is present, do not use, but save for Household Hazardous Waste collection.
Motor oil (used)
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See Appendix C.
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Contact your local automobile service center.
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Contact major oil retailer.
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Large quantities (greater than 55 gallons) — contact Safety Kleen, Fairless Hills, PA 215-736-8699
(www.safety-kleen.com)
Oil filters (used)
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See Appendix C.
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Wrap in several layers of newspaper and dispose of in regular trash.
Transmission fluid
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Use up or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
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Contact your local automobile service center.
Wax/polish with solvent base
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See “Household Hazardous Waste”
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Water-based wax/polish, dispose of in trash as municipal waste.
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BATTERIES
Household
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Typical household, non-rechargeable, alkaline, heavy-duty and other dry-cell batteries of the “AAA,”
“AA,” “C,” and “D” size
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Dispose of in regular trash.
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If you have large quantities of these batteries you can send them to Battery Solutions, which
accepts batteries of all types for recycling. As of August, 2007 the fee was - $.85 per pound,
plus shipping.
Battery Solutions, Michigan
www.batteryrecycling.com
800-852-8127
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Contact Radio Shack or jewelry/department store or place of purchase for availability of button
type battery recycling program
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Rechargeable Batteries (Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
and Small Sealed Lead (Pb).
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To find a store near you which recycles rechargeable batteries, call: 1-800-8battery (1-800-8228837)
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Go to the following website: www.rbrc.org
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Contact your local Radio Shack.
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Contact your local Office Depot
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Warehouse Battery Inc., Quakertown 215-538-3112 accepts Ni-Cads and automotive batteries,
www.warehousebattery.com
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Contact place of purchase for availability of Ni-Cad battery recycling program.
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For larger quantities or establishing a collection and recycling program contact:
www.rbrc.org
Manager of Recycling Activities
RBRC
1000 Parkwood Circle - Suite 450
Atlanta, GA 30339
877-723-1297 (toll free), Fax: 678-419-9986
or
Marla Prince
Ph: 770-751-0046
Fax: 770-751-3008
mprince@rbrc.com
Automotive (lead-acid)
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See Appendix C.
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Contact local automotive retailer of batteries. See Yellow Pages—“Batteries/Storage.”
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Warehouse Battery Inc., Quakertown, 215-538-3112
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Guaranteed Battery, Feasterville, 215-355-9978
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
BOOKS (IN GOOD CONDITION)
See Appendix E
Local Library – Contact your local library (they may sell used books as a fund raiser)
Hamlet House Farm, 999 E. Cherry Road, Quakertown – hard back and soft cover books only (no telephone
books, large or bulky textbooks, encyclopedia sets, junk mail or magazines).
Truck Load Quantities – Fox Run Recycling – Craig Reimer, 845-887-6022
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CARDBOARD (CORRUGATED)
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
Delaware Valley Scrap, Bristol 215-949-1191
Waste Management, Inc. of Indian Valley, Telford, 215-257-1142 (Drop-off recycling on Wed. afternoon,
noon to 5 p.m., and Sat. mornings, 8 to noon)
H. Blinderman & Son, Hellertown, 610-838-9221
Rapid Recycling, Oaks, 610-650-0737
Recycling Express, Frazer, 610-889-3172
Russell A. Morello & Son, Conshohocken, 610-828-1612
Contact your hauler (see "rubbish" in yellow pages)
See Appendix C—Upper Bucks
U-Haul—will take used boxes (flattened, in good condition)
CARPET (USED)
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372.
Set out for regular trash collection. (Contact hauler for details on size requirements).
Haul directly to landfill, 215-736-9400.
CELL PHONES
Contact your cell phone manufacturer/provider by phone or internet.
Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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A Woman’s Place, Doylestown, PA 18901
Office 215-343-9241
Hotline 800-220-8116
Fax 215-343-3411
E-mail awpbucks@voicenet.com
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Verizon Wireless Hope Line Program
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Woodhaven Verizon Wireless Communications, Bensalem, PA
610-638-5620
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Lehigh Valley Mall
Verizon Wireless Communications, Whitehall, PA
610-782-5240
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Wireless Recycling.Com (Recellular)
800-441-1544 Toll Free
email: info@wirelessrecycling.com
www.wirelessrecycling.com
Call2Recycle
www.call2recycle.org
Collective Good International
www.collectivegood.com/index.asp
Recycle First
www.recyclefirst.com
The Wireless Foundation
www.wirelessfoundation.org
Wireless: The New Recyclable
www.recyclewirelessphones.com/
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Concrete cleaner and general purpose cleaners
Use up according to label instructions
If product is corrosive, flammable or toxic see “Household Hazardous Waste”
See “Pool chemicals”
CLOTHING (WEARABLE AND UNSOILED)
See Appendix E
Local Drop-off boxes at various locations around your town, (www.planetaid.org)
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT (ALSO SEE “ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT”)
Computer Reusers
Computer reusers will accept newer computer systems. They will not take systems damaged beyond repair.
They do not purchase the computers. Most reusers are nonprofit organizations that refurbish the computers
and make them available to disadvantaged families, schools or non-profit organizations. Donation of
equipment can be recorded for tax purposes.
Acceptable equipment includes: (call before donating) Computers, monitors, printers, fax machines,
scanners, keyboards, mice, hardrives, modems, and computer software
Scrounge
Philadelphia
www.psu.edu/spacegrant/scrounge.html#
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The Children's Project
960 West Rittenhouse Rd, Audubon, PA 19403,
610-539-8480
http://www.teamchildren.com/digital-divide/digital-divide-initiative.html
Email: teamchildren@aol.com
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Nonprofit Technology Resources
Philadelphia, 215-564-6686
NTRonline.org
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Planet Aid, (www.planetaid.org) (laptops)
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National Christina Foundation
203-863-9100
www.cristina.org/
Computer Recyclers
Acceptable Equipment includes: Computers, monitors, scanners, printers, faxes, hard drives, and various
other computer related equipment.
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AERC Recycling, Allentown, PA 800-554-2372
www.aercrecycling.com/computer/
Amandi, Inc., Halstead PA, 800-711-6010, (commercial quantities)
Email at: www.enviro@epix.net
www.enviroinc.com
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A Plus Industries, Inc., Allentown, 800-253-7029
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Chase Electronic, Upper Darby, 610-449-8160
www.chaserecycling.com
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Dell
www.dell.com/recycling
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Ebay
www.ebay.com/rethink
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Elemental, Inc., Philadelphia, PA 215-289-1475 (commercial quantities)
www.eleminc.com
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EZ PC Recycling, Sinking Spring, PA, 610-621-4944
www.ezpcrecycling.com
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Hewlett Packard,
www.hp.com/go/recycle
Newtech Recycling, Inc., Bridgewater, NJ, 732-469-9774
www.newtechrecycling.com
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Office Depot
www.officedepot.com/techrecycling
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EPSON
httpL//www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/Recycle/RecycleProgram.jsp?BVUseBVCookie=yes
Circuit City
http://cc.eztradein.com/cc/
Pennsylvania Material Trader,
www.materialtrader.org
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Russell A Morello and Sons Inc., Conshohocken, 610-828-1612
www.ramsrecycle.com
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Staples
http://www.staples.com/sbd/content/about/soul/environment.html
Supreme Computer and Electronic Recycling, Lakewood, NJ – 732-370-4100 (commercial quantities)
Email at: mrunko@samrecovery.com
www.supremerecycling.com/
Recycle America Alliance – eCycling Services, Long Branch, NJ 732-870-2395 (commercial quantities)
Reclamere, Inc. Tyrone, PA, 814-684-5505 (commercial quantities)
www.reclamere.com
Miscellaneous - Computer Related
Floppy discs, CD's, videotapes, audiotapes, and other magnetic recording mediums. Contact the
following to determine acceptable materials.
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Ecodisk- will conditionally accept used diskettes and CDROM disks
Washington State, 1-888-797-7638
www.ecodisk.com
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Greendisk – can accept Diskettes, CD, CDR, CDRW, DVD and jewel cases, Video and audio
tapes and their cases, Inkjet and toner cartridges, Cell phones, pagers and PDAs for reuse.
Washington State, 1-800-305-3475
www.greendisk.com
CYLINDERS (PRESSURIZED) – (SEE “METALS”)
CONSTRUCTION/DEMOLITION MATERIAL
Asphalt, cinder block, concrete, roofing shingles
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
Habitat for Humanity, See Appendix E
Impact Services Corp., Philadelphia, PA, 215-739-1600 (Building materials)
Delaware Valley Recycling, Philadelphia, 215-724-2244
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DRIVEWAY SEALER – (SEE “HOME REPAIR”)
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EYEGLASSES
Lions Club, (www.lionsclub.org)
See Verizon Yellow Pages – (Optical Goods – Retail)
LensCrafters, Langhorne, 215-750-0773
Pearle Vision Centers, Doylestown, 215-230-4060
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (SEE ALSO COMPUTER EQUIPMENT)
Stereos, VCR's, faxes, copy machines, etc. (working)
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See Appendix E
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Impact Service Corp., Philadelphia 215-739-1600
TVs and Computer Monitors (non-working)
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Russell A. Morello and Sons Inc., Conshohocken, 610-828-1612
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Elemental, Inc., Philadelphia, PA 215-289-1475
www.eleminc.com
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Supreme Computer and Electronic Recycling, Lakewood, NJ – 732-370-4100
(commercial quantities)
Email at: mrunko@samrecovery.com
www.supremerecycling.com
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Amandi, Halstead PA, 800-711-6010, (commercial quantities)
www.enviroinc.com
Email at: www.enviro@epix.net
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Advanced Environmental Recycling Corp, Allentown, 800-554-2372
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See “Household Hazardous Waste”
Stereos, VCR's, faxes, copy machines (nonworking)
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Amandi, Halstead PA, 800-711-6010 (commercial quantities)
www.enviroinc.com, Email at: www.enviro@epix.net
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Elemental, Inc., 237 Church St. (near Aramingo Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 215-289-1475
www.eleminc.com
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Russell A. Morello and Sons Inc., Conshohocken, 610-828-1612
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Contact hauler for disposal.
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FERTILIZERS
Product that contains no pesticides or herbicides
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Use up according to label instructions.
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Try to donate to a neighbor or institution.
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If unusable, dispose of in regular trash.
Product that contains pesticides or herbicides
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Use up according to label instructions.
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Try to donate to a neighbor or institution.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
FIBERGLASS
Insulation material, rigid fiberglass (i.e. shower stall)
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C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
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Contact hauler for bulk pick-up (see "rubbish" in yellow pages)
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Transport to landfill, 215-736-9400.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
See Yellow Pages — “Fire Extinguishers.”
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Tilley Fire Equipment, Doylestown, 215-345-8066, (www.tilleyfire.com)
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Kustler Obrien Fire Protection, Bethlehem, 800-322-9060.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
FLARES
Offer to local Fire Company.
Contact manufacturer of flare for disposal instructions.
See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
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Tanks
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Recycled Metals Corp., Conshohocken, 610-828-5553
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Contact local HVAC companies
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
FUELS/SOLVENTS
Gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, diesel fuel, charcoal lighter fluid, gasoline/oil mixture, cleaning solvents
Use for intended purpose.
See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Old gasoline or other solvents in large quantity – also will lab pack if necessary.
Safety Kleen 215-736-8699
Todd Kline
Fairless Hills, PA
FURNITURE
See Appendix E
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GLASS
Mirror, plate (window glass), automotive
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C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
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Landfill – Waste Management, Inc. Falls Township, 215-736-9400
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Dispose of in regular trash (check with hauler for specifications) WMI suggests: If whole – tape both
sides and place at curb. If broken – break into cardboard box, tape shut, mark box with words
“broken glass,” place at curb.
Window Glass
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Todd Heller, Inc., Northampton, PA, 610-262-6988
Glassware
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Donate to charitable organization, see Appendix E
Light bulbs (fluorescent tubes; CFL’s – Compact Fluorescent Lamps)
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Small quantities:
- See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
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Large quantities:
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Advanced Environmental Recycling, Allentown, 610-797-7608
http://www.aercrecycling.com
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Bethlehem Lamp Recycling, Bethlehem, 610-838-7034
http://www.bethlehemlamprecycling.com/
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Corporate Lamp Recycling, Kennett Square, 610-444-0688
http://www.corporatelamprecycling.com/index.html
GREETING CARDS RECYCLING
Creative Suggestions- (from http://world.org)
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Use as a bookmark
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Make it into a gift tag by cutting the old card with scissors or pinking shears. Add the name and a
note inside.
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Cut off the side with the picture (if there is no writing on the reverse side) and reuse it as a post card.
You'll pay only postcard postage rates!
H
HAZARDOUS WASTE
Large quantities (55 gal. Drum or greater)
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Depending upon what material is in drum, resident may be able to dispose/recycle it by contacting
the following company:
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Safety Kleen, Todd Kline, Fairless Hills, PA 215-736-8699
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Green Industries, John Morsberger, 215-431-1132
Less than 55 gallons - See “Household Hazardous Waste”
HELIUM TANKS
It is recommend that helium tanks be rented, not purchased.
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Check Yellow Pages—“Party Supplies”
If purchased, check at point of purchase for suggested disposal options.
See “Household Hazardous Waste”
HOME REPAIR
Roofing cement, Driveway sealer
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Use up according to label instructions.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
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Concrete mix (is non-hazardous)
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Use up or dispose of in regular trash.
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C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
See Appendix A for information about the Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Program.
Review Bucks County website at: http://www.buckscounty.org/government/departments/CommunityServices/
PlanningCommission/Recycling.aspx or go to www.buckscounty.org (click on “Recycle in Bucks,“ under the
heading “How Do I…”)
See Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection website at: www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/
airwaste/wm/HHW/HHW.htm
Call Bucks County Planning Commission at 215-345-3400.
HOUSEWARES
Dishes, pots, pans - (See Appendix E)
J
JUNK
Junk Jeannie, 866-585-6139, www.junkjeannie.com
1-800-Got-Junk, 215-929-1161, www.1800gotjunk.com
JUNK MAIL
Contact hauler or municipality to determine if acceptable in their curbside program.
To delete your name from “junk mailings,” contact:
Mail Preference Service, c/o Direct Marketing Association., Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY, 11735, 212-768-7277
www.Stopjunk.com
Also, for further suggestions to reduce junk mail and spam, see: www.obviously.com/junkmail/
Other sites to remove from your catalog and credit card lists include:
www.catalogchoice.org
www.donotmail.org
www.optoutprescreen.com – Although requested, your Social Security Number is not required to process an
Opt-Out request through OptOutPrescreen.com. However, the site urges you to provide this information
because it apparently helps to ensure that they can successfully process your request.
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LAWN MOWERS
Geese Auto Salvage, Bedminster, 215-795-2302
Castle Valley Recycling, 215-441-5863, 267-688-5897
LEAD
Lead “cane” - (i.e., used in stained glass work)
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See Yellow Pages – Arts Organizations & Information/PA Guilds of Craftsman 215-579-5997.
Ingots, pipe, or other
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Blinderman and Sons Inc., Hellertown, 610-838-9221
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Delaware Valley Scrap Co., Bristol, 215-949-1191
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Joe Mattero Recycling Inc., Lansdale, 215-855-4808
Lead Based Paint and/or small amounts of lead
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
LUMBER
Untreated, treated or creosote coated
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C.D.R. - Upper Southampton, 215-322-2372
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Impact Service Corp, Philadelphia, 215-739-1600 (lumber must be over 4ft.)
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Habitat for Humanity, See Appendix E
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Delaware Valley Recycling, 215-724-2244 (untreated, woody yardwaste only)
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Frontier Wood Products Inc., Quakertown, 215-538-2330 (untreated, woody yardwaste only)
M
MAGNETIC MEDIA – (SEE “COMPUTER EQUIPMENT – MISCELLANEOUS”)
MEDICINE
Pour liquid or tablets into an empty ‘detergent type’ bottle.
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Add quantity of vinegar or water. Tighten lid, and dispose of in regular trash.
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Do not flush any medicines down the drain or toilet.
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MERCURY
Switches, thermostats, thermometers, elemental (liquid)
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In case of emergency call 911 or call the PADEP 484-250-5960
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Place in a secure container and bring to next “Household Hazardous Waste” collection.
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Bethlehem Apparatus 610-838-7034, (will only accept containerized liquid mercury, will not accept a
thermometer or thermostat)
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www.epa.gov/mercury
METALS (FERROUS AND NONFERROUS)
Pipe, plumbing fixtures, nails, fasteners, swing sets, sheds, 55-gallon steel drum (empty w/
removable lid) etc.
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See Yellow Pages—“Scrap Metals.”
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Geese Auto Salvage, Bedminster, 215-795-2302
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C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
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Delaware Valley Scrap, Bristol, 215-949-1191
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Franklin Metals, Bensalem, 215-245-5763
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Paul Giordano, Levittown, 215-949-3139
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H. Blinderman & Son, Hellertown, 610-838-9221
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Russell A. Morello and Sons Inc., Conshohocken, 610-828-1612
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Joe Mattero Recycling Inc., Lansdale, 215-855-4808
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Castle Valley Recycling (Garrano’s), Doylestown, 215-441-5863, 267-688-5897
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Wilcox Auto Salvage, Inc., Sellersville, 215-257-3305
55-gallon steel drum (nonremovable lid)
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Save for future HHW collection program.
Tanks (i.e. large residential oil tank)
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Safety-Kleen, Fairless Hills, 215-736-8699
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Meenan Oil Co., Levittown, 215-943-3500 Request Tank Department.
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Geese Auto Salvage (with inspection hole), Bedminster, 215-795-2302
Cylinders (steel)
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Contact Hance’s, Doylestown, 215-348-5608, for possible assistance in handling a pressurized
cylinder
MISCELLANEOUS
Additional guides and suggestions of how or where to recycle items
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http://earth911.org
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http://www.lime.com/features/limes_guide_to_recycling
BUCKS COUNTY—Recycling Guide From “A” to “Z”
For information on how to reduce the amount of waste material you generate contact:
Use Less Stuff
http://use-less-stuff.com/
Box 130116
Ann Arbor, Mich. 48113
248-726-9729
“I’m moving and I can’t take this stuff with me.”
There is no site or facility where a resident can take products such as poisons (insecticides, herbicides),
solvents (gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner), oil-based paint, etc. for proper disposal. The company that
we work with at our scheduled Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection days are regulated such
that they are not permitted to accept material transported to their facility by the public. It is suggested
that someone who has HHW, and must get rid of it now, find a friend or relative who is willing to accept
the material for the purpose of using it or storing it until a future collection event. Dates, times and
locations of upcoming collection events may be obtained from the Bucks County Planning Commission
(215-345-3400) or the Bucks County HHW website: www.buckscounty.org (click on “Recycle in Bucks,“
under the heading “How Do I…”)
Pop-up Camper (no Freon or tanks)
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
N
NAIL POLISH (SOLVENT-BASED)
Use up or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
If solidified (dried), place in regular trash.
NAIL POLISH REMOVER
Use up or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
NEEDLES – (SEE “SYRINGES”)
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OIL
Motor Oil and/or oil filter (Used)
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See Appendix C
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Contact your local service station. Some will also accept used oil filters.
Cooking Oil (turkey fryer)
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Filter oil through cheesecloth or similar to remove all foreign material. Contact a facility operating a
multi-fueled oil burner.
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South Main Tire, Doylestown, 215-345-8620 may be able to accept small quantities.
See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
P
PACKING PEANUTS – (“SEE POLYSTYRENE”)
PALLETS
See Yellow Pages—“Pallets”
Frontier Wood Products Inc., Quakertown, 215-538-2330
J & B Pallet, Quakertown, 215-536-8999
Pallet Express, Easton, 610-258-8846 (large quantities only)
PAPER
Magazines, catalogs, telephone books, “Junk mail,” cereal box, gift boxes, high-grade office paper
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Contact your local hauler for acceptable materials in curbside program.
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Waste Management, Inc. of Indian Valley, Telford, 215-257-1142 (Drop-off recycling on Wed.
afternoon, noon to 5 p.m., and Sat. mornings, 8 to noon)
See “Greeting Cards”
Milk cartons
Recycling Services Inc., Pottstown, 610-323-8545
See Appendix B
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Paper Shredding
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Able Shred,
877-81-SHRED (877-817-4733),
www.ableshred.com
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Accurate Document Destruction, Inc.,
Philadelphia, PA, 800-732-1671
www.accurateshredding.com
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All Star Shredding,
1-866-88-SHRED (1-866-887-4733),
www.allstarshredding.com
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Iron Mountain,
800-899-IRON (800-899-4766),
www.ironmountain.com
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Proshred,
Malvern, PA, 1-877-767-4733,
www.proshred.com
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Shred-it
796 Haunted Lane
Bensalem, PA 19020
Ph: 215-244-6626
Fax: 215-244-6636
www.shredit.com
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Shred One Security Corporation,
Huntington Valley, PA, 215-364-2265 or 800-910-4405
www.shredone.com
PAINT AND RELATED
If useable, check with local theater groups (see “Theaters” in Yellow Pages) or civic organizations that may
accept donations.
Habitat for Humanity – See Appendix E - may accept unopened paint only (latex or oil)
Latex paint (water-based)
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For small quantities, remove lid and let water evaporate. Dried paint may be disposed in regular
trash. Empty can may either be disposed in regular trash or, in some programs, included with
recyclables. Contact your local hauler for details.
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For larger quantities, in a small plastic container lined with newspaper, mix paint with absorbent (i.e.
kitty litter). Roll up newspaper containing the now non-liquid paint and place in plastic trash bag for
curbside disposal.
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Oil-based paint
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Use up, donate, or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Lead-based paint
How should it be removed, collected, stored, and disposed?
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Contact Bucks County Department of Health (215) 345-3318 or
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Call the Lead Hotline (800) 424-LEAD or (888) 532-3547 for information, list of certified
contractors, and laboratories able to analyze paint and dust samples.
Paint thinner
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Filter through cloth, and reuse, or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
Empty paint cans
Some recycling programs provide for the recycling of empty paint cans. Check with company collecting
recyclables. If not acceptable, dispose of in regular trash.
Wood preservatives, varnish, primer
Use up, donate or see “Household Hazardous Waste.”
PESTICIDES
Herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, weed killers, poisons (liquid, solid, or aerosol)
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Use up according to label instructions.
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Donate to friend or neighbor.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
PHOTO CHEMICALS
Diluted chemicals may be flushed down a sanitary sewer. Do not flush chemicals if you have an on-lot septic
system.
See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
PLASTIC
Bags (supermarket type)
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Many local supermarkets will accept for recycling.
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Wal-mart.
Pesticide Drums
Lesco, Inc, Warminster, (215)-957-4747
POLYSTYRENE
Packing Peanuts (polystyrene, corn starch)
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Contact the Plastic Loose Fill Council Collection Program, 800-828-2214, for a listing of locations in
your area that accept packing peanuts. www.loosefillpackaging.com
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See Yellow Pages—“Mail Box Rental and Receiving,” or “Mailing Services.” Contact them to see if
they accept packing peanuts.
Rigid foam (polystyrene)
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RayBob, Tullytown – 215-943-4799, call first, may accept rigid foam used in packaging.
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POOL CHEMICALS
Muriatic acid (concentrated hydrochloric acid used in pools to lower pH or clean pool surface and cleaning
concrete) can be neutralized and disposed by mixing with commercial product called “pH UP,” available at
pool supply stores.
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Use according to label instructions.
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Donate to resident that has a pool.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
PROPANE TANKS
20 lb. (BBQ grill)
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See Appendix D
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Other sites not listed in Appendix D may accept old propane tanks. Contact any supermarket, home
store or other locations where propane tanks are sold or accepted for exchange.
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Blue Rhino, 1-800-258-7466, www.bluerhino.com
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Amerigas, 1-800-427-4968, www.amerigas.com
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
“Disposable” tank (“Coleman”) or Propane torch (“Bernz-a-matic”)
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When empty, dispose of in regular trash.
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Inquire at point of purchase. They should be aware of how to properly recycle/dispose of the product
they are marketing.
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See “Household Hazardous Waste.”
R
RV WASTE TANKS
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George Allen and Son, Inc., Buckingham, 215-794-8287
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Warwick Township Municipal Authority, Tom Courduff, 215-343-3584
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www.Rvdumps.com/pa.htm
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S
SHARPS – (SEE “SYRINGES AND LANCETS”)
SHOES – (SEE “TEXTILES”)
SMOKE ALARMS
Return to manufacturer. Address of manufacturer is typically listed on the alarm itself.
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First Alert/BRK – 800-323-9005
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American Sensors – 800-387-4219
Inquire at point of purchase.
They should be aware of how to properly recycle/dispose of the product they are marketing.
SOLVENTS – (SEE “FUELS/SOLVENTS”)
STYROFOAM – (SEE “POLYSTYRENE”)
SYRINGES/LANCETS
Inquire at your Pharmacy for disposal options.
Contact Coalition for Safe Community Needle Disposal at:
800-643-1643
www.safeneedledisposal.org
Place in heavy plastic detergent bottle. When full, screw lid on tightly and wrap lid with tape. Dispose of in
regular trash.
Office of National Drug Control Policy:
(202) 395-6648 or (202) 368-8422 and www.whitehousedrugpolicy.org
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TANKS (I.E. OIL TANKS) – (SEE “METALS”)
TENNIS BALLS – After they have outlived their usefulness on the courts, retirement homes, senior centers, nursery
and kindergarten teachers especially like them. Cut an X in the ball and insert them to the base of walkers
and kids' chairs so they slide with little effort and are quieter.
http://www.tennisaffinity.com/balldilemma.html
http://www.wackyuses.com/wilson.html
Don’t forget how useful tennis balls can be to a dog owner.
TEXTILES
Clothing, blankets, drapes, linens, shoes
Donate to a charitable organization
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See Appendix E
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Planet Aid – www.planetaid.org - 267-243-5435
local drop-off boxes
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See “Clothing”
Dumont Export Corp., 610-667-2278 www.dumontexport.com
Nike Shoe Recycling Program - www.nike.com/nikebiz/reuseashoe
TIRES
See Appendix C
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
Tire Disposal Service, Warminster, 215-672-5002
TONER/LASER CARTRIDGES
Polir Global Recycling, Altoona, 888-467-6547 http://www.tonervalue.com/index1_a.htm
Toner Recycling Company, 215-639-4556
http://www.tonerrecycling.net
Mother Earth Recycling, Valley Forge, 800-340-9091 http://www.motherearthrecycling.com/
Ribbons Express, Pennsauken, NJ, 800-533-9949
www.ribbons-express.com
Contact supplier of equipment, some companies include recycling information on packaging.
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TOYS
RePlay Toys, 215-292-6180
1515 Street Road, Warminster, PA 18979
www.weplayreplay.com
X
X-RAY AND MRI FILM
Doylestown Hospital will accept film (215-345-2600), or check with medical facility in your area, 215-345-2600
Y
YARDWASTE
Tullytown Resource Recovery Facility, 215-736-9400
Delaware Valley Recycling Inc., Philadelphia, 215-724-2244 (tree waste only, i.e. stumps, branches)
C.D.R., Southampton, 215-322-2372
K & D Growers, Warwick Township - 215-598-3058
Contact local landfill
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G.R.O.W.S. Landfill, Falls Twp., 215-736-9400 or 215-428-4354
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Tullytown Landfill, Tullytown, 215-736-9400
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Backyard Composting Information
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Contact your local lawn and garden center.
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Penn State Cooperative Extension, 215-345-3283
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Bucks County Planning Commission, 215-345-3400
Z
ZINC
See “Metals”
See “Batteries”
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Appendices
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2008 Southeastern Pennsylvania
Household Hazardous Waste and Old
Computer Collection Program
Bring your household hazardous wastes and old
Computers to one of the following scheduled events
What can you bring?
Why?
House hold products
containing toxic chemicals, like pesticide s,
oil-base d paints, solvents, cleaning products, weed killers and
automotive batte ries
can be a threat to pe ople and the environment if improperly discarde d. Never throw
these materials into the
trash, as the toxic
chemicals may harm
sanitation worke rs, or
re sult in fires in collection vehicles. It is also
not safe to pour them
into a sink or storm
drain as they can end
up in the environment
polluting the air, water,
or soil.
As many as three old Com puters and up to 25 gallons or 220 poun ds of Hazardous Products. Read the label! Hazardous Products will have cautionary
words on the label. For example: Danger, Warning, or Caution. Other words or
phrases that can signal hazardous products include: poisonous, hazardous, combustible, flammable, corrosi ve, volatile, caustic, irritant, explosi ve, toxic, use with
adequate ventilation, or avoid inhaling.
If there are no words indicating it is a ha zardous produ ct, it likely isn’t.
Bring
Pesticides
- Chlordane
- DDT
- Malathion
- Sevin
- Rodent Poison
Flammables
- Oil-based Paint
- Paint Thinner
- Spot Removers
- Gasoline/Oil
- Kerosene
- Heating Oil
Caustics
- Ammonia-Based
Cleaners
- Household Lye
- Drain Cleaner
Propane Tanks
- 20 lbs. or less
Do Not Bring
- LATEX PAINT
(it is not toxic – it is water based) *
- Appliances (with or without Freon)
- Asbestos
- Biological Waste
- Explosives
- Gas Cylinders (Greater than 20 lbs.)
- Household Batteries (regular alkaline)
- PCBs
- Pressurized CFCs (greater than 1 lb.)
- Radioactive Waste
- Tires
Toxics
- Photographic and
Pool Chemicals
- Paint Remover
- Weed Killer
- Mercury
- Antifreeze
- CFLs (fluorescent
lamps)
Household Batteries
- All Button Types
- Lithium
- Re-chargeables
Lead-Acid Batteries
- All types
Computers
- and computer
peripherals
- portable TVs
*Remove lid to allow to air dry or mix with
absorbent (e.g. kitty litter) until no longer
a liquid and discard in plastic trash bag.
For additional information on disposal options,
contact:
♦
♦
♦
The PADEP Recycling Hotline at
1-800-346-4242
Bucks County Planning Commission
215-345-3400
http://www.buckscounty.org and Click on
“How do I……..Recycle in Bucks”
2008 Schedule
When and where
you can bring your
materials?
Lower Bucks Area
April 12, 2008
Bensalem T ownship Public Works Facility – 3800 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem T wp. Enter from Byberry Rd
Lower Bucks Area
May 3, 2008
Lower Makefield Corporate Center – So. Campus, 770
Township Line Road, Lower Makefield T wp.
Each event
Upper Bucks Area
June 21, 2008
Upper Bucks County Area Vo-Tec School
3115 Ridge Road – Bedminster Township
Middle Bucks Area
July 19, 2008
Middle Bucks Institute of T echnology, 2740 Old York
Road (Route 263) – Warwick T wp.
Lower Bucks Area
August 16, 2008
Bucks County T echnical High School
610 Wistar Road – Bristol T ownship
Upper Bucks Area
September 27, 2008
Quakertown Community Pool—601 W. Mill Street
will take place
rain or shine from
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
This program is a community servic e of the
Bucks County Board of Commissioners and participating municipalities
and is not open to business, industry or institutions.
Bucks County Board of Commissioners
James F. Cawley, Esq., Chairman
Charles H. Martin
Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia
APPENDIX A
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Recycling Locations
paper
Recycling Drop-off locations in Bucks County
Delaware Valley Scrap 215-949-1191
Bristol Twp. Rt. 13 & Edgely Rd. M-F
7:30am - 4pm, Sat 7:30am - 11:30am
Franklin Metals. (215) 245-5763
Bensalem Township, 839 Bristol Pike.
Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm; Sat 8am-12pm.
This location is a buy back center.
APPENDIX B-1
Lower Makefield Township Municipal
Public Works. (215) 493-4142. 1100
Edgewood Rd. Yardwaste drop-off M-F, 73, Nov-Dec--call for Sat. hours. Mulch
available to Lower Makefield Township
residents.
Wrightstown Township Building.
(215) 598-3313. 738 Penns Park Rd.
Open 24 hours.
Keep clean and dry. Cardboard should be flattened and bundled. Newspaper and other
paper should be bundled or placed into paper grocery bags. No waxed-coated, dirty or food
Empty and rinse. Flatten or crush to save space. No scrap metal, foil,
conaminated items.
Empty and rinse. DO NOT break. No ceramics, mirrors, crystal, dishes,
or food residue.
No plastic film, wide-mouth jars,
light bulbs, TV tubes, window auto glass or cookware.
tubs, styrofoam, motor oil containers, bags or containers coded #3-#7.
Compost leaves. Leave grass clippings on lawn. Do not dispose as trash.
No compressed gas
cylinders, 55 gallon drums. Appliances containing freon (such as refrigerators), call for information
Up to 25 gallons or 220 lbs. of pesticides, solvents, toxic and caustic
about proper disposal.
materials and oil based paints. NO LATEX PAINT, appliances, asbestos, biological wastes, explosives,
gas cylinders greater than 20 lbs., radioactive wastes, or tires. For more information about the HHW
collection program, go to www.buckscounty.org and click on "How Do I ... Recycle in Bucks" or call
800-346-4242.
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GROWS Landfill & Tullytown Resource
Recovery Facility (TRFF) (215) 736-9400
or (215) 428-4354. Bordentown Rd. Falls
Township. Open Mon-Fri, 7am-3:45pm,
Sat.7am-12:45pm, for drop-off recycling.
TRFF also accepts yardwaste and
municipal waste for a fee.
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Catal
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Maga
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Central Bucks
Recycling Locations
Bedminster Township (215) 795-2190
Kellers Church and Creek Rd. Open 24
hrs. Bedminster Twp. residents ONLY
APPENDIX B-2
East Rockhill Township Municipal
Complex (215) 257-9156 1622 Ridge
Rd, Perkasie. Open 24 hrs. East Rockhill
Twp. residents ONLY.
Geese Auto Salvage, Inc. (215) 795-2302
1071 Spruce Lane, Bedminster Twp.
Joe Mattero Recycling, Inc.
(215) 855-4808 316 W. 7th St, Lansdale.
Open M-F, 8-4:30, Sat 9-1. This location
is a buyback center.
Waste Management of Indian Valley
(215) 257-1142 400 Progress Drive,
Telford. Open Wed, 12-5pm, Sat 8am12pm
Wrightstown Township Public Works
(215) 598-3313 738 Penns Park Rd.
Open 24 hrs.
GROWS Landfill & Tullytown Resource
Recovery Facility (TRFF) (215) 736-9400
or (215) 428-4354. Bordentown Rd.
Falls Township. Open Mon-Fri, 7am3:45pm, Sat.7am-12:45pm, for drop-off
recycling. TRFF also accepts yardwaste
and municipal waste for a fee.
Keep clean and dry. Cardboard should be flattened and bundled. Newspaper and other
paper should be bundled or placed into paper grocery bags. No waxed-coated, dirty or
food conaminated items.
Empty and rinse. Flatten or crush to save space. No scrap
metal, foil, or food residue.
Empty and rinse. DO NOT break. No ceramics, mirrors,
crystal, dishes, light bulbs, TV tubes, window auto glass or cookware.
No plastic film,
wide-mouth jars, tubs, styrofoam, motor oil containers, bags or containers coded #3-#7.
Compost leaves. Leave grass clippings on lawn. Do not dispose as trash. No compressed gas
cylinders, 55 gallon drums. Appliances containing freon (such as refrigerators), call for information about
proper disposal. Up to 25 gallons or 220 lbs. of pesticides, solvents, toxic and caustic materials and
oil based paints. NO LATEX PAINT, appliances, asbestos, biological wastes, explosives, gas cylinders
greater than 20 lbs., radioactive wastes, or tires. For more information about the HHW collection
program, go to www.buckscounty.org and click on "How Do I ... Recycle in Bucks" or call 800-3464242. Milk jugs and soda bottles only.
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Bedminster Township (215) 795-2190. Kellers
Church and Creek Rd. Open 24 hrs. Bedminster Twp.
residents ONLY
East Rockhill Township Municipal Complex
(215) 257-9156. 1622 Ridge Rd, Perkasie. Open 24
hrs. East Rockhill Twp. residents ONLY.
APPENDIX B-3
Geese Auto Salvage, Inc. (215) 795-2302. 1071
Spruce Lane, Bedminster Twp.
Haycock Township Municipal Complex.
(215) 536-3641. 640 Harrisburg School Rd. Open
24hrs.
Joe Mattero Recycling, Inc. (215) 855-4808. 316 W.
7th St, Lansdale. Open M-F, 8-4:30, Sat 9-1. This
location is a buyback center.
Milford Township. (215) 536-2090. 2050 Krammes
Rd, Spinnerstown. Open 24 hrs.
Nockamixon Township. (610) 847-5058. 589 Lake
Warren Rd. 3rd Sat. of each month, 10am-2pm.
Waste Management of Indian Valley (215) 257-1142.
400 Progress Drive, Telford. Open Wed, 12-5pm, Sat
8am-12pm
West Rockhill Township Municipal Bldg.
(215) 257-9063. 1028 Ridge Rd., Sellersville. Open
24 hrs. West Rockhill residents ONLY.
Keep clean and dry. Cardboard should be flattened and bundled. Newspaper and other paper
should be bundled or placed into paper grocery bags. No waxed-coated, dirty or food conaminated
Empty and rinse. Flatten or crush to save space. No scrap metal, foil, or food residue.
items.
Empty and rinse. DO NOT break. No ceramics, mirrors, crystal, dishes, light bulbs, TV tubes,
window auto glass or cookware.
No plastic film, wide-mouth jars, tubs, styrofoam, motor oil
containers, bags or containers coded #3-#7.
Compost leaves. Leave grass clippings on lawn. Do not dispose as trash.
No compressed gas
cylinders, 55 gallon drums. Appliances containing freon (such as refrigerators), call for information about
Up to 25 gallons or 220 lbs. of pesticides, solvents, toxic and caustic materials and
proper disposal.
oil based paints. NO LATEX PAINT, appliances, asbestos, biological wastes, explosives, gas cylinders
greater than 20 lbs., radioactive wastes, or tires. For more information about the HHW collection
program, go to www.buckscounty.org and click on "How Do I ... Recycle in Bucks" or call 800-3464242. Milk jugs and soda bottles only.
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Perkasie Borough. (215) 257-5056 311 S. 9th St.
Borough Residents ONLY. Open 24 hrs
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USED AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS RECYCLING
Lower Bucks County drop-off locations
Business Name
Address
City
Phone
Hours
Mr. Auto, Inc.
3560 Bristol Pike
Bensalem
215-245-1333
M-F 8am - 5pm
C.P. Sunoco
Bristol & Galloway Rds.
Bensalem
215-750-0580
24 Hours
Oil
Antifreeze
Batteries
Tires
Oil Filters
Other
$2.50-4/tire
Summer Hrs. M-F 8am-7pm; M-F 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-5pm,
APPENDIX C-1
Jiffy Lube
2266 Street Road
Bensalem
215-639-7737
Sun. 9am-4pm
Pep Boys
1748 Street Road
Bensalem
215-638-4537
M-F 8am - 9pm, Sat. 8am-8pm, 9am-6pm
A & A Cooling Systems, Inc
625 Rt. 13
Bristol
215-785-2219
C. Hamm, Inc.
1415 Radcliffe Street
Bristol
215-788-6702
Pep Boys
101 Lincoln Highway
Fairless Hills
215-547-3550
Peruzzi's Express Lube
165 Lincoln Highway
Fairless Hills
215-943-6000
Glenn's Auto Care Center
338 Bustleton Pike
Feasterville
215-322-7712
Five Points Getty
7012 New Falls Road
Levittown
215-943-3310
Hay & Son Car Care Center, Inc.
1414 Elkins Ave.
Levittown
215-943-6315
Jiffy Lube
4101 New Rodgers Road
Levittown
215-547-0877
Tec One Automotive
2203 New Rodgers Road
Levittown
215-946-4650
Bear's Auto Service
115 E. Bridge Street
Morrisville
215-295-5378
Plaza Shell
907 W. Trenton Ave.
Morrisville
215-295-6098
Bob Gass Service Center
4122 Bristol Road
Oakford
215-357-9645
Southampton Goodyear
340 Street Road
Southampton
215-355-8300
Skerdlant's Mobil
Rt. 532 & Taylorsville Rd.
Washington Crossing
215-493-4347
40 E. Afton Ave.
Yardley
215-493-3633
Tony's Auto Repair
64 Ferry Street
Yardley
215-493-2017
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat. 8am - noon
M-F 8am-9m, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun. 9am-6pm
$1.50/tire
M-F 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-4pm
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat. 8am - 4pm
$1/tire
M-F 7am-9pm, Sat 7am - 9pm, Sun 8am-8pm
$1.50/tire
M-Thurs 7:30am-6pm, Fri 7:30am-5pm
$3-5/tire
2
M-F 8am-6pm. Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm
M-F 8am-6pm
M-F 8am-5:30pm
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-2pm
$2/tire
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8:30am-12:30pm
2
M-F 7am-6pm, Sat 8am-4pm
$3/tire
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm
$2.50-4.25/tire
M-F 7am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm
$3.50/tire
M-F 8am-5pm
$2-5/tire
2
2
Notes:
At the time of survey there was no cost for the acceptance of these materials. However, market conditions change. There could be a small charge to accept these materials.
Fee - call for current costs
Prices shown for tires is for typical car tire off of the rim. Larger tires, or tires on rims will cost more.
NEVER LEAVE ANY MATERIAL WHEN STATION IS CLOSED. ALWAYS CHECK WITH ATTENDANT WHEN DROPPING OFF MATERIALS.
NEVER MIX LIQUIDS
1 - Maximum 5 quarts/person/day
2 - Scrap Metal, Appliances (without Freon)
3 - Also accepts old Propane Tanks, and gasoline
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Sitko's Repair Service, Inc.
M-F 8am - 5pm, Sat. 8am - noon
Business Name
Address
City
Phone
Hours
Oil
Antifreeze Batteries
summer only
Tires
Kershaw & Fritz Tire Ser, Inc.
670 N Main Street
Doylestown
215-345-0712
M,T,Th,F 7:30am-6pm; W 7:30-8pm, Sat 8am-1pm
Doylestown Gulf
216 S Main Street
Doylestown
215-348-1275
M-F 8am-5pm
$3-5/tire
Saturn of Doylestown
4465 W. Swapm Road
Doylestown
215-348-5990
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-3pm
$2.50/tire
APPENDIX C-2
South Main Tire, Inc.
3853 Old Easton Road
Doylestown
215-345-8620
M-F 8am-5pm
Trans Shop Pro Perf Trans
300 S Mainstreet
Doylestown
215-345-8790
M-F 8am-5:30pm
R & R Service Group, Inc.
Lafayette Street
Doylestown
215-348-2800
M-F 8am-5pm
Kar Klinic
901 County Line Road
Huntingdon Valley 215-322-1776
M-F 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-noon
New Hope Mobile
350 W. Bridge Street
New Hope
215-862-5350
M-F 7:30am-4pm
Torodyne
1070 Swamp Road
Rushland
215-598-3105
M-F 7:30am-5:30pm
Dick & Rip's Auto $ Truck Repair 299 Street Road
Warminster
215-443-5310
M-Sat 8am-6pm
Lafferty Chevrolet
829 W. Street Road
Warminster
215-672-2000
M-F 7:30am-6pm, Sat 8am-1:30pm
Jiffy Lube
600 W. Street Road
Warminster
215-674-1819
M-F 8am-6pm, Sat 7:30am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm
Pep Boys
982 Street Road
Warminster
215-328-9520
M-F 8am-9pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 9am-6pm
Oil Filters Other
$3.50/tire
2
$3.50-7/tire
$4/tire
$3-5/tire
$4/tire
$3-4/tire
1
$2/tire
Used Automotive Drop-off Locations in Upper Bucks County
Business Name
Address
City
Blooming Glen
Phone
215-257-4307
Hours
Miller Tire & Auto Co.
856 Blooming Glen Rd.
Geese Auto Salvage, Inc.
1071 Spruce Lane
Perkasie
215-795-2302
M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-noon
Dan's Garage
929 E Pumping Station Rd.
Quakertown
215-536-4050
M-F 8am-5:30pm
Oil
M-F 7am-5:30pm, Sat 7am-noon
Antifreeze Batteries
Tires
$3/tire
1223 Juniper Street
Quakertown
215-538-5486
M-F 8am-5pm
$3-4/tire
Wal-Mart
195 N. West End Blvd.
Quakertown
215-529-7937
M-S 7am-7pm, Sun 8am-5pm
$1.50/tire
M M Afflerbach Sons
112 S. Front Street
Quakertown
215-536-2438
M-F 8am-5pm
Pep Boys
222 S. West End Blvd.
Quakertown
215-538-3220
M-F 8am-9pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 9am-6pm
Steve's Riegelsville Garage
1126 Easton Road
Riegelsville
610-749-2494
M-F 8am-6pm
$4/tire
A & T Chevrolet, Inc
801 Bethlehem Pike
Sellersville
215-257-8022
M,F 8am-6pm, T-Th 8am-8pm, S 8am-5pm
$3/Tire
Rock Hill Auto Repair, Inc.
130 Almont Road
Sellersville
215-257-9764
M-F 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-noon
Fee - call for current costs
Prices shown for tires is for typical car tire off of the rim. Larger tires, or tires on rims will cost more.
NEVER LEAVE ANY MATERIAL WHEN STATION IS CLOSED. ALWAYS CHECK WITH ATTENDANT WHEN DROPPING OFF MATERIALS.
NEVER MIX LIQUIDS
1 - Maximum 5 quarts/person/day
2 - Scrap Metal, Appliances (without Freon)
3 - Also accepts old Propane Tanks, and gasoline
3
$3.50/tire
Juniper Auto Care, Inc.
Souderton Automotive, Inc.
Rt. 113 & Old Bethlehem Pike Souderton
215-721-3300 M-F 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 8am-noon
Notes:
At the time of survey there was no cost for the acceptance of these materials. However, market conditions change. There could be a small charge to accept these materials.
Oil Filters Other
$4/tire
$1.50/tire
$3.50/tire
$5-15/tire
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Used Automotive Drop-off Locations in Central Bucks County
BUCKS COUNTY—Recycling Guide From “A” to “Z”
PROPANE TANK (20lb.) DROP-OFF SITES
Company
**U-Haul
**U-Haul
Blue Flame
**U-Haul
Ace Hardware
Cress Gas
Farm and Home
Len's Hartsville Garage
Location***
6250 Bristol Road
250 Bethlehem Pike
359 W. Dublin Pike (Rt. 313)
662 E. Lincoln Highway
Route 611
26 E. Union St.
3115 State Rd.
1075 Bristol Rd.
Bensalem
Colmar
Dublin
Fairless Hills
Plumsteadville
Richlandtown
Telford
Warminster
Phone Number
Cost to Drop-off Empty
Tank*
215-547-5454
215-822-8080
215-249-3575
215-752-8880
215-766-8220
215-536-8010
215-257-0131
215-685-6641
$10.00
$10.00
No charge
$10.00
$8.00
$5.00
$5.00
$4.00
*Non-empty tank may cost more.
**Amerigas -- Call 1-888-263-7442 - Enter zip code for additional drop-off locations in your area
***Some locations can provide new tanks, new valves and fills.
Blue Rhino -- Call 1-800-258-7466 (http://www.bluerhino.com)
OPD = Overfill Protection Device
Is your propane tank obsolete?
OPD Propane Tank
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THRIFT STORES AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS
Care and Share
783 Route 113
Souderton, PA 18964
Phone: 215-723-0315
Habitat for Humanity
Doylestown, PA
Phone: 215-348-2204
Website: www.habitatbucks.org
∼ Contact office for current needs.
Clothing Bank
Quakertown, PA
Phone: 215-536-4992
Doylestown Presbyterian Church
Phone: 215-249-8000
Fox Chase Cancer Center
(The Trading Post)
Paoli, PA
Phone: 215-842-1638
Website: http://www.fccc.edu/tradingpost/index.html
Full Circle Thrift
New Britain, PA
Phone: 215-340-0120
Freecycle
Website: www.freecycle.org
Goodwill Industries
Website: www.goodwill.org
Bensalem, PA
1913 Street Road
Phone: 215-638-1540
Lansdale, PA
1551 Valley Forge Road &
Sumneytown Pike
Phone: 215-855-7970
Quakertown, PA
240 S. West End Boulevard
Phone: 215-536-2442
Warminster, PA
1487 W. Street Road
Phone: 215-441-9185
∼ New and unused building materials and supplies including lumber,
carpeting, windows, doors, unopened paint, lighting, and interior
fixtures.
∼ New appliances.
∼ New and gently used garden and
hand tools.
Rescue Mission of Trenton
Trenton, NJ
Phone: 609-695-1436
Website: http://
www.rescuemissionoftrenton.org/
mission-store.htm
Salvation Army
Website: www.satruck.com
Lansdale, PA
1601 N. Broad Street
Phone: 215-362-9468
∼ Extension ladders.
Impact Thrift Stores, Inc.
Website: http://www.impactthrift.org
Hatboro, PA
14 E. Moreland Avenue
Phone: 215-947-6131
Lansdale, PA
325 W. Main Street
Phone: 215-393-4740
Levittown, PA
8724 New Falls Road
Phone: 215-547-2547
Quakertown, PA
477 N. West End Boulevard
Phone: 215-536-1750
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Norristown, PA
Phone: 610-275-5601
Website: http://svdpussa.org/
NOVA Thrift Shop
1628 Swamp Road
Fountainville, PA
Phone: 215-249-8000
Purple Heart
3070 Bristol Pike, #216
Bensalem, PA
Phone: 215-638-1020
Website: www.purpleheartpickup.org
The RePlace Discount Store
2330 26th Street Southwest
Allentown, PA 18103
Phone: 610-709-0205
Website:
www.goodshepherdrehab.org/workservices/the-replace-discount-store
APPENDIX E
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