Hazardous Waste Collection To Be Held In Phoenixville

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — It's that time of year again: household hazardous waste collection events will be held around Chester County in the coming weeks.

An event will take place in Phoenixville on April 7 at the Center for Arts and Technology - Pickering Campus. That's located on 1580 Charlestown Road in Phoenixville.

“With warmer weather on the horizon, I know that many of us are taking on home projects, preparing for garage sales, or just doing some spring cleaning,” State Sen. Andy Dinniman said. “If you come across dangerous chemicals in your basement, shed, or garage, you can safely and properly dispose of them at any of these events.”

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No electronics, items more than 220 pounds or 25 gallons, metal drums, or items from businesses will be accepted. Proof of residency may be required, organizers said.

According to Dinniman's office, the following items will be accepted: paint thinners, turpentine, oil-based paints, stains and varnish, swimming pool chemicals, weed killers, pesticides, rodent poison, joint and caulking compounds, asphalt sealers, septic tank degreasers, fuel additives, transmission/brake fluid, antifreeze, gasoline, kerosene, car batteries, drain openers, adhesives and solvents, mothballs, household cleaners, rechargeable batteries, mercury-bearing items and propane cylinders (under 20 lbs).

The following items will not be accepted: used motor oil, appliances, fire extinguishers, tires, asbestos, explosives and ammunition, gas cylinders and tanks, alkaline batteries, PCBs, medical waste, radioactive waste, unidentified waste, commercial and industrial waste, mercury thermostats, and Freon.

See more information on accepted items here.

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