2024 Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Scarborough

Residents of Saco, Biddeford, Scarborough, and Old Orchard Beach will have an opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste on this collection day.

Saturday, May 11th
8AM - 12PM
Town of Scarborough | 20 Washington Ave, Scarborough, ME 04074

The following materials will be accepted:
Fluorescent bulbs
Mothballs
Photo chemicals
Pool chemicals
Degreasers
Drain cleaners
Furniture polish
Metal polish
Spot remover
Floor cleaner
Upholstery cleaner
Button batteries
Rechargeable batteries
Old chemistry sets
Rust inhibitors
Wood preservative
Wood strippers
Wood stain
Paint thinner
Solvents
Oil based paint
Sealants
Pesticides
Insecticides
Herbicides
Chlordane
Insect sprays
Rodent killers
No-pest strips
Antifreeze
Brake fluid
Engine degreaser
Gasoline
Kerosene

The following materials will not be accepted:
Pathological waste
Radioactive waste
Tires
Explosives
Smoke detectors
Propane cylinders
Computers/Electronics
Commercial waste
Unknown materials

To Ensure Safety, Please:
Tighten caps and lids.
Leave materials in original labeled containers.
Sort chemicals separately.
Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes (don't place in garbage bags) and drive directly to site of drop off.
Never smoke near chemicals.
Never mix chemicals.

IMPORTANT
Proof of residency (such as a driver's license or tax bill) is required.
No commercial waste or unknown materials.
Early drop off is not permitted.