Recyclopedia
Ballasts
| Dispose |
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If they contain PCBs, they are Hazardous Waste, may not be thrown into landfill
Without PCBs, may be put with scrap metal |
Barbed Wire
| Dispose |
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Accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations |
Barrels
| Recycle |
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Clean metal or plastic barrels are accepted at all Transfer Stations as recycling |
Bathtubs
| Reuse/Donate | Dispose |
|---|---|
Donate or sell if in good condition | If more than 80% metal, accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations Accepted as landfill as last resort |
Bicycle
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
If your bike is in good condition, consider donating it to Bike Recycle Vermont, a non-profit organization that refurbishes and distributes bikes to Vermonters who could not otherwise afford one. Donations of funds are accepted, but not required. Pick-up service is available for those who cannot transport their bikes. Call (802) 264-9687 | Accepted for scrap metal recycling at all RCSWD transfer stations. |
Boilers
| Dispose |
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Decommissioned boilers (gas, oil or wood-fired) may be disposed of at the Gleason road transfer station. These units may contain hazardous materials such as refrigerant, mercury devices, capacitors and ballasts. Once the boiler is inspected and any hazardous materials are removed, it will be recycled as scrap metal |
Bottle caps
| Recycle | Dispose |
|---|---|
| No caps smaller than 2 inches in diameter are accepted in the blue bin for recycling. Larger caps (plastic or metal), such as those from peanut butter jars, may be added to the blue bin, but should be removed from the container first. | Metal bottle caps may be collected in a small container and added to the scrap metal bin at any RCSWD Drop-Off Center. |
Cans
| Recycle |
|---|
Tin and aluminum cans must be emptied, rinsed and recycled |
Dishwashers
- See Scrap Metal
Doors
| Donate/Reuse | Dispose |
|---|---|
Used doors in good condition are accepted at Architectural Salvage Warehouse (Essex Junction) 802-879-4221 and ReSource Building Material Center (Burlington) 802-658-4143 | Accepted as trash at RCSWD drop-off(except Hinesburg) or put in the ReUse Zone at the Operator's discretion Hollow core door: $6.50 /Solid core door: $10.00 /Sliding glass door: $10.00-$14.00 per section /Garage door: $10.00-$18.00 per section |
Dryer
- See Scrap Metal
Exercise equipment
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
| Donate or sell if in good condition | Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Eyeglasses
| Donate |
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Used eyeglasses can be donated year-round through collection boxes located at offices of members of the American Optometric Association, Goodwill stores and Lens Crafters, bring non-scratched corrective glasses and any non-scratched sunglasses to the ARCC. |
Fans
- If 80% metal, see Scrap Metal
- Plastic: See Electronic/Electric items
Fencing
| Donate | Recycle/Dispose |
|---|---|
| In good condition, consider donating it | Treated/painted wood accepted as construction debris, untreated wood accepted as natural wood waste, items more than 80% metal are accepted as scrap metal, all accepted at RCSWD Transfer stations Treated wood $9-$14 per 8' section |
Fire extinguishers
| Reuse | Recycle/Dispose |
|---|---|
| Contact manufacturer to see if they can be refilled | Empty ABC-class can be taken as scrap metal, accepted empty or full at the Environmental Depot |
Food processors
| Donate | Recycle | Dispose |
|---|---|---|
Donate or sell if in good condition | If more than 80% metal it is accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations | Throw away at last resort |
Frying pans
| Recycle |
|---|
If more than 80% metal it is accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations, NOT in mixed recycling |
Fuel tanks
| Recycle |
|---|
Make sure all fuel is removed and it will be accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal at all Transfer Stations |
Furnaces and other heating equipment
| Donate | Dispose |
|---|---|
If in good condition, donate | If more than 80% metal, it can be accepted as scrap metal at Transfer Station |
Gas cans
| Recycle |
|---|
Make sure all fuel is brought to the Hazardous Waste Depot. If more than 80% metal, it can be accepted as scrap metal, otherwise it can be reused or put in trash |
Gas cylinders
- NOT accepted at Transfer Stations, contact distributor and send back
Golf equipment
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
| Donate to Replay Sports if still usable | Accepted as scrap if more than 80% metal at all Transfer Stations |
Grill (electric)
| Donate | Dispose |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if still in good condition | Accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations if more than 80% metal |
Hangers
| Reuse | Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|---|
| Reuse is the best option for any hanger. | Some local organizations that sell used clothing might welcome your hangers | Hanger recycling options are limited: Wire hangers (including those coated with rubber) are recyclable in the scrap-metal bin, at no charge, at all Drop-Off Centers. Wooden hangers may be put in the “clean wood” bunker where available at a Drop-Off Center ONLY IF the wood has not been glued, stained or otherwise coated with a finish. All other hangers must be disposed of as trash. Please do not put any hanger, of any material, in your recycling bin. |
Hedge trimmers
| Recycle |
|---|
Alliance Computer Exchange will accept them by mail and they are 80% metal they are accepted at Transfer Stations as scrap metal Alliance Computer Exchange 67 West Vine st, Alliance, OH 44601 |
Ice cream makers
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if in good condition | Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Jet skis
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Donate or sell if in good condition | Vehicle Disposal Recycling Center 888-495-5886 accepts |
Juicers
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Donate or sell if in good condition | Accepted as scrap metal at Transfer Stations if more than 80% metal |
Ladder
| Recycle |
|---|
Accepted at all Transfer Stations, if more than 80% metal it is accepted as scrap metal |
Lamps
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Donate or sell if in good condition | Accepted at all Transfer Stations, if made up of more than 80% metal it can be put into the scrap metal pile |
Lawn/garden equipment
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
| If in good condition sell or donate | if more than 80% metal accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations |
Lead
| Recycle | Dispose |
|---|---|
Fishing sinkers accepted as scrap metal | Paint chips are considered Hazardous Waste bring to a Transfer Station on a collection day |
Metal cleaners or polishes
| Dispose |
|---|
Hazardous Waste, bring to Gleason Road or to a Transfer Station on a Hazardous Waste Collection Day |
Metal, scrap
| Dispose |
|---|
Accepted at all Transfer Stations |
Motorcycles
| Sell | Recycle |
|---|---|
Part out and sell what you can | Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Oil tanks
| Recycle |
|---|
Oil tanks must be cut open and sludge removed. Once it is dry, empty tanks are accepted as scrap metal at Transfer Stations |
Pumps
| Recycle |
|---|
Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Razors
| Dispose |
|---|
Put in with household trash |
Scrap Metal
| Recycle/Dispose |
|---|
Anything that is 80% or more metal. Includes white goods (not containing freon). Accepted at most transfer stations. |
Signs
| Recycle | Dispose |
|---|---|
Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal | Cardboard or paper sign are recyclable |
Sinks
| Recycle |
|---|
If more than 80% metal, it is accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations Ceramic sinks can be brought to:
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Solar panels
Businesses should call the Vermont Environmental Assistance Division in Waterbury at (802) 241-3745
Steel (tin) cans
| Recycle |
|---|
Accepted as recycling |
Tillers
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if in good condition | If more than 80% metal, accepted as scrap metal |
Toaster/toaster oven
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if in good condition | If more than 80% metal, accepted as scrap metal |
Trailers
| Dispose |
|---|
| Two wheeled trailers accepted at Transfer Stations, anything bigger must be dismantled and brought in pieces |
Trucks
| Donate/Reuse | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell and part out what you can | Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Typewriters
| Recycle | Dispose |
|---|---|
If more than 80% metal, accepted as scrap metal | Manual and electric ones are accepted at all Transfer Stations |
Walkers
| Recycle |
|---|
Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
- Refer to Medical equipment
Washing Machines
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if still in good condition | Accepted as scrap metal at all Transfer Stations if more than 80% metal |
Water softener tanks
| Recycle |
|---|
Accepted as scrap metal if more than 80% metal |
Woks
| Donate | Recycle |
|---|---|
Sell or donate if in good condition | If more than 80% metal, accepted as scrap metal |