2023 Household Hazardous Waste Collections

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events ​are open to residents of CVSWMD member towns only*

Saturday, April 8, 2023 - Barre Town Garage
Saturday, June 10, 2023 - Tunbridge Transfer Station
Saturday, July 8, 2023 - Hardwick Town Garage
Saturday, August 26, 2023 - Bradford Town Garage
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - Montpelier Dept. of Labor 
All events held
​9am - 1pm 
Fee: $20 per vehicle
Proof of residency required*
*CVSWMD Member Towns include: Barre City, Barre Town, Berlin, Bradford, Calais, Chelsea, Duxbury, East Montpelier, Fairlee, Hardwick, Middlesex, Montpelier, Orange, Plainfield, Tunbridge, Walden, Washington, Williamstown, and Woodbury. 
If you live in a different town, check with your local waste district to learn about hazardous waste disposal options in your area.

Business/Organization Hazardous Waste

Businesses, Municipalities, and Schools 
​Businesses, Municipalities, and Schools must register with the state as a Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG). Learn more at the State of Vermont's website. 
Businesses, Municipalities and Schools need to contact CVSWMD at 802-229-9383 at least two weeks in advance of the collection event to pre-register.
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What to do when the Hazardous Waste collection season is over?  If the season is over, see our website for tips on storing your HHW safely until the next collection event.  What if I can’t wait?  If you cannot wait for a collection event you can contact a private contractor:
  • ​Safety Kleen – 479-1200
  • Clean Harbors – 860-583-8917
  • ENPRO – 802-860-1200
​Common Hazardous Waste examples:
  • Paint thinners, solvents
  • Paints or stains WITHOUT identifiable labels intact on the cans.
  • Cleaners that contain bleach, tub &  tile cleaners, toilet bowl cleaners
  • Drain openers, oven cleaners, floor wax
  • Tar, adhesives
  • Pesticides, aerosols, moth balls​​
Learn more about Household Hazardous Waste.
What is Household Hazardous Waste?
​How to reduce and replace toxins in your home.

Year-Round Hazardous Waste Collection 

Do you have household hazardous waste you need to dispose of NOW?

The Chittenden Solid Waste District now collects hazardous waste from residents outside its district for a fee. Click here for complete information from CSWD. 

Wondering what Household Hazardous Waste is?! Visit our Hazardous Waste program page to learn more! 
Remember: always store household hazardous waste in a cool, dry place that is inaccessible to children and pets. Don't flush or pour household hazardous wastes down the drain or outside. Make sure to dispose of them properly at a hazardous waste facility or hazardous waste collection event.

Paint, Batteries, Bulbs and Electronics Recycling Programs

Paint, batteries, bulbs and e-waste have year round drop-off locations throughout VT. Check out these websites to find a location near you! You can also bring paint, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, and E-Waste to our Additional Recyclables Collection Center (ARCC) at 540 North Main Street in Barre year round. 
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Please note: Batteries, Fluorescent Bulbs, and Electronics are not accepted at CVSWMD Household Hazardous Waste Collections.

OR call 1-855-63-CYCLE