Hazardous waste and materials are common at construction sites. The Baywise website has information about how to handle hazardous wastes from deconstruction or demolition projects.

The materials listed here CANNOT be placed in the trash or recycled using curbside recycling. They must be recycled by a specialty recycler. If you need to dispose of a material not on this list, search our RE:Source guide. 

Residents: Find out how to properly dispose of household hazardous waste. 

• Asbestos
• Aerosol Cans (non empty) Note: Empty aerosol cans can go in the recycling bin. 
• Batteries, Household (single-use; rechargeable) or Auto
• Contaminated Soils
• Fluorescent Lighting Tubes and Ballasts Note: Recommendations for when a CFL or other mercury-containing bulb breaks
• Herbicides and Pesticides
• Mercury Thermostats
• Architectural Paint Cans (New/Unopen)
• Architectural Paint Cans (Non-empty) Note: Empty cans from paints, stains and varnishes can go in the recycling bin. 
• Solvents, Thinners & Cleaning Products 
• Treated Wood including Railroad Ties
• Fuels such as Gasoline and Kerosene
• Propane Tanks/Gas Cylinders – refillable
• Propane Tanks/Gas Cylinders – single use