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How Do I
Dispose of...
Not everything belongs in your trash or recycling cart. Find the right way to dispose of everyday items, electronics, hazardous materials and more.
Where Does It Go?
Recycling
Paper, cardboard, bottles, cans and other accepted recyclables.
Electronics
Computers, televisions, printers, tablets and other electronic devices cannot be disposed of in Colorado landfills.
Paint & Chemicals
Paint, chemicals and other household hazardous materials require special handling.
Furniture & Bulk Items
Furniture, mattresses and other oversized household items may qualify for VVW bulk pickup.
Construction Materials
Cleaning up after a remodel or construction project?
Yard Waste
Branches, leaves and other landscaping debris may require special collection.
Electronics
Don't Toss Your E-Waste.
Colorado law prohibits certain electronic devices from being disposed of in landfills. Eagle County residents and businesses can recycle electronics through the Eagle County Household Hazardous Waste Facility. The existing VVW page currently states a charge of $0.20 per pound, but because that's Eagle County's fee rather than VVW's, I would verify that rate before carrying it onto the new site.
Electronics That Require Recycling
Computers & Monitors
Televisions
Printers & Fax Machines
DVD Players & VCRs
Keyboards & Mice
Radios & Stereos
Video Game Consoles
Laptops
Tablets
Banned electronics can be taken to the Eagle County Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Wolcott for proper recycling.
Questions? Call Eagle County Solid Waste & Recycling at 970-328-3470.
Household Hazardous Waste
Lawn and garden products: insect sprays, fertilizers, weed killers, fungicide, herbicide and rodenticides
Paint and paint-related products: latex paint, oil-based paint, paint thinner, turpentine, paint strippers, rust removers, varnishes and stains.
Household cleaners: ammonia and bleach-based cleaners, oven, drain, floor, tub, tile and toilet bowl cleaners.
Automotive fluids and automotive batteries: used motor oil and filters, gas fuel, diesel fuel, lead acid batteries, antifreeze, and brake and transmission fluid.
Miscellaneous waste: mercury thermostats, swimming pool chemicals, sharps and syringes.
Batteries: Sorted by category
Wildlife awarness
Secure Your Waste
Keep trash in a wildlife-resistant container where required and make sure lids are completely closed and secured.
Know When to Put It Out
Follow your community's rules for when carts may be placed curbside. Wildlife regulations can vary by municipality.
Never Leave Waste Accessible
Don't leave bags, food waste or other attractants outside of a secured container.
Still Not Sure?
Where Does this Go?
Hidden
Can I put this in my trash?
Common household trash includes:
- Non-recyclable packaging
- Plastic bags and film
- Styrofoam
- Disposable diapers
- Broken household items
- Other non-hazardous household waste
Keep electronics, hazardous waste, recyclables and other prohibited materials out of your trash cart.
Can I recycle this?
Common recyclables include:
- Cardboard
- Paper
- Aluminum and steel cans
- Glass bottles and jars
- Accepted plastic bottles and containers
Place recyclables loose in your recycling cart. Do not bag them.
Is this a bulk item?
Common bulk items include:
- Furniture
- Mattresses
- Box springs
- Large household items
- Oversized items that won't fit in your cart
Is this electronic waste?
Examples include:
- TVs and monitors
- Desktop and laptop computers
- Tablets
- Printers and fax machines
- DVD players and VCRs
- Keyboards and mice
- Radios and stereos
- Video game consoles
These electronics cannot be placed in your trash or recycling cart. Take them to an approved electronics recycling location.
Is this household hazardous waste?
Common examples include:
- Paint and stains
- Solvents
- Household chemicals
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Automotive fluids
- Certain batteries
- Other toxic, flammable or corrosive products
These electronics cannot be placed in your trash or recycling cart. Take them to an approved electronics recycling location.
What about construction or remodeling debris?
Examples include:
- Lumber
- Drywall
- Flooring
- Cabinets
- Fixtures
- Roofing materials
- Other renovation debris
Depending on the amount and material, a dumpster rental or on-call pickup may be the best option.
Questions?
Still unsure of what goes where?