Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
What is hazardous waste?
Some materials are flammable, explosive, or toxic and must be disposed of properly. These items can only be disposed of during a Household Hazardous Waste Collection day. Materials that require special disposal include gasoline, herbicides, pesticides, pool chemicals, and more.
When is the next hazardous waste day?
The R-Board’s Annual Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day is scheduled for September 12, 2026, at the Stafford Regional Airport, located at 95 Aviation Way, Fredericksburg, VA. Please note that this event is exclusively for residents of the City of Fredericksburg and Stafford County. Businesses are not allowed to bring their hazardous waste.
- The following limits apply per household:
- 5 gallons of liquid HHW
- Container size may not exceed five gallons
- 40 pounds of solid HHW
- Container size may not exceed five gallons
You can also recycle your electronics, including cell phones, laptops, iPads, printer cartridges, computer cables, and printers. If you are bringing only electronics, save yourself time in line by visiting the Regional Landfill or the Belman Road Convenience Center, as they accept electronics for recycling daily.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 540-658-5279.
What items are accepted and not accepted on Hazardous Waste Day?
Hazardous Waste
Accepted:
- Aerosols
- Cleaning chemicals
- Diesel
- Furniture stain
- Gasoline
- Herbicides
- Insecticides
- Mercury thermometers
- Oil paint
- Pesticides
- Pool chemicals
- Propane tanks under 20 pounds
- Wood polish
Not accepted:
- Ammunition
- Asbestos
- Automotive batteries
- Biohazards
- Cylinders over 20 pounds
- Explosives
- Medical waste
- Medications
- Oxygen tanks
- Radioactive
Electronics
Accepted:
- Cell phones
- Computer cables
- Computer towers
- Electrical cords
- Ink cartridges/ink toners
- iPads
- Keyboards
- Laptops
- Printers
- Tablets
Not accepted:
- CRT monitors
- Televisions
Alternatives to Hazardous Waste Day
Fire Extinguishers: If you need to dispose of fire extinguishers, contact Fire Safety Systems to see if they can recycle them.
Latex Paint: The R-Board accepts latex paint daily at the Regional Landfill, located at 489 Eskimo Hill Road, Stafford, VA.
Electronics: Electronics can be dropped off daily at the Regional Landfill and the Belman Road Convenience Center.
Propane tanks: If you need to dispose of a propane tank for your gas grill, consider using a propane tank exchange or a filling station near you. For larger tanks, check for the name on the tank and contact the company listed there. Since they own the tank, they will provide guidance for proper disposal.