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.

The R-Board’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day is scheduled for September 13, 2025, from 9 AM to 3 PM 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. No commercial waste will be accepted.

Accepted Materials at Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day:

• Aerosols
• Gasoline
• Oil-based stains
• Paint thinner
• Oil paint
• Wood polish
• Furniture stain
• Herbicides
• Pesticides
• Propane tanks (under 20 pounds)
• Pool chemicals
• Other household chemicals
• Oil (accepted daily at the Regional Landfill or Belman Road Convenience Center)

Not Accepted Materials at Household Hazardous Waste Day:

• Biohazards
• Oxygen tanks
• Asbestos
• Medical waste
• Explosives/ammunition
• Cylinders larger than 20 pounds
• Televisions
• Old CRT monitors

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 540-658-5279.

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.