FAQs
We accept tires for disposal at our locations. As of March 1st, 2024 tires will be charged individually at $15.00 without rim and $20.00 with rim. To dispose of large quantities of tires contact L&S Tire Company at (253) 582-5556 or other tire disposal companies.
Liquid latex, oil based and water based paint can be brought into our Hidden Valley location, in Puyallup, as part of the household hazardous waste program. Limit of 35 items or 35 gallons per trip. If paint is completely dried out, then the can will be accepted as regular garbage and subject to minimum charge. For more information, please visit HHW page.
Yes, they come in as regular garbage. If 5 or more are brought in, they are $65.27 per piece.
Yes, concrete comes in as regular garbage.
Used motor oil is accepted at either the Hidden Valley or Purdy transfer stations. Please limit to 5 gallons per trip and you will need to drain it into the provided container.
Yes, we can take residential cooking oil at our Hidden Valley location, in Puyallup, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am-noon and 1pm-5pm as part of our household hazardous waste collection. Limited to 5 gallons per trip.
Cash, debit and credit cards. We do not accept checks
No. Glass other than beverage bottles contain contaminants that hamper the recycling process.
No. They are garbage.
Yes, televisions are accepted at our Hidden Valley and Purdy locations and are charged $85 each. At our Prairie Ridge location, televisions are accepted at no charge. Please note that the Prairie Ridge site is for Pierce County residents only and does not accept commercial materials.
Yes, we can take lawnmowers in us recycle area as long as they are most metal and drained of all fluids. If they are accepted in the recycling area there is no charge.
Yes, we can take a boat as long as its under 22’ and all the extra items area removed. It must be the hull and frame only.
Most non-freon appliances are accepted free of charge and accepted as recycling. Including but not limited to hot water heaters, ovens, dish washers, washer and dryer, microwaves, trash compactors, stoves, etc. Check in with the scale house attendant to be directed on where to off load these items properly at each location.
We can take many types of furniture at our locations including but not limited to couches, sectionals, recliners, tables, chairs and desks. These items will be charged as garbage. Please refer to Rates tab for current minimum charge.