Illinois residents only, residential waste only. Appointment required. Open to the public twice a month except December.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Call to confirmCouch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
Call to confirmAppliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
AcceptedResidential waste only; no business waste.
Normal load fee applies
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmConcrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmRecycling
Call to confirmFees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
Confirm load charges and item surcharges before you go.
Payment: Call to confirm
Access rules
Illinois residents only, residential waste only. Appointment required. Open to the public twice a month except December.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Yes
Posted hours
Hours not confirmed, call first.
Drop-off days are twice a month except December; Nov 7 and Nov 14, 2026 are listed. Daily hours not listed; call to confirm.
Local time: America/ChicagoWhat’s not accepted
See “Not accepted” tiles above. Other exclusions: call to confirm.
Free options
Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- SWALCO Household Chemical Waste ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Illinois EPA long-term household hazardous waste collections ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026