Free for Illinois residents; businesses not accepted. Liquids in containers of 5 gallons or less. City of Rockford residents may also drop up to 4 passenger tires per day.
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
LimitedCity of Rockford residents only, up to 4 passenger tires per day.
Item price: call to confirm
Appliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
LimitedOil-based paint accepted; latex paint no longer accepted.
Item price: call to confirm
Household hazardous waste
AcceptedNormal 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 |
Free for Illinois residents.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Free for Illinois residents; businesses not accepted. Liquids in containers of 5 gallons or less. City of Rockford residents may also drop up to 4 passenger tires per day.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sat | 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sun | 12:00 pm–4:00 pm |
Closed New Year's Day, Easter, July 4 and Christmas.
Local time: America/ChicagoWhat’s not accepted
- Radioactive waste
- Compressed gas cylinders
- Explosives
- Commercial or agricultural waste
- 12-volt automotive and marine batteries
- Latex paint
Free options
Free for Illinois residents.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- City of Rockford - Household Hazardous Waste Disposal ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026