Pierce County Recycling Questions and Answers
"Q & A"
What should I do with my old couch, recliner, mattress, carpeting, windows, construction /demolition materials, etc.?
Large and bulky items that won't fit in your normal trash should be taken to a transfer station or you can have a garbage hauler pick it up. Please use as a rule of thumb, no liquids are allowed in the garbage. Please refer to the Solid Waste Haulers/Recyclers list for the transfer station or hauler nearest to you. If you have a pickup or trailer, do your own hauling and you may save a substantial amount of money.
What about Eyeglasses?
An "eye-opening" opportunity exists for doing something positive with your old glasses. Lions Clubs collect eyeglasses for distribution in developing countries. Check with your local Lions Club for collection points.
Can I recycle my aerosol cans?
Empty steel aerosol cans are OK to recycle. In fact, they're a great source of steel! Cans should be empty of any contents (remove any plastic caps and place with the trash).
If a new can cannot be recycled due to a nozzle malfunction, return the can to the original point of purchase or save them for a Clean Sweep Hazardous Waste Program.
What about asbestos?
Contact the Solid Waste/Recycling Dept. at (715) 273-3092 for the names and numbers of Asbestos Removal/Testing Services.
What about sharps....needles, syringes, & lancets?
Sharps are extremely dangerous to MRF employees and are not recyclable! The Public Health Dept. (715-273-6755) operates a program that distributes Sharps containers to the public at no cost. Filled containers should be returned to the Public Health Dept. or River Falls Area Hospital for free proper disposal.
Can I recycle styrofoam?
Clean packaging peanuts and styrofoam sheets are accepted by:
Pack & Mail
2312-D Crestview Drive, Hudson, WI
715-386-7511
Solid Waste / Recycling Main Page