Whether you’re cleaning up or upgrading, help prevent hazardous waste by keeping old and broken electronics out of your trash bin. We can save you a trip to the dump and make sure your old devices and appliances are recycled or disposed of properly.
For smaller items, simply fill out our pickup request form, then place your items next to your bins to be picked up on your regular service day.
Driveway or Garage
Larger items can be placed in your driveway or garage to be picked up on your regular service day. Just complete the pickup request form and make sure we have clear access to the items.
Bulky Item Assistance
If you have items that are too large or heavy to move on your own, we’re happy to help. Fill out our pickup request form and we’ll make arrangements with you to help haul them from your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Many everyday household products (such as propane, gasoline, weed killer, pool chemicals, degreasers, thinners and more) can be dangerous and should not be placed in your curbside bins.
Residents can bring these materials to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility located at the Salem-Keizer Recycling and Transfer Station for free. (Business hazardous waste is accepted by appointment only and will be charged a fee.)
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
Salem-Keizer Recycling and Transfer Station
3250 Deerpark Road SE, Salem, Oregon
Hours: Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Phone: 503-588-5169
Any items prohibited from going in your recycling and organic waste carts should be placed in your trash. This includes:
Non-Recyclable Plastic: Plastic bags; packing materials like “air pillows,” plastic lined envelopes and styrofoam; and plastic lids and screwcaps.
Takeout & Frozen Food Containers: Coffee/drink cups, lids and straws; takeout food containers, wrappers, paper plates and utensils; frozen food packaging and microwave meal boxes/trays.
Misc. Household Waste: Facial tissue, painted or stained wood and plywood, garden hoses, extension cords, and light bulbs (incandescent and LED only).
Must Be Bagged: Pet waste; diapers and feminine hygiene products; ashes, sawdust and packaging peanuts; broken ceramics, glass, etc.
Items that should not go in your garbage:
Batteries
Electronics (computers, monitors, and TVs)
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs)
Hazardous waste
Chemicals
See our Drop-Off Locations page for details on where these items can be taken for safe disposal. You can also schedule junk pickup or electronics removal with us for an additional fee.
Yes! You can schedule a pickup with us and leave your items curbside or in your driveway or garage, or we can assist you with items too big or heavy to move on your own. See our Junk Removal page for more details and to schedule a pickup, or give us a call. Fees may apply — we’ll provide a free estimate.
Visit these drop-off locations in the Salem-Keizer and North Marion area for a convenient way to dispose of extra recycling or certain items that can’t go in your trash bin.
Need to dispose of items too big for your bin or too heavy to haul on your own? Don’t sweat it — we’ll get it. We remove (almost) anything: extra garbage, old furniture, tires, appliances, yard waste, construction debris, mattresses, and more.
Got an extra-large cleanup project? Our 10, 20, 30, and 40-yard drop boxes are here to lend a heavy duty hand. We’ll deliver it right to your door and haul away the mess when you’re done.