Easily and safely dispose of leftover paint, pesticides, cleaners, and other household hazardous waste (HHW) during our regularly scheduled HHW collection events.
Many common household products contain chemicals that could easily ignite or explode if not disposed of properly. These toxic chemicals can adversely affect people, animals, plants, and fish and, therefore, require special care when disposed of.
Join us in making a difference and protecting our environment by properly disposing of hazardous waste. Together, we can create a safer, healthier world for ourselves and future generations.
Events are held at the City’s Recycling Center.
Monthly
First Wednesdays – 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
(rain or shine)
Alternate Arrangements
To arrange an alternate day or time, please see Appointment Based Service.
What to Bring
- Valid driver’s license and
- Residents:Â Recent City of Round Rock water bill
- Voucher Participants: Valid HHW Voucher
- Non-residents:Â $40 per car, cash or check payments accepted
Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines to help keep the wait time to a minimum. Â
- Limit materials to 25 gallons or less
- Keep products in original containers if possible
- Seal containers and label unmarked products
- Do not place items in bags
- Place containers in boxes to prevent spills in your vehicleÂ
- Do not mix or consolidate products
- Items should be easily accessible for staff
- Remain in your vehicle and a member of our staff will assist you.
Acceptable Items
- BRING IT!
Up to 25 gallons combined of:
- Adhesives
- Aerosol cans
- Automotive waste – oil, antifreeze, batteries, more
- Cleaning products
- Lawn/garden chemicals – fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides
- Mercury
- Paint (Latex Paint Tip)
- Paint thinner and solvents
- Poisons
- Polishes, lacquer, varnishes
- Pool chemicals
- Smoke detectors
- Solvents
- Stain
- Turpentine
If you’re not able to attend the monthly HHW collection event and need to arrange a different drop-off time, you can schedule an appointment online or by calling 512-218-5554.
- Round Rock Residents:Â Bring a valid driver’s license, recent City water bill, and $20 fee cash or check (no credit/debit cards accepted)
- Voucher Participants: Bring a valid HHW Voucher and $20 fee cash or check (no credit/debit cards accepted)
- Non-residents:Â Bring $60 fee cash or check (no credit/debit cards accepted)
Automotive Waste
Automotive products are accepted from residents daily at the Recycling Center during regular operating hours.
- Antifreeze
- Brake, transmission, power steering fluid
- Car batteries
- Gasoline *
- Motor oil *
- Oil filters
Gasoline:
Tires
- Wal-Mart Automotive Center: 512-310-9024
- Discount Tire: 512-341-8593
- NTB National Tire and Battery: 512-238-9523
Voucher Program
Out-of-city residents located in Fern Bluff MUD or Brushy Creek MUD can participate with a valid voucher. See Brushy Creek MUDÂ or Fern Bluff MUD to obtain a voucher.
Williamson County Residents
Williamson County and Waste Management host HHW collection events twice a year for residents of Williamson County. Details at Williamson County HHW.
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Got Latex Paint
- Open the can to let the paint dry.Â
Once the paint is completely dry, you may dispose of it and the can, by placing it next to your garbage cart on your scheduled pick-up day. Please remove the lid from the paint can when placed out for collection.
How much paint do you need?
| 1. Determine the total square feet (sq ft) of each area: | Example: |
| Â Â Â Â For each wall, multiply the height by the width: | 10 ft. x 12 ft. = 120 sq ft (one wall) |
| Â Â Â Â For each ceiling, multiply the length by the width: | 15 ft. x 12 ft. = 180 sq ft (one ceiling) |
| 2. Add up the total sq ft for all walls and ceilings to be painted: | 120 sq ft + 180 sq ft = 300 total sq ft |
| 3. Determine gallons needed for one coat (divide total sq ft by 400): | 300 sq ft / 400 = .75 gallons |
Open Daily 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Closed Sundays)
310 Deepwood Drive
Round Rock, Texas 78681
Phone: 512-218-5554
Email:Â recycling@roundrocktexas.gov
