SERVICE ALERT: Storm conditions are impacting collection routes throughout Washoe County (including Reno, Sparks and Incline Village), and Storey County. Some routes may be reversed to allow roads in higher elevations more time to clear as daytime temperatures increase. This means your driver may arrive earlier or later than usual on your regular collection day. Thank you for your understanding as our drivers slow down for safety in winter conditions. Go to the My Account tab at WM.com to sign up for text and email service updates.

How do I safely dispose of old car and household batteries, used motor oil or antifreeze, CFL bulbs and sharps?

The transfer station on Commercial Row accepts Antifreeze, Used Motor Oil and Car Batteries.
Other options include:

  • Car Batteries:
    • Howard’s Chevron Inc.
    • O’Reilly Auto Parts
    • American Auto Wreckers
    • Clean Harbors Environmental
  • Household Batteries:
    • Batteries Plus
  • Used Motor Oil:
    • O’Reilly Auto Parts Reno Drain Oil
    • Clean Harbors Environmental
  • Antifreeze:
    • Reno Drain Oil Services
    • Clean Harbors Environmental
  • CFL Bulbs:
    • http://thinkgreenfromhome.com
    • Recycling Center – accepts screw in and pig-tail type CFL bulbs at no charge and $3 per CFL tube.
    • Lockwood Landfill – accepts screw in and pig-tail type CFL bulbs at no charge and $3 per CFL tube.
  • Sharps: