DumpSWACO - Household Hazardous Waste drop-off center. is a convenience center in Columbus, Ohio. They take appliances (freon) and hazardous waste. It's open Saturdays and closed Sundays.
Before you go
- Leave these at home, they're not accepted: household trash and tires.
- Loads are charged by gallon, so cover and sort your load before you arrive.
- Call ahead to confirm hours and fees. Small facilities change them without updating their websites.
Fees
| Item / load | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Household hazardous waste (most items) | Free | latex and other water-based paints not accepted in free program |
| Latex / water-based paint (disposal via eei, inc.) | $1.00 per gallon | typically; contact EEI at 614-294-1300 |
Quoted from the source
Most items are free to dispose of, except latex and other water-based paints . Because they are not considered hazardous, latex and other water-based paints are not accepted as part of SWACO’s free HHW program. However, they can be disposed of for a fee — contact EEI, Inc. at 614-294-1300 for disposal prices (typically $1.00 per gallon).
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | First Saturday of the Month: 9 AM – 2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Rules
| Residents only | Call to confirm |
|---|---|
| Permit or sticker | Call to confirm |
| Payment | Call to confirm |
| Free dump days | None posted |
| Ownership | Call to confirm |
What they take
Details
| Address | 645 E 8th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (614) 294-1300 |
| Website | swaco.org |
| Type | Convenience center |
| County | Franklin County, OH |
| Nearby | All dumps near Columbus |
| Google rating | 4.1 ★ · 48 Google reviews |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to dump at SWACO - Household Hazardous Waste drop-off center.?
Posted fees: Household hazardous waste (most items) Free and Latex / water-based paint (disposal via EEI, Inc.) $1.00 per gallon. No per-load price is posted, so call to confirm what a load costs.
What does SWACO - Household Hazardous Waste drop-off center. accept?
According to its website: appliances (freon) and hazardous waste. Not accepted: household trash and tires.
When is SWACO - Household Hazardous Waste drop-off center. open?
Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. See the hours table for times.
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