April 15, 2025·Disposal Guides
How to Dispose of Household Chemicals in Orlando, FL
Orlando garages, sheds, and laundry rooms accumulate hazardous chemicals over the years, pesticides, pool chemicals, automotive fluids, cleaning products, and solvents. These cannot go in regular trash or dumpsters. Here's how to safely and legally dispose of household chemicals in Orange County.
Orange County Hazardous Waste Facility
The Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at 5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL 32829 accepts all household hazardous chemicals for free. Operating hours are Monday through Saturday. No appointment needed. Accepted items include pesticides and herbicides, pool chemicals, automotive oil and fluids, batteries, solvents and paint thinners, fluorescent bulbs and tubes, fire extinguishers, and propane tanks.
What NOT to Put in a Dumpster
These items are prohibited from roll-off dumpsters and regular trash: liquid chemicals of any kind, batteries (car, lithium, or household), motor oil and transmission fluid, antifreeze, pool chemicals, pesticides and herbicides, fluorescent tubes and CFLs, medical waste and sharps, and propane tanks. Violation can result in environmental fines and contamination.
Safe Handling Tips
Keep chemicals in original labeled containers when possible. Never mix chemicals. Transport in a well-ventilated vehicle with containers secured upright. If a container is leaking, place it inside a larger container or bucket for transport. Wear gloves when handling old or corroded containers.
What CAN Go in a Dumpster During Cleanouts
During garage and home cleanouts, non-hazardous items like old tools, broken furniture, cardboard, scrap wood, and general household items all go in the dumpster. Set aside any chemical containers for a separate trip to the hazardous waste facility. If you have large amounts to dispose of, renting a dumpster is the easiest and most cost-effective option. Dumpster Strong delivers roll-off containers across Orlando and Central Florida, book online in under 3 minutes and save $25 with code STRONG25.
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Written by Rafael Aranha
Founder of Dumpster Strong, serving Orlando and Central Florida since 2017. Reviewed and updated June 2026.