If you have items that you need to dispose of but they are not recyclable in the regular pickup and cannot be put in the trash, April 11th is a day not to miss. You can dispose of those items with the county, free of charge.

Here is information from the website. Full information can be found here: http://recycling.arlingtonva.us/household-hazmat/e-care/

E-CARE

HHM Drop-Off Guidelines

Materials should be in their original containers or properly labeled.
Leaking containers should be over-packed to prevent spills.
Nonhazardous trash materials will not be accepted.
Business and commercial wastes will not be accepted.
Bring ID to verify residency.
Materials are accepted only during posted event hours.
Smoking isn’t allowed at the drop-off site.
The Arlington Environmental Collection and Recycling Event (E-CARE) is a biannual event at which residents can safely dispose of household hazardous materials (HHM), bikes, small metal items, shoes, clothing and other recyclable items.

Before you come to E-CARE, talk to your neighbors. Combine your items and save a trip to the collection site. Business and commercial wastes will not be accepted.

Accepted Materials

Automotive fluids
Car care products
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs)
Corrosives (acids/caustics)
Fire extinguishers
Flammable solvents
Fluorescent tubes
Fuels/petroleum products
Household cleaners
Lawn and garden chemicals
Mercury
Paint products (25-can limit)
Photographic chemicals
Poisons (pesticides)
Propane gas cylinders (small hand-held or larger)
Swimming pool chemicals

Unaccepted Materials

Asbestos
Explosives and ammunition
Freon
Medical wastes
Prescription medications
Radioactive materials
Smoke detectors
Mercury

We’ll collect household devices containing mercury (thermostats, thermometers, sphygmomanometers, manometers, barometers, hygrometers and liquid mercury). CFLs will also be collected on site.

Bikes

Bikes for the World will be accepting serviceable and repairable bikes to be sent to countries where they are needed for basic transportation. A $10 donation per bike is requested to offset shipping charges. Portable sewing machines, baseball and soccer equipment, and bike parts and accessories are also collected and shipped overseas with the reconditioned bikes. For more information, call 703-525-0931.

Small Metal Items

Acceptable small metal items include pots, pans, tools, pipes, venetian blinds, small appliances and metal items fitting an 11-1/2-inch by 46-inch opening.

Look Up Your Item

Small metal items can also be dropped off at the Inert Materials and Scrap Metal Drop-Off Facility. Call 703-228-6570 for an appointment.

Electronics

Computers, printers, keyboards, scanners, copiers, cellphones and televisions (no large wooden console TVs) will be collected. A $20 fee for televisions and $15 for computer monitors applies, but LED or LCD monitors and TVs are free. Cash or checks only (made payable to Arlington County Treasurer).

Electronics can also be collected curbside for recycling or dropped off at the Electronics Collection and Recycling Center (ERCR). Request an electronics pickup online or call 703-228-6570 (after hours, select option 2).

Clothing, Linens, Shoes, Microwaves, and Air Conditioners

Art for Humanity will be collecting “gently used” but functional clothing, linens, shoes, microwaves, air conditioners, rugs, and pots, pans and other kitchen items. Winter clothing is most needed. Linens are needed, including sheets, blankets, bed spreads and towels. Receipts for tax purposes are available. Financial donations are appreciated to assist with shipping.

Eyeglasses and Durable Medical Equipment

Your old eyeglasses and hearing aids will be cleaned, sorted and dispensed at clinics overseas run by volunteers. Donated wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, canes, braces and strollers are shipped to clinics in remote villages.