SWALCO Announces New Service for Special Materials

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May 4, 2022

Latex Paint, Single-Use Propane Cylinders and Fire Extinguishers Recycling now hosted by SWALCO!



Special Materials 2022

Beginning later in May, SWALCO, the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL., will kick off a monthly drop-off service for Latex Paint, Small Single-Use Propane Cylinders & Fire Extinguishers for residents. The associated fees will cover the cost of proper handling, storing and recycling/reuse of these high-demand items.

This new service is available by appointment only and will occur on the 3rd Wednesday of the month with the exception of the FIRST EVENT which is scheduled for May 25th

Only the items mentioned will be accepted.  UNKNOWN/UNLABELED CYLINDERS/CANISTERS/CONTAINERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Residential Material only - NO BUSINESS Waste.

Credit or Debit Cards will be the ONLY accepted form of payment - NO CASH or CHECKS.

Please reach out with any questions via email to: info@swalco.org

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