Be sure to confirm with drop-off locations prior to arriving to verify site location, materials accepted, and hours of operation. This guide was compiled as an informational service to our residents and does not imply an endorsement or approval by the City of Gainesville. All businesses and organizations listed in this guide are responsible for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws pertaining to recycling, waste disposal, and environmental protection. Most items listed are accepted for recycling for free at drop-off sites; however, fees may apply for the disposal of other items at private facilities and for commercially generated waste.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Absorbent materials used to absorb or soak up motor oil or fluids need to be properly disposed of in the same way as the oil or fluid itself.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Disposal: Absorbents such as paper towels used to soak up cooking oil are not hazardous waste and can be disposed of with garbage. Be sure to bag absorbent material before placing it in a waste collection container.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Household Hazardous Waste is accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Aerosol cans must be fully emptied before placing in recycling
Accepted for Recycling (remove and discard plastic caps, nozzles affixed to cans can be left on)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full aerosol can products such as pesticides, adhesives, or spray paint are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse: Save this material until you next need to ship a package
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Did you know?
It takes 90% less energy to manufacture an aluminum can from recycled aluminum than from raw aluminum ore.
Accepted for Recycling (remove caps)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO aluminum foil, pie pans or trays
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
Sell: Local locations that pay for recycled aluminum cans
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Aluminum foil is too often food contaminated for recycling and is a lighter weight material than aluminum cans, which limits its marketability.
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Donate: Clean pie tins are accepted for reuse at
Sell: Local locations that pay for recycled aluminum cans
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Do NOT leave puddles of antifreeze on pavement or unattended buckets of antifreeze as it poses a serious health hazard to children and pets.
Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full containers of antifreeze are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Avoid having to set out appliances for collection by arranging for used appliances to be hauled away by the same company when new appliances are delivered.
Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of household appliances.
To make an appliance collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:
Public Drop-off Locations: Non-refrigerant residential household generated appliances are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station
Public Drop-off Locations: Refrigerant (refrigerators, freezers, A/C’s) residential household generated appliances are accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station (FEES MAY APPLY)
Commercial & Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts non-refrigerant household appliances for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park, 5115 NE 63rd, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-334-0176
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
- Commercial Metals, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
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Sell: Appliances in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications
Donate: Local charities that accept appliances in good working condition
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts properly prepared asbestos material for disposal
Asbestos Removal Services: for a fee
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts asphalt for recycling at
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full barrels of oil or chemicals are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Local locations that pay for clean, empty metal barrels (call first)
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Household Hazardous Waste is accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Batteries Plus Bulbs, 3318 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-872-5920 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Battery Land, 1535 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-213-5815 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Battery Source, 4811 SW 34th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-9191 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Interstate Battery, 2442 NW 66th Ct., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-372-0133 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Advance Auto Parts, 6 locations in the Gainesville area (FEES MAY APPLY)
- AutoZone, 3 locations in the Gainesville area (FEES MAY APPLY)
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Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Disposal: This material is safe to place in your trash.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Most cellular phone stores, large retail stores, and many other locations. Visit Call2Recycle.org to find the closest rechargeable battery drop-off location to you
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Batteries Plus Bulbs, 3318 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-872-5920 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Battery Land, 1535 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-213-5815 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Battery Source, 4811 SW 34th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-9191 (FEES MAY APPLY)
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Repair: Bicycles can be repaired at
- Bikes and More, 2133 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-6574
- Chain Reaction Bicycles, 1630 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32603, 352-373-4052
- Gator Cycle, 1700 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-3962
- Super Cool Bike Shop, 3460 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-371-2453
- Re-Bike, 16 NW 18th St. #115, Gainesville, FL 32603, 352-257-1813
- Recycled Bicycles, 17 NW 8th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 372-4890
- The Freewheel Project, 618 S. Main St. #A, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-2100
- Trailside Bikeshop, 210 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-327-3727
Donate: Bicycles in good condition or only needing small repairs are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Sell: Boats in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications
Sell: Local locations that pay for metal boats
- CMC Recyling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
Disposal: Accepted for disposal at
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Sell: Used textbooks and other hardcover books can be sold through online marketplace applications
Sell: Local locations that pay for used books
Donate: Books in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Friends of the Library (Alachua County Library District), 430 N. Main St. #B, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-1676
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
Recycle: Accepts hardback (hard-bound) books for recycling (FEES MAY APPLY TO COVER EXTRA LABOR TO CUT SPINES OFF)
Accepted for Recycling:
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO hardback or hardcover books
Sell: Local locations that pay for used books
Donate: Books in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Friends of the Library (Alachua County Library District), 430 N. Main St. #B, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-1676
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Ship/Mail: Accepts bras for recycling. No mailing costs.
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Ship/Mail: Accepts Brita filters, pitchers, dispensers, and bottles for recycling
- Brita – only Brita products
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse: Save this material until you next need to ship a package
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Residents with City of Gainesville Curbside Service may setout interior remodeling waste generated from "Do-It-Yourself" projects for weekly bulk item collection. No more than 2 cubic yards per week, no pieces longer than 5 feet in length or no piece weighing more than 40 pounds. Smaller interior remodeling debris pieces such as broken tiles and wood scraps must be set out in personal reusable containers weighing no more than 40 pounds per container.
Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed.
Donate: Interior building materials in good condition such as flooring, doors, fixtures, cabinets, and furniture) are accepted for reuse at
- Alachua Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728
- The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, (352) 363-8902
- Total Home (formerly ReUser Building Products), 904 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-379-4600
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
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Did you know?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is produced by the incomplete combustion of any fuel that contains carbon such as natural gas, oil, propane, coal, and wood products. At home, sources of carbon monoxide include gas- and oil-burning appliances such as furnaces, dryers, water heaters, ovens, wood-burning stoves, charcoal grills, and automobiles.
Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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Did you know?
Over 90% of all products shipped in the US are shipped in corrugated boxes, which totals more than 400 billion square feet of cardboard.
Accepted for Recycling (flatten boxes into pieces no larger than 4 ft. by 4 ft. and remove any plastic film or plastic packing material)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO boxes with food residue, such as greasy pizza boxes
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Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed
Carpeting must be set out in rolls, and each roll can be no longer than 5 feet in length or weighing more than 40 pounds.
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Donate: Large new carpet remnants are accepted for reuse at
Donate: Carpet squares are accepted for reuse at
Did you know?
Paper, plastic, and aluminum are layered together to make cartons. A typical shelf-stable carton averages 74% paper, 22% plastic, and 4% aluminum.
Accepted for Recycling (rinse out and discard caps)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO pouches or straws
NO take-out containers
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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- Rinse items with bleach and bag for disposal
Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Most cellular phone stores, large retail stores, and many other locations
- Visit Call2Recycle.org to find the closest drop-off location to you
Sell: Used cellular phones in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Repair: Cell phones can be repaired for a fee at
- uBreakiFix, 3333 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-505-6834
- Orange Phone Care, 4110 SW 34th St. #8, Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-519-5848
- We Fix It Phone Repair, 3318 SW 35th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-872-5920 (located inside Batteries Plus Bulbs)
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
PROPER HANDLING OF CHEMICALS
1. In case of spills, dilute with water, or soak up with newspaper. Put into a plastic bag.
2. Keep chemicals in original containers if possible. Be sure the chemicals are labeled.
3. Do not mix chemicals.
4. Place containers in cardboard boxes. Use crumpled newspaper in boxes to prevent breakage.
5. Place leaky containers in clear plastic bags and transport in boxes with newspaper.
6. Put boxes in the trunk of a car or bed of a truck away from passengers.
Public Drop-off Location: Chemical waste and toxic materials are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Did you know?
The average 6 to 7 foot Christmas tree takes between eight and ten years to grow.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Place out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day. Be sure to remove all decorations and lights.
NO plastic bags
NO flocked or spray-painted trees
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse: Many dry cleaners will take back their own hangers for reuse
Donate: Many local charities accept hangers for reuse
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Recycle: Large volumes of metal coat hangers can be recycled as scrap metal at
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Clothing in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Sell: Local locations that pay for used clothing
- Flashback Recycled Fashions, 220 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-3752
- Plato’s Closet, 3441 W. University Ave. #B, Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-374-4402
- Weecycle of Gainesville (baby clothes only), 1405 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-376-2212
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) are accepted for recycling at
- Home Depot stores, 2 Gainesville area location
- Lowes stores, 2 Gainesville area locations
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.
To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:
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Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts concrete for recycling at
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed.
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts construction and demolition materials for disposal at
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts concrete and asphalt for recycling at
Removal: Local commercial service providers licensed to construction and demolition roll-off collection services in the City of Gainesville for a fee
warning - special handling required
Never pour grease or oil down the drain as it will clog your sewer lines
Residential disposal:
- Pour grease or oil into a metal container such as an empty soup can. Do NOT pour hot grease into plastic or glass containers.
- After the grease has cooled and solidified, bag the can filled with grease.
- Place the bag in your regular trash container.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Restaurants are required to contract with private companies for the proper disposal of kitchen grease and cooking oil.
Business Disposal Services: for a fee
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Reuse: Most gas grill cooking tanks can be refilled and exchanged for full tanks at propane refilling distributors and retail propane outlets.
Public Drop-off Locations: Small cylinders and tanks (up to 1 pound in size) and gas grill tanks (2 to 20 pounds in size) are accepted at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Disposal: To remove commercial heating tanks for a fee call
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Reuse: Return empty oxygen tanks to the company that made it. The name of the company should be stamped or printed on the tank.
Public Drop-off Locations: Cylinders and tanks are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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warning - special handling required
Do NOT dispose of dead animals in residential or commercial garbage containers.
Use caution when handling or transporting dead animals. Be sure to wear protective clothing and gloves.
Report: Dead animals located on the roadside or public right-of-way call
- State Roads/Highways – Florida Department of Transportation, 352-381-4300
- County Roads – Alachua County Road & Bridges, 352-548-1215
- City Streets – City of Gainesville Solid Waste Division, 352-334-2330
Disposal: Domestic or wild animals on private property call for a fee
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts uncontaminated dirt for disposal at
Soil Testing Services: for a fee
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Unbroken household dishware in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Habitat For Humanity Resale Center, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
Disposal: Broken dishware can be disposed of in your regular garbage container. Be sure to place broken pieces in a bag before placing them in your garbage.
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry plastic dry cleaner bags are accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse Options:
- Break into small pieces and use as packing material
- Use as a seed start by planting seeds in molded cups
- Use as a paint palette for children’s paints
- Store small doll toys or game pieces
- Use as a “boot tree” to boots keep their shape
- Store a dozen golf balls
- Use as a drawer organizer for small items, such as jewelry, buttons or paper clips
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry foam egg cartons are accepted for recycling at
Reuse Options:
- Break into small pieces and use as packing material
- Use as a seed start by planting seeds in molded cups
- Use as a paint palette for children’s paints
- Store small doll toys or game pieces
- Use as a “boot tree” to boots keep their shape
- Store a dozen golf balls
- Use as a drawer organizer for small items, such as jewelry, buttons or paper clips
Accepted for Recycling (remove eggs)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 Locations
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.
To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Emergency: Call 911
Non-emergency: Call City’s of Gainesville’s Communications, 352-955-1818
Public Drop-off: Fireworks, flares, and flare guns are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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Donate: Gently used prescription glasses are accepted for reuse at
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- LensCrafters (Oaks Mall), 6667 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-332-0744
- Pearle Vision (Oaks Mall), 6419 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6321
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
Donate: Fencing material in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Total Home (formerly ReUser Building Products), 904 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-379-4600
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
Private Drop-off Locations: Accept for disposal at
Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed
Residents with City of Gainesville Curbside Service may setout interior remodeling waste generated from "Do-It-Yourself" projects for weekly bulk item collection. No more than 2 cubic yards per week, no pieces longer than 5 feet in length or no piece weighing more than 40 pounds. Smaller interior remodeling debris pieces such as broken tiles and wood scraps must be set out in personal reusable containers weighing no more than 40 pounds per container.
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Residential household generated fiberglass insulation material is accepted at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Limit of one level truckload of fiberglass insulation per day
Commercial & Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts fiberglass insulation for disposal at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station, 5115 NE 63rd, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-334-0176 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Florence Recycling & Disposal, 3222 SE Hawthorne Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-375-5189 (FEES MAY APPLY)
- Watson C&D Landfill, 12890 FL-24, Archer, FL 32618, 352-495-9449 (FEES MAY APPLY)
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Private Services: Recharge and safe disposal of fire extinguishers for a fee
- Alachua Fire Extinguisher Co., 2939 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-377-3473
- American Fire & Safety Supply, 953 NE Osceola Ave., Ocala FL 34470, 352-378-2694
- Gator Fire Equipment Co., 1032 S. Main St., Gainsville, FL 32601, 352-373-1738
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Fireworks are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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Did you know?
Congress adopted the Stars & Stripes as the American flag on June 14, 1777. The first official version of the flag displayed 13 stripes and 13 stars, for the 13 original colonies.
Disposal: For information on the proper disposal of a United States of America flag visit the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
More info: If your flag is no longer serviceable, the preferred method of disposal is in a formal flag retirement ceremony where the flag is incinerated. It is also acceptable for individuals to seal an old flag in a box or bag and bury it, or burn it in a respectful ceremony. Flag Day (June 14) is a popular date for many service organizations, including the American Legion and Boy Scouts, to collect worn flags and conduct flag retirement ceremonies.
If your flag is dirty or dingy, washing it may save it from early retirement. Washing flags is not prohibited and in fact, washing your flag on a regular basis can prolong its life. Most outdoor flags can be hand washed with a mild laundry detergent and left to air dry. Flags can also be dry-cleaned. It is also acceptable to make minor repairs to a damaged flag. Repairs should not be conspicuous and dimensions of the flag should not be noticeably altered. Flags with large tears or excessive fraying should be retired.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent ballasts are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent ballasts are accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Newer “PCB-free” ballasts are not hazardous waste and can be disposed of in the garbage. Be sure “PCB-free” is written in the ballast documents or on the ballast itself.
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
A fluorescent lamp typically contains about 4 or 5 milligrams of mercury.
Public Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Fluorescent Light bulbs (tubes, lights, CFLs) are accepted for recycling at
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry “to-go” foam containers are accepted for recycling at
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry foam cups are accepted for recycling at
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry foam egg cartons are accepted for recycling at
Reuse Options:
- Break into small pieces and use as packing material
- Use as a seed start by planting seeds in molded cups
- Use as a paint palette for children’s paints
- Store small doll toys or game pieces
- Use as a “boot tree” to boots keep their shape
- Store a dozen golf balls
- Use as a drawer organizer for small items, such as jewelry, buttons or paper clips
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry foam trays are accepted for recycling at
Did you know?
The U.S. EPA estimates that one-third of the food we produce and buy in the United States gets tossed into landfills. That totals up to over 133 billion pounds of food waste a year!
Backyard Compost: Reduce food waste by starting your own backyard composting pile.
Beaten Path Compost has two food waste drop-off locations in Gainesville for the composting of food scraps such as vegetables, fruits, dairy products, cereals, and breads. No meat or bones, please. There is no cost to the public to drop-off food waste at these locations; however, only food waste material is accepted and only use the carts marked “Compost” on the front.
Public/Private Food Waste Drop-off Locations:
- 4th Avenue Food Park, 409 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville FL 32601 (the compost carts are on the east side of the fence behind the dumpsters)
- Afternoon restaurant, 231 NW 10th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 (the compost carts are located behind the restaurant near the dumpsters)
Donate: Accepts perishable and non-perishable foods
- Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, 325 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-336-0839
- ElderCare of Alachua County, 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-265-9040
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Reuse: Return empty tanks to the fuel oil distributor. The name of the distributor should be stamped or printed on the tank.
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (tanks must be cut in half)
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
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Sell: Furniture in good working condition can be sold through online marketplace applications
Sell: Local locations that pay for used furniture
Donate: Furniture in good condition is accepted for reuse at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
- The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902 (donations by appointment)
Repair: Furniture can be repaired or reupholstered for a fee at
- A New Look Upholstery, 2800 NW 74th Pl., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-363-8615
- Big Sun Upholstery & Fabrics, 4647 NW 6th St. #H, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-371-2827
- Mallard’s Upholstery, 1801 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-376-3718
- M & M Upholstery, 2341 NE 17th Ter., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-376-5728
- Orange & Blue Furniture Repair, 2431 NW 41st St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-317-4902
- Sunshine Furniture Services, 3033 NE 19th Dr. # 12, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-377-2867
- Warrington’s Furniture Repair, 818 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-338-0535
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Did you know?
Each day, the average American generates more than four pounds of trash.
Curbside Garbage Collection: Place out for collection in your black trash cart or in official yellow bags for disposal on your normal Trash collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for disposal at
Removal: Local commercial service providers licensed to provide garbage (trash) services in the City of Gainesville for a fee
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full gasoline cans are accepted at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Disposal: Empty, clean gas cans with the caps removed can be placed in with garbage
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Did you know?
The energy saved from recycling one glass bottle can light a compact fluorescent bulb for 20 hours
Accepted for Recycling (rinse out and remove lids)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO broken glass or mirrors
NO tableware or ceramics
NO light bulbs
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Unbroken household glass items in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Habitat For Humanity Resale Center, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
Disposal: Broken glass can be disposed of in your regular garbage container. Be sure to place broken pieces in a bag before placing them in your garbage.
Loose yard waste materials, such as leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs, must be placed in large brown paper lawn & leaf bags or personal reusable yard waste containers. Lawn & leaf bags or personal containers weighing more than 40 pounds cannot be collected.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Leaves can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Guns and ammunition are accepted for disposal at local law enforcement agencies. CALL BEFORE ARRIVING.
Public Drop-off Locations: Ammunition only is accepted at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Sell: Local locations that pay for used guns and some types of ammunition
- Alachua County Feed & Seed Store, 2316 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-377-9956
- M&C Army Surplus Store, 626 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-6960
- Tucker Firearms, 2521 NW 41st St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-222-6433
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Donate: Long locks of hair can be donated to charities to create wigs
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Household Hazardous Waste is accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop off Locations: Used or damaged sets of holiday lights are accepted for recycling November 16, 2020 through January 29, 2021 at
✅ ACCEPTED: Light strings with incandescent, LED, and “icicle” lights, along with wires and attached bulbs.
❌ NOT ACCEPTED: Fluorescent tubes, Compact Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs), Bubble lights, Liquid-filled lights, or Neon lights (These items can be recycled at Alachua County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center).
DROP-OFF DETAILS:
- No set is too tangled to be recycled!
- Look for the Holiday Lights recycling container just outside the main office doors.
- Please only drop-off lights during daylight hours.
- Remove light strings from packing material and bags before dropping them off for recycling.
For more information on the City of Gainesville’s Recycle Your Holiday Lights program visit Zero Waste News or call 353-334-2330.
Public Drop off Locations: Used or damaged holiday lights are accepted for recycling as electronics at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Function hoses in good working condition are sometimes accepted for donation at local community gardens.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Household Hazardous Waste is accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning
Use caution when handling or transporting animals. Be sure to wear protective clothing and gloves.
Report: Injured domestic or wild animals call
Report: Injured endangered animals (such as bears, panthers, and eagles) call
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Empty or nearly empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at
- Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-379-8500
- Office Depot, 1015 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-4003
- Office Depot, 6861 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6885
- Office Max, 3642 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-2353
- Mister Paper Business Products, 1040 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-2737
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Did you know?
Each year the steel industry recycles enough metal from old cars to produce 13.5 million new cars.
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Sell: Used equipment in good working condition can be sold through online sites
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
Did you know?
Over 77 billion pieces of unwanted mail is sent out to consumers in the U.S. each year
Accepted for Recycling (remove magnets and plastic cards)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts clean, dry paper for recycling at
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Residents with City of Gainesville Curbside Service may setout interior remodeling waste generated from "Do-It-Yourself" projects for weekly bulk item collection. No more than 2 cubic yards per week, no pieces longer than 5 feet in length or no piece weighing more than 40 pounds. Smaller interior remodeling debris pieces such as broken tiles and wood scraps must be set out in personal reusable containers weighing no more than 40 pounds per container.
Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed.
Donate: Interior building materials in good condition such as flooring, doors, fixtures, cabinets, and furniture) are accepted for reuse at
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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warning - special handling required
Drain fluids from mowers first
Public Drop-off Locations: Push or riding mowers are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
Repair: Mowers can be repaired at
- A-1 Small Engine Repair, 4421 SW 51st St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-214-3291
- Sapp’s Saw & Mower Center, 4404 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-378-0993
- Ten Little Engines, 1501 NW 55th Pl., Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-378-8882
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Loose yard waste materials, such as leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs, must be placed in large brown paper lawn & leaf bags or personal reusable yard waste containers. Lawn & leaf bags or personal containers weighing more than 40 pounds cannot be collected.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Leaves can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
ZERO WASTE SWAP - Replace with CFL or LED light bulbs
Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage
Every year more than 2.5 million tons of magazines get thrown away in the United States
Accepted for Recycling (remove and discard plastic bags)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
Donate: Once your done reading magazines, consider donating them to a local library, community center, doctor’s office, retirement home, school or salon.
Be sure to remove the mailing label or blackout your address.
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Sell: Classic tapes, CDs, DVDs, and records in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Sell/Trade: Local locations that buy and trade for classic tapes, CDs and records
Donate: Hospitals and Retirement homes often accept videotapes and DVDs.
Donate: Videotapes, DVDs, CDs, and records in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Recycle: Videotapes, CDs, and DVDs are accepted for recycling at
- Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville FL 32608, 352-379-8500
- GreenDisk, 1-800-305-3475
Donate: Medical equipment in good condition is accepted for reuse at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Disposal: Medical and biological waste such as sharps, syringes, needles, and lancets are accepted for disposal at
- Florida Department of Health, 224 SE 24th St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-334-7900
- Alachua County Health Department, 15530 US-441 #10010, Alachua, FL 32615, 386-462-2542
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 60), 1200 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-384-3101
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 23), 1600 Fort Clark Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-333-2885
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 80), 2000 SW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32607
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Warehouse), 5901 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32653
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Do NOT flush medications down the toilet as wastewater treatment facilities are not designed to filter out pharmaceutical waste. Medications waste that passes through treatment facilities can be harmful downstream to plants, wildlife and humans.
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Find out the closest pharmaceutical drop-off box to you
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Accepted for Recycling (rinse out cans before recycling)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO scrap metal
NO stainless steel water bottles or thermoses
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
Sell: Local locations that pay for recycled aluminum cans
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
While often made from recycled plastics, these containers are heavily dyed and are difficult to process into new plastics.
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Before transporting material, use a funnel to carefully pour used motor oil into a clean plastic container with a screw-on cap. Only use containers with thick walls, such as motor oil containers. Do NOT mix motor oil with other fluids or water.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Before transporting material, seal oil filters in a thick plastic bag.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Trade/Sell: Used musical instruments in good condition can be sold through online marketplace applications
Trade/Sell: Local locations that pay for used musical instruments in good condition
Repair: Instruments can be repaired at
- Hoggtowne Music, 2441 NW 43rd St., Unit 26B, Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-271-4772
Donate: Used musical instruments in good condition at
- School Board of Alachua County Warehouse, 352-955-7413
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Did you know?
Recycled newspaper saves 34 to 60% of the total energy needed for virgin newsprint
Accepted for Recycling (remove and discard plastic bags)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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Did you know?
Americans use 85,000,000 tons of paper a year, which amounts to about 680 pounds of paper per person per year
Accepted for Recycling (remove binders)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO plastic or bubble envelopes
Public/Private Drop-off: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Recycling Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), 5120 NE 63rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-548-1341
- ARC of Alachua County, 3303 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-334-4060 x133
- Recycling Services of America, 2874 NE 1st Ter., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-379-5797
- Tacachale Recycling, 1621 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-955-5506
Shredded Services: For confidential papers, contact a local document destruction company that can shred your materials.
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Donate: Accepted for reuse at
- Tools for Schools, 1147 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-374-5213
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
- The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean and dry plastic overwrap is accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse: Save this material until you next need to ship a package
Donate: Some mail packing stores will accept clean packing materials for reuse (call before arriving)
Not accepted for recycling curbside
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Full or partially full aerosol cans of paint are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Sell: Recycled pallets are accepted at
- Gainesville Pallets, 3530 SE Hawthorne Rd. #8858, Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-339-6837
- Southern Fuelwood Inc., 28826 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL 32669, 352-472-4324
Public Drop-off Locations: Wood pallets are accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station (FEES MAY APPLY)
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Accepted for Recycling (remove and discard food and food wrappings)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO glossy type gift bags
NO popcorn bags
NO pet food bags
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Publix grocery stores, multiple locations
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Accepted for Recycling (remove plastic film from pasta and tissue boxes)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO bakery or donut boxes
NO paper plates or paper cups
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Clean, dry paper is accepted for recycling at
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Donate: New and gently used pet supplies are accepted at
- Alachua County Animal Services Department, 3400 NE 53rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-264-6870
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
Did you know?
The first phone book was produced in New Haven, Connecticut 1878
Accepted for Recycling (remove magnets and plastic wrapping)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902 (donations by appointment)
- Tools for Schools, 1147 SE 7th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-374-5213
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Private Drop-off Locations: Accepts construction and demolition materials for disposal at
The vast majority of used pizza boxes are too contaminated with food residue or grease stains for recycling and should be disposed of with your garbage. Exceptionally clean pizza boxes can be treated just like cardboard and placed in paper recycle bins. If only the bottom of the pizza box is stained, the top of the box can be removed and recycled.
Disposal: Food contaminated (greasy) boxes should go in your garbage
Accepted For Recycling: Exceptionally clean and flattened boxes
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO boxes with food residue or grease stains
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Plastics vary significantly by their resin types (chemicals & dyes) and physical properties (rigidity & melting temperatures). Often there are no processes available or market demand for lower grade (non-rigid) plastic items such as plant and flower pots.
Donate: Many local garden centers and plant nurseries accept plant and flower pots and trays for reuse
- Florida Greenkeepers, 1401 NW 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-4932
- Garden Gate Nursery, 2406 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-376-4922
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Zero Waste Swap - Invest in a few reusable shopping bags.
Recycling: Many local grocery stores and retail stores accept back their own plastic bags for recycling. Look for specially marked recycling bins located near the store entrance or near the customer service area.
- Publix
- Winn-Dixie
- Wal-Mart
- Target
- Kohl’s
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Clean plastic bottle caps and lids accepted for reuse at
Disposal: Discard this item in with garbage
Accepted for Recycling (empty all liquid from containers, and discard lids)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO plastic bags, wrap, cups, tubes or microwavable trays
NO Styrofoam materials
NO plastic clamshells, egg cartons, or deli containers
NO plastic utensils
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Disposal: Discard this item in with garbage.
Accepted for Recycling (rinse out containers, and discard lids)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Unfortunately, empty plastic prescription vials are not well suited for recycling and have a limited recyclable market. The adhesive (glue) from paper labels on the vials can be a contaminate when reprocessing this plastic into new plastic materials. Additionally, these vials are often too smalls to make it successfully through recycling sorting equipment. Small items fall out and get sorted in with trash like bottle caps and broken pieces a glass.
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Reuse Options:
- Store household items such as batteries, screws, and tacks
- Organize makeup supplies for easy access
- Use to store garden seeds
- Keep small sewing kit items such as pins, buttons, and needles
- Use to hold cotton swabs for your travel kit
- Store earphone buds away in pill bottles
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Empty or nearly empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Empty printer cartridges are accepted for recycling at
- Best Buy, 3750 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-379-8500
- Cartridge World, 3501 SW 2nd Ave Suite N, Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-505-6626
- Office Depot, 1015 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-4003
- Office Depot, 6861 W. Newberry Rd., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-331-6885
- Office Max, 3642 SW Archer Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-2353
- Mister Paper Business Products, 1040 S Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-377-2737
Return by Mail: Most toner and laser cartridge manufactures have free take-back programs and offer free postage-paid labels for shipping back cart cartridges. Search online for the manufacturer of your cartridge to see how to return used cartridges. Here are a few companies and the links to their recycling information:
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Disposal: For the proper handling and disposal of medical radioactive waste, please contact your health care provider.
Disposal: For the proper handling and disposal of radioactive waste call
Public Drop-off Locations: Smoke detectors are accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Reuse: Reuse ties and timber for landscaping, fences, borders, retaining walls, or walkways.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station (FEES MAY APPLY)
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Nearly all cash register receipts are produced on thermal paper and contain the chemical Bisphenol A (BPA). BPA has serious health concerns and can’t be removed during the paper recycling process.
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Donate: Tools For Schools is a reusable resource center providing new and gently used educational supplies to Alachua County Public School teachers at no cost. This program accepts a broad array of school supplies for reuse. For a complete list of suggested donations, visit Tools for Schools or call 352-374-5213.
Donate: New and gently used school supplies are accepted at
Not accepted for recycling curbside
The U.S. recycles over 150 million tons of scrap metal each year. Scrap metal can be reused and transformed into new materials, saving energy as well as the money needed to refine new metals.
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (call first)
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Stations
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
A permit is required to either remove or abandon (keep in the ground) a septic tank. Old septic tanks can be safely kept in the ground if they are drained, punctured and filled with sand.
Removal: For information on related to septic systems regulations contact
Removal: Local companies that provide septic system removal services for a fee
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Disposal: Local companies that provide sewage removal services from septic tanks or portables toilets.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Sharps containers may be purchased at CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens Drug Stores, or Walmart Pharmacies.
Disposal: Medical and biological waste such as sharps, syringes, needles, and lancets are accepted for disposal at
- Florida Department of Health, 224 SE 24th St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-334-7900
- Alachua County Health Department, 15530 US-441 #10010, Alachua, FL 32615, 386-462-2542
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 60), 1200 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-384-3101
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 23), 1600 Fort Clark Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-333-2885
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Station 80), 2000 SW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32607
- Alachua County Fire Rescue (Warehouse), 5901 NW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32653
If an individual cannot afford to purchase a sharps container, call Alachua County Social Services at (352) 955-2471.
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Shoes in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Dress shoes in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Sell: Local locations that pay for used dress shoes
Repair: Shoes can be repaired at
Please note
Shredded paper is accepted for recycling in the Gainesville recycling program; however, all shredded paper must be placed inside a closed paper bag and labeled "Shredded Paper" on the outside of the bag.
Accepted for Recycling
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
NO plastic or bubble envelopes
Private Drop-off Locations: Clean, dry papers are accepted for recycling at
- ARC of Alachua County, 3303 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-334-4060 x133
- Recycling Services of America, 2874 NE 1st Ter., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-379-5797
- Tacachale Recycling, 1621 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-955-5506
Shredded Services: For confidential papers, contact a local document destruction company that can shred your materials for a fee
Donate: Accepts material for reuse at
- Alachua Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, 2317 SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-373-5728
- Total Home (formerly ReUser Building Products), 904 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-379-4600
- The Repurpose Project, 1920 NE 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-363-8902 (donations by appointment)
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 location
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Cut rings into smaller bits of plastic before disposing of this material to help protect wildlife.
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Ship/Mail: Accepts plastic beverage pack rings for recycling. No mailing costs.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Most smoke detectors contain a small amount of radioactive material (Americum 241) that classifies them as hazardous waste. Do NOT take apart smoke dectors. The radioactive material is not harmful if the device is left unopened.
Return: Mail old or defective smoke detectors back to the original manufacturing company. By federal law, manufactures are required to accepted back smoke detectors for disposal. Look for the manufacturer’s information on the bottom or inside of the smoke detector, or in the instruction material.
- Dicon Global Inc., 1-800-387-4219 (accepts smoke detector brands American Sensors, Garrison, North American Detectors, and TEN-TEK)
- BRK Brands, Inc., 1-800-265-5671 (accepts smoke detector brands BRK, and First Alert)
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Sell: Used sports and exercise equipment in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Sell: Local locations that pay and trade sporting equipment
Donate: New and gently used sporting equipment is accepted at
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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Did you know?
For every ton of steel recycled, 2,500 pounds of iron ore, 1,400 pounds of coal, and 120 pounds of limestone are conserved
Accepted for Recycling (rinse out cans before recycling)
- Curbside: Place in your BLUE bin
- Multi-family Properties: Place in recycling containers
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO scrap metal
NO stainless steel water bottles or thermoses
Public/Private Drop-off: The following local location accepts paper for recycling:
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Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Reuse: Rinse out bags and reuse
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling “without the zipper” at
Disposal: Place this material in with your garbage
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Ship/Mail: Accepts old t-shirts for recycling into new t-shirts. No shipping cost and offers a rebate on new purchases.
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Used electronic items in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.
To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Ship/Mail: Accepts tennis balls for recycling
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Clothing in good condition are accepted for reuse at
- Dignity Project Second Generation, 1125 SE 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-371-6792
- Gainesville Community Ministry Thrift Shop, 238 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-3654
- Goodwill Thrift Store (north), 1223 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-340-2361
- Goodwill Thrift Store (south), 3520 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-340-2738
- Goodwill Donation Center (Hunters’ Walk), 5141 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606, 352-792-6377
- Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store, 300 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608, 352-378-7484
- Humane Society of North Central Florida Thrift Store, 4205 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-9522
- Outreach Thrift Store, 2430 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-375-3200
- Salvation Army Family Store, 55 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609, 352-373-7597
- St. Francis House, 413 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-378-9079
Sell: Local locations that pay for used clothing
- Flashback Recycled Fashions, 220 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601, 352-375-3752
- Plato’s Closet, 3441 W. University Ave. #B, Gainesville, FL 32607, 352-374-4402
- Weecycle of Gainesville (baby clothes only), 1405 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32605, 352-376-2212
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Don’t leave old tires lying around, as they easily fill with rainwater and become potential breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Leveda Brown Environmental Park & Transfer Station (FEES MAY APPLY)
Disposal: This material is safe to dispose of in the garbage
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Not accepted for recycling curbside
Donate: Gently used and new toys are accepted at
Sell: Used toys in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Disposal: Large playsets are accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 location
must have the vehicle title
Sell: Trailers in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal (call first)
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Before transporting material, use a funnel to carefully pour fluid into a clean plastic container with a screw-on cap. Only use containers with thick walls, such as motor oil containers. Do NOT mix with other fluids or water.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Public/Private Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
Business Drop-off Locations: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
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Contractors are responsible for disposing of waste materials generated from work performed
Branches may be set out curbside for collection in small piles near the curb. Branches can be no longer than 5 feet in length, no larger than 8 inches in diameter, or weigh no more than 40 pounds per piece.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Branches can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
Commercial Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
Removal: Local companies that provide collection and recycling of oversized limbs, branches, and stumps for a fee
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Report: Fallen trees located on the roadside or public right-of-way call
- County Roads – Alachua County Road & Bridges at 352-374-5245 x215
- City Streets – City of Gainesville Parks Division, 352-393-8187
Report: Fallen trees on power lines call with the Gainesville area
- Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU), 352-334-2871
Not accepted for recycling curbside
Repair: Vacuums can be repaired at
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal Drop-off Locations: Accepted for disposal at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
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must have the vehicle title
Donate: Vehicles in good condition are accepted for reuse at
Sell: Local locations that pay for scrap metal
- CMC Recycling, 1508 NW 55th Place #2111, Gainesville, FL 32653, 352-375-0224
- Harts Auto Salvage, 17832 SE 175th Ter., Hawthorne, FL 32650, 352-377-2234
- Trademark Metals Recycling, 817 NE Waldo Rd., Gainesville, FL 32641, 352-373-6354
warning - special handling required
This material is NOT accepted for disposal in residential or commercial waste collection containers as it poses a serious health & safety hazard.
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
- Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
Business Drop-off: Small Quantity Generators may take this material for proper disposal to the Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center for a fee. Large Quantity Generators are responsible for arranging the collection and proper disposal services with private chemical waste companies.
Sell: Used video game consoles and game cartridges in good working condition can be sold through online sites.
Residential Collection By Appointment: Residents of the City of Gainesville with City Solid Waste Division collection services are eligible for the FREE collection and recycling of electronic items.
To make an Electronics Recycling collection appointment in the City of Gainesville:
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Not accepted for recycling
Be sure to place masking tape in a grid pattern across large glass items. This will help prevent the glass from shattering during collection.
Branches may be set out curbside for collection in small piles near the curb. Branches can be no longer than 5 feet in length, no larger than 8 inches in diameter, or weigh no more than 40 pounds per piece.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Branches can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
Removal: Local companies that provide collection and recycling of oversized limbs, branches, and stumps for a fee
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Accepted for Recycling (remove bows and ribbons)
- Curbside: Place in your ORANGE bin
- Public Drop-off Locations: Alachua County Rural Collection Centers, 5 locations
NO glossy or foil type paper
NO paper with glitter
Donate: Rolls of unused wrapping paper are accepted for reuse at
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Branches may be set out curbside for collection in small piles near the curb. Branches can be no longer than 5 feet in length, no larger than 8 inches in diameter, or weigh no more than 40 pounds per piece.
Curbside Yard Waste Collection: Branches can be placed out for collection on your normal Yard Waste collection day.
Public Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
- Alachua County Rural Collection Center, 5 locations
Commercial & Private Drop-off Location: Accepted for recycling at
Removal: Local companies that provide collection and recycling of oversized limbs, branches, and stumps for a fee
FIND A COLLECTION CENTER NEARBY
Not accepted for recycling curbside or at drop-off centers
Donate: Accepted for reuse at
Contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection at 904-256-1700 for information on proper asbestos removal and disposal.
Disposal: Residential household generated waste for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Collection Program
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Public Drop-off Locations: Accepted for recycling at
Disposal: Residential household generated waste is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Bulk Item Pick Up Program
Disposal: This item is accepted for disposal in the City of Gainesville’s Residential Bulk Item Collection Program