Final Bucks County Household Hazardous Waste Event of Season Set for Aug. 8
MONTREAL (RecyclingMonster): Lower Bucks County residents have one final chance this year to clear out household chemicals and hazardous materials from their garages, sheds and basements.
The Bucks County Household Hazardous Waste Program will host its final Lower Bucks collection event of the season from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Bensalem High School at 4319 Hulmeville Road. The free drive-thru event allows residents to safely discard items prohibited from standard trash collection, supporting broader waste diversion efforts highlighted on the RecyclingMonster recycling information platform.
Free Drive-Thru Collection with No Registration Required
Registration is not required for the event, and households may drop off up to 25 gallons or 220 pounds of hazardous materials during the collection window.
By offering a convenient, no-cost option, the program helps residents safely manage materials that cannot go into regular household trash.
Accepted Materials at the HHW Collection Event
Acceptable items include oil-based paints and paint products; pesticides and weed killers; automotive products, including gasoline, motor oil and antifreeze; lead-acid batteries (car, marine, motorcycle and truck) along with rechargeable, lithium and button-type household batteries; pool chemicals, degreasers and cleaning solvents; mercury thermostats and fluorescent tubes; and fire extinguishers and mini-propane tanks (two pounds or less).
These materials are collected to prevent environmental contamination and reduce safety risks associated with improper disposal in regular trash or recycling streams.
Items Not Accepted at the Collection
County officials said that several items will not be accepted, including TVs, electronics, household appliances, tires, asbestos, medical waste, explosives, ammunition, smoke detectors, radioactive waste and large gas cylinders.
Water-based latex paint and standard alkaline batteries are also excluded and can be safely disposed of in regular household trash.
Residential Use Only, Open to Multiple Southeastern PA Counties
The collection is strictly for residential household waste. No materials from businesses, industries or institutions will be accepted.
The event is open to residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, providing a regional option for safe hazardous waste disposal.
Sponsorship and Program Support
The collection is sponsored by the Bucks County Commissioners and the Bucks County Planning Commission, which coordinate the seasonal household hazardous waste program for the area.
This public sponsorship helps ensure that residents have access to safe, environmentally responsible disposal options for common but potentially hazardous household products.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Bucks County HHW collection event?
The event takes place Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bensalem High School, 4319 Hulmeville Road.
Is registration required for the hazardous waste drop-off?
No, registration is not required for the free drive-thru collection event.
How much hazardous waste can each household drop off?
Households may drop off up to 25 gallons or 220 pounds of hazardous materials.
Are electronics and appliances accepted at the event?
No, TVs, electronics, household appliances and several other items are not accepted at the collection.
Which counties can participate in the event?
The event is open to residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.
Market Relevance
This final Lower Bucks County household hazardous waste collection event underscores how local government programs support safe, environmentally responsible disposal of common but potentially hazardous materials, helping communities reduce contamination risks and improve overall waste management practices.
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