Door-to-Door Collection Program

The City of Carlsbad has contracted with Clean Harbors to collect Household Hazardous Waste material from resident's homes. This service is by appointment only. Please call Clean Harbors at (800) 444-4244 to schedule collection. Your $10 co-payment is good for up to 15 gallons or 125 lbs. of materials. These materials include:

Acceptable Materials Not Accepted
  • Electronic Waste
  • Household Cleaners
  • Paint
  • Batteries
  • Used Motor Oil and Filters
  • Pool Cleaners
  • Fluorescent Bulbs
  • Automobile Fluids (Antifreeze, Brake Fluid, Gasoline, Transmission Fluid)
  • Explosives
  • Radioactive Waste
  • Biomedical Waste
  • Business Waste