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Clean out responsibly

Spring has sprung! If you’re eager to freshen up your home and yard after the long winter, here’s what to do with items you no longer want:

• Bulky items:  Check with your trash hauler about options for disposing of large items that can't be donated and don't fit in your trash cart. Or you can self-haul them to a disposal or recycling company. For options, refer to our online Recycling & Disposal Guide. You can also call our 24/7 hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279).
• Donations: Bring clothing and household goods in good condition to a local donation center. Call the donation center or check its website to verify which items are accepted.
• Electronics: Do not put electronics in the trash or recycling cart. Residents can recycle electronics for free at Repowered's Saint Paul location. 
• Household hazardous waste and batteries: Products labeled with the words “Caution”, “Warning”, “Danger” or “Poison” do not belong in the trash unless the container is empty. Take a look at the products in your garage, including paint, and household cleaners. Bring household hazardous waste and batteries to one of our free household hazardous waste collection sites. If you have questions, call our 24/7 hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279).
• Unwanted medicine: Safely dispose of unwanted, expired and unused medicines for free at one of five public drop boxes in Ramsey County.
• Yard waste: Bring leaves, grass clippings and garden waste to one of our free yard waste collection sites. Select sites also accept branches and shrubs. Do not put yard waste in your trash – it’s illegal.