Item by item
| Item | Where it goes in the South Bend area |
|---|---|
| Paint, stains, thinner and solvents | St. Joseph County household hazardous waste sites: 828 Kerr St., South Bend (Mon–Fri 8:30–4, Sat 8–12) or 1105 E. Fifth St., Mishawaka (Tue–Sat 8:30–3) |
| Pesticides, weed killers, pool and cleaning chemicals | The same county sites |
| Motor oil, gasoline and other fuels | The same county sites; fuel and oil drums of 55 gallons aren't taken |
| Batteries (lithium, rechargeable, button cell, Ni-Cad) | The same county sites |
| Fluorescent tubes and bulbs, mercury thermostats, smoke detectors | The same county sites |
| Tires | The Kerr Street site takes up to six a year per household |
| TVs, monitors, computers, printers and DVD players | Indiana households may not discard them. If you live in St. Joseph County, bring electronics to either drop-off site during open hours |
| Refrigerators, freezers and other appliances with refrigerant | South Bend homeowners can book the city's appliance pickup; elsewhere, ask your trash hauler. The Mishawaka drop-off doesn't take them |
| Propane tanks and gas cylinders | Not accepted at the Mishawaka site; ask the company you buy propane from |
Before you drive over
Keep products in their original containers with the labels on, and pack them upright in a box so nothing tips in the car. The county's page lists closing days, and the Kerr Street site is the one open all year.
Styrofoam goes to Kerr Street only. Medicines aren't accepted at the Mishawaka site; ask a pharmacist about disposal.
Items companies may limit or charge for
Mattresses, large amounts of concrete or soil, railroad ties and anything wet and heavy are allowed by some companies and not others, or carry an extra charge. Mention them when you call rather than finding out on the invoice.
Book a roll-off for your project
Describe what you're getting rid of. An independent local roll-off company will suggest a container, offer delivery dates and give you its price.
Use this number to rent a roll-off or a portable toilet. South Bend garbage, recycling and bulk pickup questions go to 311.
Call hours: Monday to Saturday 8am–8pm, Sunday 8am–1pm (South Bend time)
Your call may be recorded; see the referral disclosure.