600 Governor Dr
Reading, PA 19607
USA
This collection is free to all Berks County residents. Please be prepared to show ID; this collection is for hazardous waste only.
Guidelines:
No Commercial Waste.
No more than 200 lbs.
No 55 gallon drums.
No latex paint – (Latex paint should be dried out and then discarded with the regular trash).
No joint/caulking compound.
No organic peroxides.
No gas cylinders.
No explosives or ammunition.
No radioactive waste.
No infectious or medical waste.
No water based sealants.
No regular alkaline batteries – (see allowed batteries below).
What can you bring?
Oil based paint, varnish and stain.
Paint thinners and solvents.
Wood preservatives.
Turpentine.
Weed killers, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.
Pool chemicals.
Asphalt and driveway sealants.
Antifreeze.
Gasoline.
Transmission Oil.
Motor Oil.
Gasoline.
Automotive paints and finishes.
Household solvents and disinfectants.
Rug, oven and drain cleaners.
Button batteries, lithium and NiCad batteries – (regular alkaline batteries should be discarded with the trash).
Floor and furniture polish.
Fluorescent bulbs.
Photographic chemicals.
For further information please call the Berks County Solid Waste Authority at 610-478-6362 or visit their website www.countyofberks.com/swa