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Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)
Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site) is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Sonoma County, CA, listed under Petaluma. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. It is listed for household hazardous waste. Sonoma County has 22 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 500 Mecham Road, Building 5, Petaluma, CA 94952 Directions |
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| County | Sonoma County, CA |
| Phone | (707) 795-2025 |
| Website | zerowastesonoma.gov |
| Hours | Thu-Sat: 7:30 am to 2:30 pm Closed December 20, 2026 to January 4, 2027, and on New Year's Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: ID proving you live in Sonoma County |
| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, hazardous waste, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | electronics, explosives, ammunition, radioactive materials, medical waste, controlled substances, pressure-treated wood |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: zerowastesonoma.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Sonoma County
- Self-haul disposal at county sites is limited to waste generated by Sonoma County residents and businesses. Loads on public roads must be covered or secured; uncovered loads are charged $22.00 per vehicle. Source
- Appliances, cardboard, electronics, household hazardous waste, liquids, scrap metal, tires, recyclable wood and yard debris may not go in the garbage at refuse sites. Violations can bring a $500 fine and/or up to 6 months in jail. Source
- Sonoma County residents can drop off household hazardous waste free at the Petaluma facility with ID, no appointment needed. Source
Before you go
- Keep chemicals in their original containers and do not mix them.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 8 am to 3:30 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Fri-Sat: 9 am to 4 pm
- Veolia Es Technical Solutions LLC - Richmond Hazardous waste drop-off
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 2 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Central Transfer Station LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3 pm Refuse (per ton): $179.00 per tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Redwood Landfill Landfill
More in Sonoma County
All 22 drop-off sites in Sonoma County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)?
500 Mecham Road, Building 5, Petaluma, CA 94952. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)?
Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site) is listed for household hazardous waste. Not accepted: electronics, explosives, ammunition, radioactive materials, medical waste and controlled substances.
Can non-residents use Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: ID proving you live in Sonoma County.
How much does it cost to dump at Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)?
Drop-off for Sonoma County residents: Free. Business (VSQG) services require an appointment and fees.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site) open?
Thu-Sat: 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Closed December 20, 2026 to January 4, 2027, and on New Year's Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas..
What other household hazardous waste sites are near Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Central Disposal Site)?
Marin Household Hazardous Waste Facility in San Rafael (22 mi), Napa-Vallejo Household Hazardous Waste Facility in American Canyon (23 mi) and Veolia Es Technical Solutions LLC - Richmond in Richmond (26 mi).
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