The Home Toxics Center aims to make a difference in the Washtenaw County community by safely disposing of or recycling residents’ home toxics for no cost. In 2021, the Home Toxics Center had more than 4,000-weekday drop-offs — an 85% increase in drop-offs from last year. That’s nearly 17 drop-offs per day! In total, 7,086 residents brought in more than 515,000 pounds of material — a 21% increase by weight from 2020. With that much material coming into the center, workers need time to clean up and clear out the facility.

The Home Toxics Center temporarily closed beginning on December 30, 2022, to allow staff time to safely clear out toxic materials and prepare the facility for the 2023 season. The facility plans to reopen in early to mid-January.

Please check back to the Home Toxics Center homepage and click the ‘Book Now’ button to check for appointment availability. If you would like to get rid of some household items before the facility re-opens, check the Trash To Treasure guide! The Trash to Treasure Guide (pdf) provides local repair, reuse, recycling, and disposal resources. This A-Z guide of resources includes where you can repair, donate (reuse), or recycle your materials.