Environmental Resources

Recycling

All Snohomish County Recycling & Transfer Stations and Neighborhood Recycling & Disposal Centers (NRDC’s) have designated recycle areas that are free of charge for residential customers. For more info and a list of accepted items (and prohibited items), visit this web page: www.snohomishcountywa.gov/530/Recycling

2 Good 2 Toss is an online materials exchange. This is a convenient way to exchange used or surplus building materials and other items. More info: www.2good2toss.com/snohomish/

Household Hazardous Waste

Household hazardous wastes (HHW) are household products that contain potentially hazardous ingredients that require special care when disposing of them. HHW’s are products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients, such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries, and pesticides.

The Snohomish County HHW facility is free to residential customers. The drop-off location is located in North Everett at 3434 McDougall Ave. For more info and a list of accepted items (and prohibited items), visit this web page: www.snohomishcountywa.gov/477/Hazardous-Waste

E-Cycle Washington

Computers, laptops, monitors and all TVs can be recycled for free through Washington’s E-Cycle Program. Fees may be charged for other electronic items. Find a recycling location: www.ecyclewashington.org

Burn Ban Status

If you choose to heat with wood, burn responsibly to help maximize energy output and minimize pollution. Check the burn ban status: www.pscleanair.org/priorities/woodheating/Pages/burnbans.aspx

Pollution & Foul Odors

If you notice a foul smell in the neighborhood, please submit a complaint to Puget Sound Clean Air: www.pscleanair.org/contact/Pages/complaint.aspx

Toxic Spills

Report environmental incidents to the WA State Dept. of Ecology: www.ecy.wa.gov/reportenviroproblem.html

Older Home Repair, Remodeling, and Painting – Lead Poisoning Prevention

If the home you live in was built before 1978, there may be lead paint present. Keeping the paint in good condition with no signs of chipping, peeling, flaking, or wear will help protect you and your family from lead poisoning. If there is any deterioration, or if you are planning any repairs or remodeling that may disturb paint (including electrical work, window replacement etc.) it is recommended that your home be inspected for the presence of lead paint by a certified lead inspector or risk assessor.

You can find an inspector on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website or by EPA’s lead hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323). if lead paint is present, it is recommended that the work be completed by a Lead-safe Certified Renovation, Repair, and Painting professional. You can find a list of certified companies here: https://www.commerce.wa.gov/lead-based-paint/rrp/

If you choose to do the work yourself, the EPA has guidance to help keep you and your family safe:

For more information about lead poisoning prevention and simple things you can do to keep your family safe, visit the Snohomish County Health Department’s website at www.snohd.org/lead and the EPA’s informational booklet at https://www.epa.gov/lead/protect-your-family-lead-your-home-english. Children under the age of 6 are most at risk for lead poisoning. If young children live in a pre- 1978 home, it is recommended to discuss blood lead testing with the child’s health care provider.