Household Hazardous Waste
In Santee, California
Hazardous material is any liquid or solid substance that poses a threat to human health and safety or to the environment if improperly treated, stored, transported or disposed of.
Household hazardous waste is potentially harmful waste used around the home. Santee residents should dispose of these materials at the Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Collection facility operated by Waste Management in El Cajon. The facility is open second and fourth Saturdays by appointment only. Residents must call Waste Management an appointment and directions. There is currently no charge for disposal. Loads cannot exceed 125 pounds or 15 gallons. No explosives, medical waste or business waste is accepted.
Examples of common household hazardous waste (some items require an appointment):
Antifreeze
Asbestos
Household batteries
Gasoline
Compressed gas containers
Consumer electronic devices
Television/computer monitor
Fluorescent lamps
Fire Extinguisher (Appointment Required)
Home-generated sharps
Mattresses and box springs
Partially used aerosol containers
Oil-based paints
Latex paints
Rodent poison
Weed killer
Curbside Pick-Up - call Waste Management to schedule 619-596-5100
- Motor oil
- Used oil filters
Download a complete list of acceptable items
The following items/materials are accepted without an appointment Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at Waste Management's recycling center located at 925 O'Conner Street:
- Sharps (syringes and lancets properly packaged for disposal)
- Household batteries
- Fluorescent light tubes
- Mattresses and box springs
- Thermostats
- E-waste (TVs, computers, VCRs, stereos, microwaves) (Limit: 1-2 similar items per visit)
Prescription Drug Drop Off: The Santee Sheriff's Station at 8811 Cuyamaca Street has a bin in their lobby which residents can use to dispose of expired or no longer needed prescription medications.