​Not sure what to do with a material?

Need to find out if it's safe to throw in the trash, in the recycling, or if it needs to be disposed of in some other manner? Please click on the links below for answers regarding the most frequently questioned materials.

If you're still unsure, please call one of our friendly customer service representatives at 239-533-8000.

If you are unable to wait for your regularly scheduled pick up, you can bring non-chemical items to the Resource Recovery Facility's Citizen Drop Off area at 10500 Buckingham Rd. Fort Myers, FL 33905. You will be charged by weight.

Please note: All chemicals must be taken to the Topaz Court Solid Waste Facility at 6441 Topaz Court, Fort Myers, FL 33966.

Do you have lots of oil left from frying a holiday turkey? There is no charge for residents to responsibly dispose of it at the Topaz Court Solid Waste Facility.

Christmas Trees that have had all decorations, lights, tinsel and the stand removed can be set out for collection with your yard waste. Flocked trees need to go out with your trash.