We currently do not accept items that require special handling, including paints and solvents, gasoline, batteries, pesticides and herbicides, Biohazards, cleaning agents, fluorescent light bulbs, motor oil or automotive fluids, propane tanks, asbestos, and lead-based materials.

What you can do instead:

If you’ve got hazardous materials piling up—like old paint, batteries, chemicals, or cleaning agents—there are several safe and legal ways to dispose of them in Nampa, ID. Junk removal companies often won’t touch these due to strict regulations, but here’s what you can do:

🧪 Hazardous Waste Disposal Options in Nampa

• 🧹 Clean Management Environmental Services
  Offers full-service hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal, including chemical waste, lab packs, and oddball materials. They’ll even help identify unknown substances.

• 🚛 Republic Services of Idaho
  Provides residential and commercial waste solutions. Call ahead to ask about hazardous waste drop-off or scheduled pickups.
  📍 3015 E Comstock Ave, Nampa
  📞 (208) 345-1265

• 🧬 LARSON Miller Inc
  Specializes in regulated medical waste but may handle other hazardous materials for businesses.
  📍 3414 E Greenhurst Rd, Nampa
  📞 (208) 323-7272

• 🧯 Hazmat, Inc.
  Handles everything from battery recycling to bulk sanitizer disposal and certified product destruction. They offer emergency response and regulatory guidance.

• 🌎 City of Nampa Environmental Resources
  Offers pollution prevention tips and guides for businesses, schools, and citizens. Great resource for understanding what’s considered hazardous and how to manage it.

We cannot accept tires because they are classified as hazardous waste in many regions. Their potential to leach harmful chemicals and trap methane gas poses significant environmental risks. Additionally, landfills often restrict or ban tire disposal altogether due to these dangers. The specialized recycling processes required for tires add to the disposal costs, making it impractical for us to accept them. 

What you can do instead: 

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• 🏪 Drop Off at Tire Reclaim in Caldwell
  Just a short drive from Nampa, Tire Reclaim accepts passenger, truck, and industrial tires. They specialize in recycling and even offer mobile shredding.

• 🔧 Ask Local Tire Shops
  Places like Discount Tire and Loya Tires & Wheels may accept old tires when you buy new ones or for a small fee. Always call ahead to confirm.

• 📜 Follow Idaho DEQ Guidelines
  The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality regulates tire disposal. Businesses must use approved transporters, and residents should avoid illegal dumping (penalties can be up to $500 per tire!).

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Roofing tiles—especially clay or concrete—are extremely heavy and dense. They can quickly exceed truck weight limits or require special equipment to haul safely. Older roofing tiles may contain asbestos, which is a hazardous material requiring certified removal and disposal.

• • In many areas, disposing of animal remains is regulated by local health departments or animal control, not general waste services. Improper disposal can lead to fines or violations.

  • Specialized Disposal Requirements
    Animal carcasses often require cremation, burial, or incineration at approved facilities—not landfills or transfer stations used by junk haulers.

  • Odor and Contamination Risks
    The smell of decomposition is intense and persistent. Fluids from the body can stain and contaminate trucks or equipment, requiring deep cleaning.

  • Emotional Sensitivity
    If the animal was a pet, junk removal companies may feel it's inappropriate to treat the situation like standard trash pickup. They may refer you to veterinary services or pet cremation providers instead.

  🐾 What You Can Do Instead

  • Call Animal Control or a Wildlife Removal Service
    Services like Critter Control or TJ’s Dead Animal Removal in Nampa specialize in safe, legal carcass removal and sanitation.

  • Contact Your Veterinarian
    They can guide you through cremation or burial options, especially for pets.

  • Use a Pet Cremation Service
    Many cities have dedicated providers who offer respectful handling and memorial options.

  • Check Local Ordinances
    Some areas allow backyard burial for small animals, but there are rules about depth, location, and containment.

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