Hazardous Waste Warning
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Always call us first!
There are many specific regulations regarding lead based paint disposal in California, far to many for us to list out here. If you are doing a project that involves removal of lead based paint, call the Resource Recovery & Waste Management Division at (805) 882-3602 and we will help you find the best solution for your project.
Where to go
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All of Santa Barbara County (1)
- Safety Kleen — 5310 Overpass Road
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Santa Barbara Area (1)
- *Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center — University of California, Environmental Health and Safety Building, Building 565, Mesa Road
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Outside Santa Barbara County (5)
- Asbury Environmental Services — 2100 North Alameda Street
- BGI — 527 North Rice Avenue
- Clean Harbors, Inc. — 880 W Verdulera St
- Industrial Waste Utilization — 5601 State Street
- Stericycle, Incorporated —
Related Materials
- Santa Ynez Valley Collection Event
- Lead Paint Removal
- Lead Paint Testing
- Lead Paint Disposal
- Latex-Based Paint
- Oil-Based Paint
- Aerosol Cans (with contents)
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