How do we dispose of old uvb bulbs?

[Lindasjackson]

I’m wondering how I’m supposed to dispose of old uvb bulbs? I have several old uvb bulbs that I need to get rid of. Anyone know? Is it safe to put them in the trash?

 

[GrannyK]

We can’t where I live, it’s a special one like batteries here. Only collects 2x a year in our local town. I live in the country, City is a bit different I’m sure.

 

[Lindasjackson]

How do you find out or who do you contact to find out? I live in Maine.

 

[Decadancin]

Check your local landfill. They usually take them free of charge. Most places have programs to reduce them in the regular trash.

 

[BryanP]

I think home depots (at least where I live) collect them.

I've known others to wrap them in a heavy garbage bag then break the bulb with a hammer and then put them in the trash...

Not saying that's what you should do but I've known people who do that.

 

[kinyonga]

This might help…
https://www.maine.gov/dep/waste/productstewardship/recyclemercurylamps.html

 

[SteveH]

My local Lowe's has a recycle bin just inside the doors, I'd call your local home improvement stores.

 

[Lindasjackson]

Thanks everyone! I found a local lumber store that takes them