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1. I have old paint cans, how do I get rid of those?

If the paint is water based, the can is mostly empty and the paint is completely dried out, then Republic Services will pick them up. If it is oil based paint, then you can dispose of it during the Clean Up Day that includes hazardous waste or take it to the North Central Landfill.

2. I am remodeling my home, how do I get rid of construction debris?

You have a few choices:

• Call the Public Works Department at 863-421-3777 to schedule a pickup (there will be a charge).
• Someone from Republic Services will drive by your house and give you a quote of how much it will cost, then the charge will be added to your utility bill. Republic Services will not pick it up unless you agree to the amount.
• Take the debris to the North Central Landfill.
• Contact a company that offers “roll-off” dumpsters (Lowes, Home Depot, Republic Services, etc.).

3. I have hazardous waste that I need to get rid of, how do I do that?

Hazardous waste is picked up once a year, usually in March. However, you can take it to the North Central Landfill anytime during their normal hours of operation.

North Central Landfill

• 7215 East Highway 540 (between Lakeland and Winter Haven)
• Hours of Operation: 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday; and closed Sundays and major holidays.
• Waste that is accepted at the landfill include: 
  • Garbage
  • Construction and demolition debris
  • Yard trash
  • Recyclables
  • Household hazardous wastes
  • Appliances
  • Tires (max 10)
  • Electronics (TVs and computers)

4. How do I get old appliances picked up?

Call the Public Works Department at 863-421-3777 and request them to schedule a pickup. There is no charge for this service.

5. What do I do with my old tires?

Tires without the rim can be placed 5 feet from the curb where you normally place your garbage can. Residents are allowed 4 tires each year for disposal. Tire pickup is the third Saturday of each month citywide.