Hamilton County Disposal & Recycling
Last Updated: August 2026
Finding the right place to get rid of household items isn’t always simple. Some materials can go with regular trash or curbside recycling, while electronics, chemicals, paint, batteries and other items may require special disposal.
Use this Hamilton County guide to find information about trash pickup, recycling, hazardous waste, electronics, appliances, bulk items, yard waste and other common disposal needs.
Quick Answer
Hamilton County operates a Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center and General Recycling Area at 1717 Pleasant Street in Noblesville.
The facility provides disposal or recycling options for many household materials that shouldn’t go into regular trash. Regular trash pickup, curbside recycling, bulk collection and some yard-waste services depend on where you live and your waste provider.
→ Visit the Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste & Recycling website
⭐ Most Popular
♻️ Recycling Schedules
Need to know when recycling is collected? Services and schedules can vary depending on where you live and which provider serves your address.
🗑️ Trash Pickup Schedules
Find information about regular residential trash collection and how to locate the schedule for your home.
🚛 Bulk Pickup
Furniture, oversized household items and other large objects may require a special pickup or drop-off.
☣️ Hazardous Waste
Household chemicals and other hazardous products shouldn’t be placed in ordinary trash or poured down drains.
💻 Electronics
Find options for safely disposing of televisions, computers and other unwanted electronics.
🎨 Paint Disposal
Find out what to do with leftover latex paint, oil-based paint, stains and empty paint cans.
Recycling & Everyday Materials
♻️ Recycling Schedules
Curbside recycling isn’t handled the same way throughout Hamilton County. Find information for determining your local service and collection schedule.
📦 Cardboard
Have boxes piling up? Learn how to prepare cardboard for recycling and where drop-off recycling may be available.
🍾 Glass Recycling
Learn about recycling glass bottles and jars and which types of glass should be kept out of recycling.
🔋 Batteries
Rechargeable and lithium-ion batteries require special handling and should never be placed in curbside recycling.
Large Items & Appliances
🚛 Bulk Pickup
Large furniture and other oversized household items may not be accepted with ordinary weekly trash. Find pickup and disposal options.
🧊 Appliances
Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other appliances may require special disposal, particularly when they contain refrigerant.
🛏️ Mattress Disposal
Mattresses and box springs aren’t accepted at Hamilton County’s Household Hazardous Waste Center. Find other disposal and pickup options.
Electronics & Household Hazardous Waste
💻 Electronics
Hamilton County residents can recycle many types of household electronics through the county’s Household Hazardous Waste program. Some items may have fees.
☣️ Hazardous Waste
Find information about safely disposing of cleaners, pesticides, chemicals and other household hazardous materials.
→ View Hazardous Waste Disposal
🎨 Paint Disposal
Liquid latex paint and oil- or solvent-based paints and stains can require special handling. Learn what can go to the county facility and what can safely go in household trash.
🛢️ Motor Oil
Used motor oil and other automotive fluids should be properly recycled or disposed of rather than poured on the ground, into drains or placed in ordinary trash.
🚗 Tire Disposal
Hamilton County’s HHW program accepts certain tires from county residents. Learn about limits, requirements and other disposal options.
Yard & Organic Waste
🍂 Yard Waste
Grass clippings, leaves, branches and other yard debris aren’t accepted at the county Household Hazardous Waste Center. Find local disposal options instead.
🌱 Compost
Composting can keep leaves, grass and appropriate organic material out of the waste stream. Find local options and information.
Before You Go
The Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center and General Recycling Area are located at:
1717 Pleasant Street
Noblesville, IN 46060
Regular Hours:
Tuesday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
County-government holiday closures may also apply.
The facilities are for Hamilton County residents disposing of their own residential household materials. Businesses, contractors and residents from outside Hamilton County aren’t eligible to use the county program.
Advance registration is encouraged for Household Hazardous Waste drop-offs but isn’t required. Registration isn’t needed to use the self-service General Recycling Area.
→ Register for an HHW Drop-Off Visit
→ Check Materials Accepted Before You Go
Local Tips
- Bring proof that you’re a Hamilton County resident when using the county facility.
- Don’t put rechargeable or lithium-ion batteries in curbside trash or recycling.
- Hamilton County’s General Recycling Area is intended primarily for residents who don’t have curbside recycling.
- Mattresses, box springs and furniture aren’t accepted at the Household Hazardous Waste Center.
- Yard waste isn’t accepted at the HHW Center.
- Appliances containing refrigerant, such as refrigerators and freezers, require special handling.
- Check the accepted-material list before making the trip. Rules can vary by item.
- Trash, recycling and bulk-pickup services can differ between Noblesville, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield and other areas of Hamilton County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I take household hazardous waste in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County residents can use the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center at 1717 Pleasant Street in Noblesville. The program accepts many household chemicals, paints, electronics and other special materials.
→ Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center
Does Hamilton County have a recycling drop-off location?
Yes. The county operates a self-service General Recycling Area next to the Household Hazardous Waste Center. It’s intended primarily for Hamilton County residents who don’t have curbside recycling.
→ Hamilton County General Recycling Area
Can I take furniture or mattresses to the county HHW Center?
No. Mattresses, box springs and furniture aren’t accepted. The county recommends contacting your curbside trash provider about large-item pickup or using an appropriate transfer station.
Can I recycle electronics there?
Yes. The HHW Center accepts many household electronics from Hamilton County residents. Televisions currently have a disposal fee, so check the county’s current requirements before visiting.
→ Hamilton County E-Waste Recycling
Where can I dispose of batteries?
Hamilton County’s HHW Center accepts rechargeable batteries, including lithium and lithium-ion batteries, as well as certain lead-acid batteries. Ordinary alkaline batteries aren’t accepted by the county facility and may be placed in household trash according to current county guidance.
→ Hamilton County Battery Safety & Recycling
Where can I dispose of paint?
Hamilton County residents can bring liquid latex paint and oil- or solvent-based paints and stains to the HHW Center. Empty or properly dried latex paint cans can generally be placed in household trash with the lid removed.
→ Hamilton County Paint Disposal
Can businesses use the county HHW or General Recycling Area?
No. These county services are for Hamilton County residents disposing of waste from their personal households. Businesses and contractors need to use commercial disposal or recycling services.
Related Pages
Official Resources
Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste & General Recycling
Hours, location, residency requirements and an overview of county disposal services.
→ Visit Official Website
Hamilton County HHW Drop-Off Center
Information about household hazardous waste disposal and drop-off procedures.
→ HHW Drop-Off Center
Hamilton County General Recycling Area
Accepted recyclables and information about the county’s self-service recycling area.
→ General Recycling Area
Materials Accepted at the HHW Center
Check individual materials before making a trip.
→ View Materials Accepted
Register for HHW Drop-Off
Registration information for residents planning a household hazardous waste visit.
→ Register Your Visit
Summary
Hamilton County residents have several options for recycling and disposing of household waste. The county’s Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center and General Recycling Area in Noblesville handle many materials that shouldn’t go into ordinary trash, while curbside trash, recycling, bulk-item and yard-waste services vary by community and provider.
Use the guides above to find the right disposal option for your item and check current requirements before heading to a drop-off location.