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Hazardous & Radioactive Waste Disposal in Providence

At ADCO Environmental Services, LLC, we provide professional, compliant, and cost-effective Hazardous Waste Disposal options for Providence, Rhode Island. Our team understands the unique industrial and environmental needs of Providence, and offers tailored waste management solutions for businesses, construction firms, laboratories, and healthcare providers throughout the Providence, RI area.

ADCO Environmental Services, LLC was founded in in 1965 and is one of the nation’s longest established radioactive waste brokers. With over five decades of experience in the dealing with regulated waste streams, ADCO has evolved into a turnkey hazardous and radioactive waste management company serving customers in and near Providence.

Why Waste Generators in Providence Trust ADCO

  • Proven Track Record: Serving more than 10,000 radioactive waste generators since 1965.
  • Regulatory Expertise: Full compliance with US EPA, US NRC, DOT, OSHA, DEMRI, and local licensing.
  • Comprehensive & Flexible: From lab packing to specialty disposal to logistics—tailored services to manage complexity and cost.
  • Customer-Centric Approach: Smallbusiness mindset focused on quality, responsiveness, and regulatory peace of mind.

    • Comprehensive Waste Disposal Services Offered in Providence

    ADCO supports waste generators in Providence with a full spectrum of compliant waste management services:

    Hazardous Waste Disposal:

    Disposal of RCRA and non‑RCRA wastes including acids/bases, solvents, paints, automotive fluids, pesticides, industrial sludges, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and more.

    Low‑Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW) Disposal:

    Handling of dry active waste (DAW), sealed sources, smoke detectors, labeled materials (Tritium exit signs), contaminated PPE, filters, equipment, lab supplies, biological materials—fully compliant with NRC and DOT shipping.

    Specialized Waste Streams:

    Services include fluorescent bulb disposal, PCB transformer removal, uranyl acetate/nitrate, thorium nitrate, mixed and off‑spec chemical waste, universal waste and more.

    Lab Clean-Outs (Labpacks):

    On‑site or off‑site lab consolidation and paper‑pack services to safely package legacy containers or unstable waste.

    Transportation & Logistics:

    DOT‑compliant transport across state lines with required manifests and placarding through ADCO’s licensed hauling network.

    Who We Serve

    ADCO is designed for offering proper waste disposal for commercial, industrial, institutional, government, and research entities—not residential customers!



    Sample Waste Streams Accepted

    CategoryExamples Handled
    Corrosive / FlammableAcids, bases, solvents, paint, fuel, antifreeze
    Chemical / Toxic WasteCyanide, heavy metals, adhesives, pesticides
    Universal / IndustrialFluorescent bulbs, motor oil, used rags, lab solvents
    Radioactive WasteDAW, sealed sources, smoke detectors, contaminated PPE/equipment
    Specialty MaterialsPCB transformers, uranyl/uranium, thorium nitrate

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    Reach out today for free consultation and pricing for your waste disposal needs in Providence, RI.


    For Rhode Island Residents (Household Hazardous Waste)

    ✅ RIRRC EcoDepot Collection Events

    Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation hosts around 19 free EcoDepot HHW events per year, including in Providence and surrounding areas across the state. These events allow residents to safely dispose of hazardous household items like paints, motor oil, pesticides, propane tanks (≤20lb.), batteries (except alkaline), fluorescent bulbs, and cleaning chemicals. Appointments are required—drop-off is contactless and quick.

    Common HHW items accepted:

  • Gasoline, motor oil & oil filters (up to 10 gallons)
  • Oil-based paint, solvent-based stains, varnishes
  • Propane tanks (≤20lb.), fertilizers, pesticides, pool/cleaning chemicals
  • Fluorescent tubes and bulbs containing mercury

    • How to participate:

  • Visit ecodepotri.org or call 4019421430;X-3241 to schedule your appointment.
  • Check the full list of accepted and excluded items online.
  • Bring items in original, labeled containers if possible.
  • Don’t throw HHW in regular trash—it’s prohibited by state law!