Hazardous Waste Disposal in Albany

Hazardous waste disposal in Albany and the surrounding areas such as Rotterdam, Schenectady, and Troy, is one of our many services ADCO offers waste generators of special types of waste. ADCO provides generators of special waste types such as hazardous and radioactive waste generated in and near Albany with cradle to grave waste management services such as: waste profiling, manifesting, transportation, and signed in proof of delivery into a licensed waste processing facility. We offer affordable disposal options to properly dispose of your hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, and even radioactive waste!

Hazardous & Radioactive Waste Disposal Options in Albany

ADCO specializes in offering waste generators in the Albany area with waste management services such as: final disposition of hazardous and non-hazardous waste as well as radioactive waste, profiling of waste into processing facilities, laboratory waste packing (Labpacks), Oil and Coolant disposal, and even radioactive/nuclear waste disposal.

ADCO specializes in offering all types and sizes of USDOT approved shipping containers to our customers and we are even willing to guide you to a supplier you may utilize on your own and buy your supplies direct from to save yourself more money! If you have a leaking drum, we are able to assist you with that as well. Our staff is well trained on overpacking and repackaging techniques set forth by the USDOT and USEPA if the shipping container the waste is contained in is not in shippable condition and in need of being replaced to be considered roadworthy.

ADCO Is Here For Albany

Many times the staff at ADCO is contacted by waste generators that find themselves in complicated scenarios regarding how to properly dispose of their waste. Some common issues we hear are: that their waste is stored in drums that are considered to be of an odd ball size in nature, their drums contain unknown constituents which will require sampling and analysis and we can recommend many good third party labs to test your waste, and of course projects where state and/or federal agencies have become involved. Even if you are a very small quantity generator (VSQG) or a large quantity generator (LQG), ADCO is here to assist you with your waste disposal efforts. We can even help you obtain an “Episodic Event Waiver” if needed. ADCO’s promise to you is that we will properly manage your waste from beginning to end.

ADCO Offers Albany Turnkey Waste Management Services

Over our years in business, we have prepared countless waste profiles for our clients and are familiar with the waste profiling process at waste processors which is ever changing. We are well aware that the preparation of the paperwork needed to ship out hazardous waste is very time consuming to prepare and often very confusing which is why we say, “Let us prepare your waste profiles and shipping manifests for you.”

Hazardous waste profiles are prepared in-house by our staff which has many years of experience when it comes to working with waste processors and knowing what is required to get your waste profiles approved. Once your waste profiles are approved, we will contact you to schedule a mutually agreeable time to have the waste removed from your facility for final disposal.

We Specialize in the Following Services for Albany:

Hazardous Waste Disposal in Albany For Residents:

In Albany, New York, residents have several options for disposing of hazardous waste:

1. Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Events: The City of Albany hosts household hazardous waste collection events for residents several times a year. Common items accepted include paints, solvents, pesticides, motor oil, and fluorescent bulbs. Check the city’s Department of General Services website or contact them directly at (518) 434-2489 for upcoming event dates, times, and locations.
2. Recycling and Transfer Station (Rapp Road): Albany’s Department of General Services operates a Recycling and Transfer Station on Rapp Road, where some hazardous items may be accepted for disposal. However, this is often limited to residents with proof of Albany residency, and you may need a permit to access the facility.
3. E-Waste and Pharmaceutical Disposal:

   • Electronics: For electronic waste like TVs, computers, and batteries, Albany’s Rapp Road station may have specific drop-off days.

   • Pharmaceuticals: Many local pharmacies and the Albany Police Department have medication drop boxes for safe disposal of unused or expired medications.

4. Paint Recycling: Through the PaintCare program, you can bring leftover latex and oil-based paints to participating retail locations throughout Albany for free disposal. Visit PaintCare’s website to find drop-off locations nearby.
5. Contact the Albany Department of General Services: They can provide the latest information on disposal programs and answer questions specific to your waste type.

Avoid putting hazardous waste in regular trash or recycling to protect the environment and prevent accidents.