Hazardous Waste Disposal in Kansas City

Hazardous waste disposal in Kansas City and the surrounding suburbs is one of our many services we offer here at ADCO Environmental Services. ADCO provides generators of special types of waste such as hazardous and radioactive waste generated in and near Kansas City 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 Kansas City

ADCO specializes in offering Kansas City waste generators 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.

If you are a very small quantity generator (VSQG) or a even 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.

When it comes to USDOT approved shipping containers, 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 Kansas City

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. ADCO’s promise to you is that we will properly manage your waste from beginning to end and dispose of your waste at a only a fully licensed and insured waste processor.

ADCO Offers Kansas City With 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 want you to know we can prepare your waste profiles and shipping manifests for you. Even if you need assistance in obtaining a site USEPA ID number needed to ship out hazardous waste, we are able to assist you with that as well.

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 Following Services for Kansas City:

Hazardous Waste Disposal in Kansas City For Residents:

Disposing of hazardous waste in Kansas City requires special attention due to the potential environmental and health risks. Here’s a guide on how to properly dispose of hazardous waste in the area:

1. Identify Hazardous Waste

Hazardous waste includes materials like:

Paints and solvents

Pesticides and herbicides

Household cleaners and chemicals

Automotive fluids (oil, antifreeze, etc.)

Batteries (especially rechargeable and automotive)

Electronics (e-waste)

Fluorescent light bulbs and other items containing mercury

2. Local Hazardous Waste Facilities For Residents

Kansas City residents can take their household hazardous waste to designated facilities for proper disposal. The main facility for Kansas City is:

3. Special Collection Events For Residents

Throughout the year, Kansas City organizes special hazardous waste collection events where residents can drop off materials without an appointment. Check the city’s website or local news for the dates and locations of these events.

4. Guidelines for Disposal

5. Commercial Hazardous Waste

Businesses generating hazardous waste must follow state and federal regulations and cannot use the household hazardous waste facilities. Instead, they need to work with licensed hazardous waste disposal companies such as ADCO Environmental Services, LLC. which is here to serve Kansas City area generators.

6. Additional Resources

Proper disposal of hazardous waste helps protect the environment and community health. If in doubt, contact ADCO Environmental Services for guidance. We look forward to your call!