Hazardous Waste Disposal in Portland, ME

Hazardous waste disposal in Portland, ME is one of the services offered by ADCO Environmental Services to waste generators from Scarborough to Westbrook and everywhere in between including the City of Portland. ADCO is a full service waste management company offering hazardous and radioactive waste disposal services to generators of special wastes such as businesses, government agencies, and industrial facilities in and near Portland.

Options For Hazardous & Radioactive Waste Disposal in Portland

ADCO has disposed of almost all types of waste that has been produced in the Portland area. Some waste management services ADCO offers waste generators in Portland are the final disposition of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, waste profiling into processing facilities, laboratory waste packing (Labpacks), Oil and Coolant disposal, and even radioactive/nuclear waste disposal.

Whether you are a very small quantity generator (VSQG) or a large quantity generator (LQG), ADCO is here to assist you with your waste disposal needs. ADCO’s staff can even help you in obtaining an “Episodic Event Waiver” if one is needed or help you apply for a new EPA ID number.

ADCO specializes in offering all types and sizes of USDOT approved shipping containers to waste generators in and near Portland and can even guide you to a supplier you may utilize on your own to save yourself more money. If you discover you have a leaking drum, we are still able to assist you. Our staff has been well trained on the proper drum overpacking and repacking requirements 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 Offers a One Stop Shop For Portland

We have prepared countless waste profiles for our clients and are very familiar with the waste profiling process at waste processors which changes constantly. ADCO’s staff is 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 will offer to prepare your waste profiles and shipping manifests for you.

Hazardous waste profiles are prepared in-house by our staff which has many years of knowledge when it comes to working with waste processors and knowing what’s 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 in Portland:

Hazardous Waste Disposal

Lab packing / Laboratory Cleanouts

Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal

Radioactive Waste Disposal

Servicing Industrial Clients

Spill Clean-Ups

Waste Remediation Projects

About Hazardous Waste Disposal in Portland For Residents:

In Portland, Maine, there are specific steps for disposing of hazardous waste properly:

1. Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Events: The City of Portland hosts annual or bi-annual household hazardous waste collection events. During these events, residents can drop off various hazardous items like paints, solvents, pesticides, and cleaners. Check the city’s website or contact the Department of Public Works for the latest event dates and locations.
2. Ecomaine Recycling Center: Ecomaine, a local waste and recycling facility, accepts certain types of hazardous waste. However, they may only take select items like rechargeable batteries, certain electronics, and fluorescent bulbs. Be sure to check their guidelines before visiting.
3. Specialty Disposal Locations: Portland has locations for specific items:

   • Pharmaceuticals: Many local pharmacies or police departments have drop-off boxes for safe disposal of medications.

   • Paint: Portland participates in the PaintCare program, allowing residents to bring leftover paint to designated paint stores for free disposal. Visit PaintCare’s website for participating locations.

4. Contact the Public Works Department: 4. For additional information on hazardous waste disposal and the types of materials accepted, contact the Portland Department of Public Works at (207) 874-8801.

It’s important not to place hazardous items in the regular trash or recycling bins, as they can harm sanitation workers and the environment.