We need the community's help! Rechargeable batteries containing metals such as lithium and nickel, can spark and explode when damaged. Fires in garbage trucks and processing facilities are on the rise. Help protect our employees, garbage collectors, property, and community.
Rechargeable batteries are found in many common household items including:
Good's Disposal Service reminds Lancaster County residents to collect single-use alkaline batteries in a battery/storage bag until full, at which point they can be disposed of safely. Though not a fire hazard, we ensure proper disposal. For those outside the county, visit www.Call2Recycle.org for guidance.
Bring batteries and cellphones to LCSWMA’s QUICK, CONVENIENT, DRIVE-THRU Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 1299 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA, 17603: Mon. – Fri. 7 am to 4 pm; Sat. 7 am to 11 am
Good's Disposal does take end of life orange battery collection bags. They can be placed beside your recycle bin. If you need an orange battery bag, please contact our office or LCSWMA. Filled bags are taken to LCWMA for proper disposal.
Need assistance? Call LCSWMA at 717-397-9968
To find other battery drop-off locations near you:
Participating retail collection points for rechargeable batteries include:
Home Depot, Lowes & Staples
To find battery drop-off locations (rechargeable, alkaline, e-bike, cellphones) near you:
www.Call2Recycle.org/locator
Participating retail collection points for rechargeable batteries include:
Home Depot, Lowes & Staples
Need assistance? Call LCSWMA at 717-397-9968
E-bike Batteries: Contact retailer or manufacturer for safe battery disposal options or visit
www.Call2Recycle.org. Need assistance? Call LCSWMA at
717-397-9968
Electric Vehicle Batteries: Contact local automotive store or dealership for safe battery disposal options.
Damaged batteries including those that are puffy, swollen or bloated, should be immediately addressed and will require special handling.