At Miller & Sons, we pride ourselves on hauling “anything the trash man won’t take.” However, safety and environmental regulations mean that even professional haulers have limits—specifically regarding hazardous household waste. Items like car batteries, old motor oil, and certain chemicals require specialized handling that standard landfills cannot provide.
If you are clearing out a garage in Fairfax or a basement in Sterling, you’re likely to find these “stubborn” items. Here is how to handle them safely:
Fairfax County: Residents should head to the I-66 Transfer Station or the I-95 Landfill. These sites have dedicated hazardous household waste centers that accept items like pool chemicals, pesticides, and oil-based paints.
Loudoun County: The Loudoun County Landfill hosts specific hazardous household waste collection events. It is vital to check their seasonal calendar, as they do not accept these materials every day.
Safety Tip: Always keep hazardous materials in their original containers. If a container is leaking, place it inside a larger, non-leaking plastic bucket with a lid.
While we can’t take your old jugs of antifreeze, Miller & Sons can handle the rest of the garage cleanout, from the rusted shelving to the old tires and lawnmowers. We coordinate with homeowners to haul the bulk items while providing recommendations for small-batch hazardous drops.
Let’s Get Your Space Safe and Clean
While Miller & Sons cannot transport hazardous materials, we are the experts at handling the heavy lifting for everything else in your garage or basement in NOVA. Let us clear out the bulk furniture, old tires, and debris so you can focus on safely dropping off your hazardous smalls. Contact us today for a free estimate on your full-property cleanout!
