Hazardous Material

Asbestos, wood preservatives, thinners, solvents, chemicals and fuel are considered hazardous waste and are not collected by the Public Works Department. These items should never be placed at curbside for pickup nor should they be dropped off at the Recycling Center. Call the Northern Recycling Center located on New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood at 732-367-0802 for disposal information.

PAINT:  As part of the Ocean County Paint Management Program, full, partially full, or empty paint cans are accepted at the Seaside Park Public Works Garage located on Barnegat Avenue, Seaside Park. Please call to register (732)793-5100.  Limit is 20 cans per day, Monday through Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Latex and Oil Based Paints Only, No Stains or Wood Preservatives Accepted.

Asbestos is a hazardous material and will not be collected at any time. Homeowners must contact a qualified contractor for asbestos abatement and removal.