Curbside GuideHow to get rid of batteries in Palm Bay, FL
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Do not put batteries in curbside carts. Palm Bay directs residents to Brevard County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers for rechargeable batteries and other HHW.
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- Brevard County HHW centers accept rechargeable batteries (Ni-cad, lithium/button) and many other household chemicals at no cost for residents (proof of residency may be required).
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Rechargeable/lithium batteries are listed for HHW centers — not for trash or recycling carts.
- Car (lead-acid)
- Auto/boat batteries are listed among HHW garage items for Brevard County centers.
- Fire safety / packing
- Keep batteries out of Republic carts; take them to a Brevard HHW center.
- Drop-off
- Brevard County permanent HHW Collection Centers — call (321) 633-2042 for locations/hours.
- Tip
- City trash/recycling page lists batteries under never-in-recycling and points to County HHW.
Official source: www.palmbayfl.gov
Helpful supplies
- Electrical terminal tape — Covering battery terminals helps keep loose batteries from sparking while you store or carry them to a drop-off.
- Battery storage case — Keeps used batteries sorted and separated until your next drop-off trip.
- Fireproof lithium battery bag — Holds lithium-ion and power-tool batteries safely while you wait for a drop-off day.
- Car battery carrier strap — Makes a heavy lead-acid battery easier to carry and keeps it upright.
- Acid-resistant gloves — Protects your hands when handling a car battery.
General tips from official sources
- To prevent fires from lithium-ion batteries, tape battery terminals and/or place batteries in separate plastic bags, and never put them in household garbage or recycling bins. (www.epa.gov)
- Batteries can have enough energy to injure or start fires even when used and when they appear to be discharged. (www.epa.gov)
- Lead-acid (car) batteries may contain up to 18 pounds of lead and about a gallon of corrosive sulfuric acid. Return them to a battery retailer or a household hazardous waste collection program. (www.epa.gov)
- Removable rechargeable batteries can go to specialized battery recyclers, participating retailers that offer battery take-back, or local household hazardous waste programs. (www.epa.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of batteries in Palm Bay?
Do not put batteries in curbside carts. Palm Bay directs residents to Brevard County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers for rechargeable batteries and other HHW.
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Palm Bay?
Brevard County HHW centers accept rechargeable batteries (Ni-cad, lithium/button) and many other household chemicals at no cost for residents (proof of residency may be required).
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Palm Bay?
Rechargeable/lithium batteries are listed for HHW centers — not for trash or recycling carts.
How do I get rid of a car battery in Palm Bay?
Auto/boat batteries are listed among HHW garage items for Brevard County centers.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Keep batteries out of Republic carts; take them to a Brevard HHW center.
Where can I drop off batteries in Palm Bay?
Brevard County permanent HHW Collection Centers — call (321) 633-2042 for locations/hours.