Curbside GuideHow to get rid of batteries in Visalia, CA
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Household hazardous waste is accepted at City Dump On Us events. Hold batteries for the next DOU event at the Visalia City Yard (proof of residency required).
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- HHW is accepted at all Dump On Us events (gates close at noon).
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Treat lithium batteries as HHW and bring them to Dump On Us rather than putting them in carts.
- Car (lead-acid)
- Bring automotive batteries as HHW to Dump On Us; call 559-713-4428 if you need to confirm limits.
- Fire safety / packing
- Bring your City of Visalia utility bill. Expect possible wait times up to 30 minutes.
- Drop-off
- Dump On Us at Visalia City Yard, 335 N. Cain St. Next listed 2026 date: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 7 a.m.–noon. Info: 559-713-4428.
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Official source: www.visalia.city
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 Visalia?
Household hazardous waste is accepted at City Dump On Us events. Hold batteries for the next DOU event at the Visalia City Yard (proof of residency required).
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Visalia?
HHW is accepted at all Dump On Us events (gates close at noon).
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Visalia?
Treat lithium batteries as HHW and bring them to Dump On Us rather than putting them in carts.
How do I get rid of a car battery in Visalia?
Bring automotive batteries as HHW to Dump On Us; call 559-713-4428 if you need to confirm limits.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Bring your City of Visalia utility bill. Expect possible wait times up to 30 minutes.
Where can I drop off batteries in Visalia?
Dump On Us at Visalia City Yard, 335 N. Cain St. Next listed 2026 date: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 7 a.m.–noon. Info: 559-713-4428.