Lab decommission mixes benching and specialty streams.
University lab decommission
Chemicals and specialty wastes need proper lab routes, not junk bins. Call the Hotline when unsure.
Benching and furniture
The institution must confirm clearance before any laboratory fixture is treated as ordinary scrap or junk. Confirm the receiving route before booking cleared material. Electronics follow EPRA.
Campus pads
Prefer approved campus pads. Confirm local rules. Street placement needs a City check.
When a bin fits
We set the bin down, you load it, and we haul it off. Our 20-yard junk bin is the usual place to start. We also have a 15-yard bin, but it is often sold out, so ask when you book.
Your driveway or yard needs no permit for the bin. Some cities require a permit on the street, boulevard or lane, so confirm with your City first. Share your permit dates with us if you need them timed to delivery.
Leave batteries, electronics, propane tanks, paint, solvents, pharmaceuticals and asbestos out of the junk bin. Search Metro Vancouver Recycles or call 604 732 9253 if you are unsure.
Standing limits are on our disposal bins and what not to put in a bin pages.
FAQ
Can laboratory furniture be treated as ordinary junk? Not until the institution confirms clearance and acceptance. Use the site’s specialist process for chemicals and laboratory waste before booking ordinary cleared fixtures.
What size bin should I start with? Most people start with the 20-yard junk bin. Ask when booking about other sizes. The 15-yard is often sold out.
Do I need a permit on my driveway? No. A driveway or yard needs no permit. Street, boulevard or lane rules depend on your City. Tell us permit dates if a street drop is approved.
Where do I check an item I am unsure about? Search the regional recycling directory or call the Recycling Hotline at 604 732 9253. Do not guess on paint, batteries, electronics or chemicals.
Can asbestos ever go in a Trash King bin? No. Asbestos is never permitted in any Trash King bin. Use a licensed abatement contractor when asbestos is present.