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Where to dump trash in Chicago, IL

The City of Chicago does not run a public dump for household trash. Bulky items are picked up through 311, recyclables go to city drop-off boxes, and household chemicals and electronics go to the city's permanent collection facility below. Private transfer stations exist in the area – we will add them once their public rates are verified.

Free bulk-item pickup can be requested through Chicago 311 (311 or chi311 app).

Household Chemicals & Computer Recycling Facility

Household hazardous waste & electronics · City of Chicago
Check with facility

Address

1150 N. North Branch Street, Chicago, IL

Phone

Not listed on the official page

Hours

  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursday: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • First Saturday of every month: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Fees

General loadCheck with facility
MattressCheck with facility
TiresCheck with facility
AppliancesCheck with facility
Couch / furnitureCheck with facility
Yard wasteCheck with facility
  • The city page does not list a fee – check with facility.
What they accept / don't accept

Accepted

  • Computers and related equipment
  • Cell phones
  • Paints, cleaners, solvents and other chemicals

Not accepted

  • Regular trash
  • Yard waste
✔ Last verified October 30, 2026 from the official source:City of Chicago Streets & Sanitation – How It Works

Map pins are approximate (geocoded from the published address with OpenStreetMap). Always use the official address and confirm hours and fees before you go. See something wrong? Tell us.