When it comes to controlled and hazardous waste disposal, we are trained to ensure the safety of you, our team, and residents in your building or neighbourhood. Our expertise enables us to identify these substances, separate them from regular household garbage and dispose of them professionally and responsibly.

As a CRD operated facility, Hartland Landfill has strict requirements for controlled and hazardous waste disposal, and may require permits for certain items. Our start to finish junk removal services include all aspects of safe disposal of any items we identify as controlled or hazardous waste.

Controlled and Hazardous Waste—What’s the Difference?

Controlled waste and hazardous waste aren’t the same thing.

Controlled Waste

Controlled waste includes items that pose a potential health threat or environmental hazard, and therefore cannot be included with ordinary household garbage disposal. Hartland Landfill contains these substances in separate trenches to control rodents, odours and leachate.

When you hire Island Junk Solutions for controlled waste disposal, we identify these items and handle the special permits required by Hartland Landfill.

Examples of controlled waste include:

• Animal waste and deceased animals
• Non-Asbestos vermiculite insulation
• Uncontaminated demolition waste
• Used hypodermic needles
• Bed bug infested mattresses and furniture
• Contaminated food

Hazardous Waste

Hazardous material disposal does not require a special permit from Hartland Landfill, and the list of accepted items is extensive. Put simply, hazardous materials are any items that are poisonous, explosive, flammable, or corrosive. This includes solvents, paints, barbeque starters, automotive products, empty propane tanks, batteries and glues. We sort these items for you as part of our junk removal services, and ensure they are disposed of safely and properly.

Asbestos Testing

Drywall disposal requires asbestos testing prior to removal, as do other potentially hazardous materials like vermiculite insulation, older flooring, cement tiles, and ceiling tiles. We offer testing services, and we can remove materials that test negative or coordinate the handling of those that test positive.

How Hazardous or Controlled Waste Disposal Works

Hazardous and controlled waste must be handled with care to keep people and the environment safe. Here’s how our process works:

1. Contact us for a free quote. Let us know what materials you need removed, and we’ll provide a clear estimate and confirm whether any special permits are required.
2. Schedule your pickup. We offer flexible options, including same-day availability for urgent removals.
3. Our team arrives with the right PPE and equipment to remove and transport hazardous materials safely and in compliance with local regulations.

Not sure if your items are considered hazardous or controlled? Send us a photo, and we’ll advise you quickly with a clear next step.