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Household filters

How to dispose of household filters

Use extra caution

Be careful when handling and preparing this item for disposal. Follow the instructions below for proper disposal.

Furnace filters

Car air filters

Range hood grease filters

  • Put into your black cart

Special instructions

Put filters inside of a tied bag for dust control. 

Put used household filters into your black cart as garbage. 

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